Yanowitz Law Firm, PLLC

Yanowitz Law Firm, PLLC For over 30 years, families across Minnesota have trusted us to guide them through important life transitions.

Helping Minnesota families protect what matters most. ❤️👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Wills • Trusts • Probate • Fixed Price Probate • Doctors Circle Legacy Program • Real Estate • Business Law • Special Needs Planning • Guardianship & Conservatorship 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Protecting What Matters Most for Minnesota Families 🌿✨

At Yanowitz Law Firm, estate planning is about more than documents—it’s about peace of mind, easing stress, and protecting loved ones. We listen first, explain in plain language, and provide a clear step-by-step process. Our goal is to help you feel confident and supported, whether you’re planning ahead or navigating the loss of a loved one.

🌟 Our Services Include:

Wills & Trusts: Protect children, cabins, farms, and your legacy. Estate Administration & Probate: Compassionate guidance during a difficult time. Estate Tax Returns: Support in reducing tax burdens and preserving family wealth. Real Estate Closings: Smooth, stress-free handling of homes, farms, cabins, or investment property transfers. Clients come to us for many reasons—avoiding probate, minimizing taxes, or simply making things easier for their spouse or children. Some want to keep the family cabin or farm in the family for generations. Whatever your priorities, we’re here to ensure your plan reflects them. What sets Yanowitz Law Firm apart is how we care for families. We don’t overwhelm you with legal jargon or unnecessary complexity. Instead, we provide clarity, compassion, and practical strategies that save money, reduce stress, and provide lasting peace of mind.

⭐ With 200+ five-star reviews and decades of service, Minnesota families consistently tell us they feel relieved and supported after working with us. That trust is what guides our work every day.

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✨ At Yanowitz Law Firm, we’re honored to help families protect what matters most—with clarity, care, and confidence.

09/08/2026

🛡️ Creating a Supplemental Needs Trust is an important step.

But it's not the entire plan.

Many families take the time to establish a trust to protect a child with disabilities, then assume everything is covered.

⚠️ What we often see is that beneficiary designations haven't been updated, assets aren't properly coordinated, or trustees don't have clear guidance for the future.

Nothing feels wrong today.

But years later, those small gaps can create confusion, stress, and unintended consequences for the very people the plan was designed to protect.

At Yanowitz Law Firm, we help Minnesota families create estate plans that work together as a complete system, not just a collection of documents.

✅ Because a Supplemental Needs Trust is most effective when every piece of the plan is aligned.

If your plan hasn't been reviewed in several years, it may be worth taking a closer look.

Follow for more Minnesota estate planning and probate guidance.

Think signing a trust means your estate plan is complete? ✍️ Not necessarily. And you're not alone if this comes as a su...
09/07/2026

Think signing a trust means your estate plan is complete? ✍️

Not necessarily. And you're not alone if this comes as a surprise.

Many Minnesota families take the important step of creating a revocable living trust, believing everything is taken care of. But if the trust isn't properly funded or updated over time, some assets may still be left outside the trust, meaning your loved ones could still face probate.

The good news? This is one of the most common estate planning mistakes, and it's one that can often be prevented. ✅

In our latest episode, we walk through the biggest trust mistakes families make, how to avoid them, and why making sure your trust is fully funded is especially important if you have minor children.

Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5TehjUgkgh8F0PREvqH6cy?si=fph3jBnCQO2KyN5kP_fzpg

Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/es/podcast/most-trusts-fail-here/id1848982675?i=1000770079918&l=ca

Happy Labor Day from Yanowitz Law Firm! Today we honor the dedication and achievements of workers everywhere. Wishing yo...
09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day from Yanowitz Law Firm! Today we honor the dedication and achievements of workers everywhere. Wishing you a safe, restful holiday with family and friends.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Thank you, Debra Bruemmer, for your thoughtful review! We’re glad our team could make what initially felt overwhel...
09/04/2026

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Thank you, Debra Bruemmer, for your thoughtful review! We’re glad our team could make what initially felt overwhelming into a clear and manageable process. We truly appreciate your kind words about the guidance, patience, and professionalism you experienced throughout.

– The Yanowitz Law Firm Team

Do you have a plan in place to protect your family and make things easier for the people you love?Join us for Estate Pla...
09/04/2026

Do you have a plan in place to protect your family and make things easier for the people you love?

Join us for Estate Planning Essentials: Protecting Your Family and Your Future, an educational class designed to help you better understand your options and avoid some of the most common estate planning mistakes.

We'll discuss practical strategies to help:
• Reduce unnecessary costs and delays
• Streamline the transfer of property
• Keep control over who inherits your assets
• Choose who can make decisions on your behalf if you become incapacitated
• Protect your family and your legacy with greater confidence

Whether you're just getting started or want to review your current plan, this class will provide valuable information in a clear, easy-to-understand format.

📅 Tuesday, September 22
🕕 6:00 to 7:00 PM
💻 Online

Register here:
https://rochesterschools.arux.app/course/27039/2026-fall-adult-catalog/estate-planning-essentials-protecting-your-family-and-your-future

09/03/2026

⚠️ A Supplemental Needs Trust can be carefully designed and still run into problems.

Why?

Because the trust is only part of the plan.

The trustee is the person responsible for carrying it out.

Many families choose someone they trust, such as a sibling, relative, or close family friend. That's understandable.

But being trustworthy and being prepared for the role aren't always the same thing.

A trustee may be responsible for managing distributions, maintaining records, coordinating with professionals, and making decisions that support the trust's long-term purpose.

✅ The right trustee can help a trust function smoothly for years.

✅ The wrong fit can create stress, delays, and uncertainty.

🎥 Watch this video to learn why choosing a trustee may be one of the most important decisions in Supplemental Needs Trust planning.

09/02/2026

When a loved one passes away, many families focus on inheritance. But in probate, creditors come first. ☑️

In Minnesota, estates must properly handle creditor claims before assets can be distributed. If this process is not done correctly, it can create delays, disputes, and unnecessary risk for the personal representative.

In our latest video, we explain how creditor claims work, what deadlines matter, and how to protect the estate throughout the process.

👉 Watch the video to learn how to navigate probate the right way and avoid costly mistakes.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Thank you, Liz Pearson, for your thoughtful review! We’re glad our team could help ensure your wills and other doc...
09/01/2026

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Thank you, Liz Pearson, for your thoughtful review! We’re glad our team could help ensure your wills and other documents were up to date and that you felt comfortable and supported throughout the process. Your recommendation means a great deal to us.

– The Yanowitz Law Firm Team

09/01/2026

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 "I just want to make life easier for my child when I'm gone."

For many parents, that's exactly why they choose to leave assets directly to a child with disabilities.

But what if that inheritance creates challenges instead?

⚠️ Programs like SSI and Medicaid have strict financial eligibility requirements. Even a modest inheritance can sometimes affect access to benefits that provide healthcare, housing assistance, and long-term support.

The result? Family members may be left trying to solve difficult problems during an already emotional time.

At Yanowitz Law Firm, we help Minnesota families understand these risks before they become a crisis.

✅ With the right planning, families can often provide financial support while helping protect long-term stability and care.

Because estate planning isn't just about leaving assets behind—it's about making sure those assets truly help the people you love.

Follow for more Minnesota estate planning and probate guidance.

🏡 Leaving property equally to your children may seem like the fairest solution.But equal ownership doesn't always lead t...
08/31/2026

🏡 Leaving property equally to your children may seem like the fairest solution.

But equal ownership doesn't always lead to an easy outcome.

When multiple family members inherit the same property, shared ownership often brings shared responsibilities and difficult decisions. Who pays for maintenance? Who manages repairs? What happens if one sibling wants to sell while another wants to keep the property?

Without a clear plan, these questions can create unnecessary stress and family conflict.

At Yanowitz Law Firm, we regularly help Minnesota families plan for the future of cabins, vacation homes, farmland, and other inherited real estate before these challenges arise.

Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7mrId6YWmohR4izWtKaqeM?si=llDCIKCBQceHFez9PzFmIg

Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/equal-isnt-always-fair/id1848982675?i=1000772397912&l=ko

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