The divorce is final, the papers are signed by a judge, and you’ve officially closed that chapter. You deserve a huge sigh of relief.

But wait—before you completely shut the door on lawyers, there’s one critical moment you need to seize: your estate plan.

This isn't about scrambling to fix mistakes; this is about intentionally choosing your new team and designing a secure future.

Who will care for your furry family when you can't? As a pet owner in Minnesota, you can leave more than a simple note in your Will. A Minnesota Pet Trust is the only legally binding way to guarantee your beloved dog, cat, or exotic pet receives the care and financial support you intend. Our latest blog post from Miroslavich Law breaks down Minnesota's Pet Trust law (Statute 501C.0408), explaining how you can: appoint a trusted caregiver and a separate trustee, set aside funds to cover food, vet bills, and their accustomed lifestyle, and make your wishes legally enforceable.

Pew Research defines the “sandwich generation” as “those who have a living parent age 65 or older and are either raising a child under age 18 or supporting a grown child.” This group of mostly middle-aged adults faces increasing challenges as they care for aging parents while also financially providing for a dependent child.

Congratulations, graduates! As legal adults, 18-year-olds can benefit from establishing a power of attorney. This allows them to choose someone to act on their behalf in financial and legal matters. Miroslavich Law discusses how this document provides security and control for young adults entering a new phase of life.

Turning 18 is a huge milestone, but with new legal adulthood comes the need for crucial documents like a health care directive. Don't wait for an emergency; protect your young adult's healthcare wishes now. Learn why Miroslavich Law emphasizes the importance of a health care directive for every 18-year-old in Minnesota.

“The only constant in life is change.”

Change is everywhere. And perhaps nowhere is it more personal than in our relationships.

Change might mean welcoming a new baby, grieving the loss of a beloved parent, or navigating the end of a long-term relationship. All of these life shifts call for updated estate planning documents—yes, even (and especially) after a divorce.

Many times when we hear about estate planning, it’s during a discussion about death. And that makes sense. It’s common for people to work on estate planning paperwork while getting other affairs in order, such as putting a down payment on a burial plot. There’s nothing wrong with that. However, I like to think about estate planning in the context of LIFE.