In May 2025, substantial amendments to Minnesota’s trust and estate statutes were enacted. Some of these changes include changes to the Uniform Trust Code, the Uniform Probate Code, the Power of Appointment Act, and to modernize Minnesota’s statutory Rule Against Perpetuities. These revisions update the legal framework governing trusts and estates in Minnesota and enhance planning opportunities for multi-generation estate planning.
Are You Ready for Minnesota’s New Data Privacy Law?
The Minnesota Consumer Data Privacy Act (“MCDPA”) introduces new rights for consumers and new obligations for businesses – and it takes effect July 31, 2025. If your business handles personal information from Minnesota residents, now is the time to prepare. Can you respond to consumer requests under the new law? Are your opt-out tools in place? Have you updated your privacy notice?
The Minnesota Drug Formulary Committee reviews and recommends drugs covered by Medicaid and MinnesotaCare and determines which drugs require prior authorization to ensure the drugs are medically necessary and appropriate. The committee is composed of physicians, pharmacists, and other knowledgeable health care professionals. Stuart has recently been elected Chair and has served as the Committee’s…
Further Guidance Concerning Forgiveness of Paycheck Protection Program Loans
Scott Emery | Eric Friske
This article was original published on March 31, 2020, and most recently updated on July 6, 2020, to reflect legislative changes and guidance. President Trump recently signed legislation extending the deadline to apply for Paycheck Protection Program loans from June 30, 2020, until August 8, 2020. However, this article will focus on the rules and…
Henson Efron has been named one of the Top 150 Workplaces in Minnesota by the Star Tribune – officially ranked 28 out of 70 in the small business category. Top Workplaces recognizes the most progressive companies in Minnesota based on employee opinions measuring engagement, organizational health and satisfaction. The analysis included responses from over 76,000 employees…
Henson Efron is proud to announce attorneys Christopher Burns, Sarvesh Desai, Katy Graves, Anne Haaland and Scott Neilson were named 2019 North Star Lawyers by the MN State Bar Association for generously donating their time and talent to those who could not afford counsel otherwise. Their contributions exemplify the Firm’s commitment to our community. The Minnesota State Bar Association…
What The Wealthy Are Doing With Their Estate Planning During The COVID-19 Crisis Excerpts from Forbes Article by Megan Gorman and Contributor Christopher Burns Across the country, Americans are reeling from the impact of the COVID-19 crisis. But as volatility impacts all areas of our daily life, many wealthy Americans are looking at their estate planning to see if there…
As Governor Walz gradually loosens restrictions around the stay-at-home order, he continues to stress the safest place is home during this time of uncertainty. That doesn’t mean progress can’t be made as it relates to dispute resolution. Our qualified neutral ADR attorneys are now equipped with the tools necessary to effectively facilitate your mediation virtually…