[column width=”1/1″ last=”true” title=”” title_type=”single” animation=”none” implicit=”true”] Our Schromen Law, LLC family is growing again! We are pleased to announce the addition of our new law clerk, Jenna Ernst. Jenna joins the Schromen Law team after several years working with nonprofits, small businesses, and government agencies. She grew up in Wright County, Minnesota and now...
Difficult Discussions: Options After Death
[column width=”1/1″ last=”true” title=”” title_type=”single” animation=”none” implicit=”true”] Simple burial, cremation, or green burial? As you make estate planning decisions, it’s common — and prudent — to start discussions around your future funeral and burial, too. For centuries, simple burial was the go-to option with burial methods becoming more complex through the years. Prior to the...
Difficult Discussions: Right to Die Laws
[column width=”1/1″ last=”true” title=”” title_type=”single” animation=”none” implicit=”true”] In her recent memoir, author and therapist Amy Bloom discusses her heart-wrenching decision to travel with her husband to Switzerland to end his life at Dignitas, a clinic that prescribes life-ending medication to terminally ill patients. Brian had been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s and wasn’t able to find the...
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...
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...
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...
Finding Peace of Mind in Estate Planning
[column width=”1/1″ last=”true” title=”” title_type=”single” animation=”none” implicit=”true”] There are numerous benefits to estate planning, but one that cannot be discounted is the peace of mind that comes with having an estate plan in place. Regardless of the size of your estate, it is inevitable to question what will happen with your hard earned assets should...
Estate Planning for Parents of Children with Autism
[column width=”1/1″ last=”true” title=”” title_type=”single” animation=”none” implicit=”true”] If you have a child with autism, planning for the future can be daunting – but it is necessary to ensure a successful life for your autistic child after you are gone. As a parent of a child with autism, you are likely concerned with financially providing for...