Ed Shaw Law

09/23/2026

New blog post: "Threat Assessment" — a simple framework for deciding how to respond when you sense danger. Learn how to evaluate the degree of threat and choose the right response, from ignoring to using deadly force, and everything in between.
Read the short, practical piece from Ed Shaw Law.
https://wix.to/hcQ13GZ

Was a term my old martial arts instructor used to describe how to determine how to respond to potential danger. The degree of threat, the danger posed to you determines how you respond, ranging from ignoring, to responding with deadly force, and, everything in between.

09/16/2026

New blog: Appearance of Impropriety — Why the appearance of bias can matter as much as actual bias in judicial decisions. A short, clear read on what can reasonably call a judge’s impartiality into question and why it matters.

Read more: https://wix.to/aNVjiqX

The standard in this state—and, I would expect, in most others—is not whether a judge is actually biased. It is whether the judge's impartiality might reasonably be questioned. The appearance matters as much as the reality.

09/09/2026

When should you fight — and when should you walk away? Our latest blog, “Pick Your Battles,” breaks down the emotional, financial, and relational costs of legal fights and offers a clearer way to decide when litigation is worth it.

Read the short, practical piece and save yourself time, stress, and money. https://wix.to/EaUCCT7

The consequences of a legal fight are not as immediate or as painful as crashing in a race, but they can be every bit as damaging: months of emotional strain, thousands of dollars spent, and in a family case, relationships with children and relatives left strained, sometimes beyond repair.

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day from all of us at Ed Shaw Law.

Today we're thinking about the people who keep the Brainerd Lakes Area running—the folks on job sites, in clinics, behind counters, and out on the water. Thank you for the work you do.

Our office is closed today and we'll be back Tuesday morning. If you need to reach us, leave a message at 218-825-7030.

09/02/2026

Stuff Wars: When divorce turns into a battle over the little things, emotions run high and decisions matter.

Read our quick guide on resolving disputes over personal property and protecting what matters most. https://wix.to/l6RNnxR

In a divorce, few issues are as hard to resolve as personal property—the stuff— when people disagree about it.

08/28/2026

Do you have questions about probate or estate planning? Our experienced team is here to provide guidance.

Please contact us at 218-825-7030 to schedule a consultation or book online through our website.

08/26/2026

The government can sometimes seize vehicles under forfeiture laws — even without a conviction. Learn how these laws work and what steps you can take to protect your rights.

Read our short explainer: https://wix.to/S0gEX6h

You may not have heard about what are called forfeiture laws. They allow the police and the prosecution to take property from people accused of crimes — in some cases without a conviction.

08/19/2026

Procrastinating on a will? You’re not alone — but putting it off can make things harder for the people you love. Our new short read explains why a simple will matters and how it makes the process easier for your family.

Read more: https://wix.to/XvxqgSP

It's natural to put off getting a will or to avoid the process altogether. Writing a will means thinking about death and our own mortality, and no one really wants to do that. But avoiding the issue doesn't make it go away. Death happens whether we plan for it or not, and having a will in place make...

08/14/2026

Wondering whether mediation is right for your situation?

We’d be glad to talk it through — call 218-825-7030 to schedule or book a consultation through our website.

08/11/2026

We're hiring a Bookkeeper! 📊

Ed Shaw Law is looking for an experienced bookkeeper to join our Brainerd office. If you're precise, organized, and take pride in books that balance to the penny, this could be a great fit.

You'd handle billing, accounts payable and receivable, reconciliations, and monthly reporting. Law firm experience is a plus, but we're happy to train the right person on trust accounting.

[Full-time] · $23–$35/hour DOE · Brainerd, MN

Send your resume to [email protected].

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