Lampe Law Group

01/01/2023

It’s the end of an era for Lampe Law Group - but we are all looking forward to good things, and wish the best for you as well. Happy New Year!

To all past and present clients of Lampe Law Group: Lampe Law Group, L.L.P., is ending its legal practice effective December 31, 2022. Our offices at 105 East 5th Street in Northfield will close as of that date. Our attorneys wish to announce the following: Maren Swanson is retiring from the practic...

04/01/2020

COVID-19 update: We're working primarily from home, but we're still here to help you. Call, email, or message us.

Bankruptcy, family law, business law, litigation, and estate planning, serving the South Metro area and southeastern MN.

03/17/2020

As COVID-19 continues to be top of mind, we’re actively monitoring the updates from the CDC and state and local officials as well as the Minnesota court system.

Our clients’ welfare is our primary concern. In the interest of public health, Lampe Law Group will be open by appointment only until further notice.

We have space to ensure that people are not closer than 6 feet if in-person meetings or appointments take place. We have enhanced our regular office cleaning, and are sanitizing handles, switches, and other common surfaces each day.

We are here for you. As always, you can reach us by phone (507-663-1211) or email ([email protected]). Stay safe and be well.

08/27/2019

Buying a home isn’t a handshake deal; verbal agreements just don’t count. That’s why everything important — in fact, any little detail expected to be a part of the terms of sale — must be written down and specifically agreed to.

You’ve found a house you love, and now you’re ready to make an offer. This is where the process really begins to get serious and the paperwork starts to build. Buying…

08/27/2019

Bankruptcy can be challenging, but it can also be an opportunity for a fresh start to turn around your finances.

Bankruptcy can be a challenging time, but it can also be an opportunity for a fresh start to take hold of your finances and make a turnaround. Here are 5 key ways to quickly increase your credit score and put you on track toward a more prosperous financial future.

08/27/2019

If you are worried about loved ones being stuck with your debts after you die, make sure you understand your rights.

Credit card debts aren't inherited by family members but paid for by your estate in a complex process.

08/26/2019

Separating from your spouse can mean suffering a heavy emotional and financial toll. Fortunately, there are plenty of ways you can protect your retirement savings during a divorce.

Separating from your spouse can mean suffering a heavy emotional and financial toll. You may be wondering how to protect your 401(k) in a divorce. Fortunately, there are plenty of ways you can protect your retirement savings during a divorce. … Continue reading ->The post Ways to Protect Your Reti...

08/23/2019

You divorced several years ago and agreed on child support payments. Now, you're re-marrying. You may decide to have more children with your new spouse -- or you may be taking on financial responsibility for your new spouse's children. You may even be thinking about adopting your new spouse's children from a previous marriage. Under any of these circumstances, it's important to know about your legal obligations and options. http://bit.ly/31QXEHU

Remarriage may have an impact on legal obligations for child support. Find out your rights and responsibilities as a parent.

08/23/2019

Estate-planning documents — such as wills, trusts, living wills, medical directives and powers of attorney —are very important to you. So where do you keep them safely secured?

Estate-planning documents — such as wills, trusts, living wills, medical directives and powers of attorney — are very important, and so is keeping them protected and stored safely. Here are some key tips on what to do to keep them secure.

08/22/2019

Bankruptcies rose last month nationwide, hitting a total of 64,283. That was up 3% from July of last year.

Bankruptcies rose last month nationwide, and the highest rates were in four states in the South.

08/21/2019

Our phones are still down after yesterday’s lightning strike near our office. We expect it to be restored tomorrow. In the meantime, we can be reached here or by email, [email protected].