[column width=”1/1″ last=”true” title=”” title_type=”single” animation=”none” implicit=”true”] WE HAVE MOVED! Schromen Law, LLC is now located at 319 Ramsey St. in St. Paul. This beautiful, historic Victorian provides the perfect space for our growing firm. We can’t wait to show you around! We are also working to build a collaborative space for professionals who work...
How to Help People Facing Illness or Death
[column width=”1/1″ last=”true” title=”” title_type=”single” animation=”none” implicit=”true”] Show Up Things can be awkward at the hospital or funeral home. You want to visit and support family and friends there, but it can feel uncomfortable. You may not know what to say or how to act. It’s important you come anyway, spending time with your hurting...
The Dangers of DIY Estate Planning
[column width=”1/1″ last=”true” title=”” title_type=”single” animation=”none” implicit=”true”] In the past 2+ years of pandemic living, many of us got used to doing tasks for ourselves that we never would have considered before. Whether it was homeschooling your children, becoming a seasoned pro at baking sourdough, or giving your dog a haircut, closed businesses and difficult...
Guest Article: What Am I Going To Do With All This Stuff?
[column width=”1/1″ last=”true” title=”” title_type=”single” animation=”none” implicit=”true”] Schromen Law, LLC is here to support clients in settling loved ones’ estates, but it is the clients who do the hard work and learn the little tips and tricks along the way. Sue Kirchoff, a client of Schromen Law, has generously and vulnerably written about her experience...
Estate Planning Tips to Celebrate Pride Month
[column width=”1/1″ last=”true” title=”” title_type=”single” animation=”none” implicit=”true”] Schromen Law, LLC is a supporter/ally of the LGBTQ community. We put in the work to competently and consciously represent individuals/couples in this community, and we strive to be intentionally supportive of and sensitive to gender expressions. We are always thrilled to help LGBTQ individuals and/or couples with...
Guest Article: Heirloom Photography Sessions for Older Americans Month
[column width=”1/1″ last=”true” title=”” title_type=”single” animation=”none” implicit=”true”] The month of May is a special one at Schromen Law, LLC. First of all, it’s Elder Law Month. We are proud of the legal services we are able provide to our elderly neighbors. Beyond legal services, though, May is also Older Americans month, and our firm wants...
Tasks After a Loss: What To Do in the Weeks Following Your Loved One’s Funeral
[column width=”1/1″ last=”true” title=”” title_type=”single” animation=”none” implicit=”true”] While the trustee or personal representative will have their own list of duties to handle, other loved ones may still have some tasks to manage in the weeks following the funeral. Again, be sure you’re prioritizing self-care throughout this long process. Your grief might show up in unexpected...
Tasks After a Loss: What To Do in the Days Following Your Loved One’s Funeral
[column width=”1/1″ last=”true” title=”” title_type=”single” animation=”none” implicit=”true”] The funeral is behind you and the refrigerator is filled with hotdishes from the neighbors. While it might seem like all of the difficult work is behind you, there are still a number of tasks to be managed in the days following the service. To help guide you...
Tasks After a Loss: What To Do Immediately After a Loved One’s Death
[column width=”1/1″ last=”true” title=”” title_type=”single” animation=”none” implicit=”true”] When a loved one dies, the to-do list of tasks and notifications can feel daunting, especially when you’re also facing what feels like a mountain of grief. Over the next few weeks, we will offer guidance for the steps to be taken in the initial days, weeks, and...
Introducing Executive Assistant, Kimberly Witt!
[column width=”1/1″ last=”true” title=”” title_type=”single” animation=”none” implicit=”true”] If you’ve called Schromen Law, LLC recently, chances are you’ve heard a new voice on the line. I’m Kimberly Witt, the new executive assistant for the growing firm! With a background in education, I come to Schromen Law after more than a decade of teaching high school and...