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1 Answer | Asked in Probate, Tax Law and Civil Litigation for Minnesota on
Q: Guidance on probate process and tax issue for mother's property in MN

I am the only child of my mother, who was a firefighter and passed away at the age of 53. I recently discovered that her property in Minneapolis, MN, has a tax issue this year. I was not informed about her business going through probate, as my grandmother handled it without my knowledge. After the... View More

James A. Teigland
James A. Teigland
answered on Feb 27, 2025

A couple of recommendations:

1. Ask your grandmother, in writing, whether your mom had a will and if so, ask to see it.

2. Search MN court records to see if a probate was ever opened for your mom, it should be searchable by her name.

3. If your mom owned any real estate when...
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation for Minnesota on
Q: I bought a cabin in 2010 After close I put my mate on the title. I paid it off 2016. She paid $0. Is she entitled to

I bought a cabin in 2010 by obtaining a loan in my name only. After close I put my unmarried mate on the title. I paid the loan off in 2016 with proceeds from my deceased brother's estate. My mate and I split up in 2019. She made 4 payments of principal only and never paid for anything else... View More

James A. Teigland
James A. Teigland
answered on Jul 12, 2021

Hello,

I see you are from California but asked a question in MN's Civil Litigation section. I'm assuming the property you are asking about is located in MN. Generally speaking, 50/50 owners split the sale proceeds of a property 50/50, but the rule is not absolute. Courts should,...
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Q: I bought five tractors have a copy of a check and a bill of sale , Tractors were gone when went to pickup.

Have messages on my phone

James A. Teigland
James A. Teigland
answered on Dec 7, 2020

You have a couple of options. First, you should consult with an attorney. Many attorneys offer free initial consultations. But if you don't want to do that, consider sending a demand letter for the tractors and/or return of your money. If that does not work, sue in small claims court (if... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation for Minnesota on
Q: I filed a restraining order with the false information the respondent gave under perjury? How to rectify this?

This person goes by the name "Masked Babe" on Twitter, YouTube, Discord, and Twitch. I provided their twitter account and the name "masked babe" on the restraining order.

James A. Teigland
James A. Teigland
answered on Oct 21, 2018

I would prepare an "Amended Petition" with the correct name and just file it in the same case and serve the document by U.S. Mail.

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