Stone Arch Law Office, PLLC

08/22/2026

Many homeowners believe that having a will means their family will avoid court.

Unfortunately, that is not always true.

A simple will can still send your loved ones through probate.
That can mean delays.
Court involvement.
Extra costs.
Public records.
And more stress during an already difficult time.

In this masterclass, Stone Arch Law Office will explain why a will alone may not be the complete plan your family needs.

Join How to Leave a Legacy and Avoid Chaos and learn what responsible homeowners should know before it is too late.

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08/15/2026

If you own a home, your estate plan should do more than say who gets what.

It should help your family avoid confusion.
Avoid unnecessary court delays.
Avoid preventable taxes.
Avoid painful disagreements.
Avoid the regret that comes from waiting too long.

That is what this masterclass is about.

Join Stone Arch Law Office for How to Leave a Legacy and Avoid Chaos and learn the 4 estate planning strategies every responsible homeowner should know.

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06/25/2026

Many homeowners spend years building retirement savings but never think through how those accounts may affect their loved ones later.

Retirement accounts can create surprise tax consequences.
Beneficiary choices matter.
Timing matters.
The type of account matters.
And the overall estate plan matters.

If your goal is to leave a legacy instead of leaving confusion, this is an important piece of the conversation.

Join Stone Arch Law Office for How to Leave a Legacy and Avoid Chaos and learn how retirement accounts fit into a smarter estate plan.

Register now: https://stonearchlaw.com/masterclass-registration/

06/18/2026

Adding a child or loved one to your home, bank account, or other asset may seem like an easy estate planning shortcut.

But joint ownership can create problems many families do not expect.

It can affect control.
Create tax issues.
Expose assets to someone else’s creditors.
Complicate family relationships.
And make things harder later.

In How to Leave a Legacy and Avoid Chaos, Stone Arch Law Office will explain the joint ownership mistake responsible homeowners should understand before making changes.

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06/11/2026

Probate is not just a legal process.

For many families, it becomes a time-consuming and stressful burden at the worst possible moment.

Your loved ones may have to deal with court filings.
Public records.
Waiting periods.
Legal costs.
And uncertainty about what happens next.

The good news is that proactive planning may help your family avoid unnecessary court involvement.

Join Stone Arch Law Office for How to Leave a Legacy and Avoid Chaos and learn how a revocable living trust can help keep things private and court-free.

Register now: https://stonearchlaw.com/masterclass-registration/

06/04/2026

If something happened to you, would your family know exactly what steps to take?

Would they know where your documents are?
Who has authority to act?
What happens to the house?
How retirement accounts should be handled?
Whether probate can be avoided?

Most families are left with more questions than answers because the plan was incomplete or unclear.

Stone Arch Law Office’s masterclass, How to Leave a Legacy and Avoid Chaos, is designed to give homeowners simple answers and practical estate planning strategies.

Register now: https://stonearchlaw.com/masterclass-registration/

05/21/2026

It's time to update your estate plan!

05/20/2026

Did you know that Stone Arch Law Office is now taking on probate matters? Our experienced estate planning staff are ready to help your family through life's biggest moments with dignity.
Welcome to Stone Arch Law Office, where you can trust that your difficult decisions will be made easier.

05/19/2026

Allow us to (re)introduce ourselves!
At Stone Arch Law Office, we're proud to guide our clients through every stage of life. Comprehensive estate planning means we go above and beyond to meet Minnesotans where they need us most.
Starting as a one-man team, Stone Arch Law Office has grown right alongside our clients. We look forward to providing you with even more estate planning know-how as we expand our reach!
Watch this space for our updated educational (and sometimes entertaining!) content. We look forward to hearing from you!

03/19/2026

Estate planning is about making sure loved ones are cared for and that your legacy extends to future generations.

Grandparents often ask whether they should include their grandchildren directly in their trust documents. It can feel like a meaningful way to provide support for education, housing, or other life milestones.

However, the decision is not always as simple as adding names to a document. Trust structures, family growth, and long-term planning goals all play a role.

Working with an estate planning lawyer at Stone Arch Law Office will help you review these options and create a plan that fits your family’s goals!

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03/19/2026

Estate planning is about making sure loved ones are cared for and that your legacy extends to future generations.

Grandparents often ask whether they should include their grandchildren directly in their trust documents. It can feel like a meaningful way to provide support for education, housing, or other life milestones.

However, the decision is not always as simple as adding names to a document. Trust structures, family growth, and long-term planning goals all play a role.

Working with an estate planning lawyer at Stone Arch Law Office will help you review these options and create a plan that fits your family’s goals!

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03/18/2026

Minnesota estate laws change frequently, and failing to keep up can lead to unnecessary taxes and financial complications. Make sure your estate plan is up-to-date and optimized for current tax laws!

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Philip Ruce, Estate Planning Director at Stone Arch Law Office, helps Minnesota families navigate estate and tax laws to protect their assets. In this video, Phil covers:

✅ Estate Taxes – Understanding federal vs. Minnesota estate taxes and how they impact your estate
✅ Retirement Accounts (401ks & IRAs) – Critical rules on distributions to spouses, children, and charities
✅ Capital Gains & Gifting Strategies – Planning for tax-efficient wealth transfers
✅ Trusts & Estate Plans – Avoiding common mistakes that could cost your beneficiaries

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03/16/2026

When you meet with our estate planning team at Stone Arch Law Office, there's no such thing as a silly question. We take pride in being legal educators, with answers you can understand and trust. Check out our blog for simple answers to your top estate planning questions!

Today's topic: How Should You Choose A Trustee?
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02/16/2026

❔What's the Difference Between a Grantor and Non-Grantor Trust?

↪️ Setting up a trust is a great way to protect your assets and plan for the future. But did you know that aside from irrevocable and revocable, there are other factors that indicate what type of trust you have? All of these types of trusts offer different benefits and may impact trust administration.

In this quick guide, you’ll learn the difference between a grantor trust and a non-grantor trust. We’ll also cover some potential benefits of each, what implications each type has for taxes, and how you can decide what type of trust is right for you.

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Learn the difference between grantor and non-grantor trusts as well as potential tax implications for trusts with this step-by-step guide.

02/10/2026

Should You Agree to Be a Trustee for a Family Member?

It can be a huge compliment knowing that someone believes you're responsible and trustworthy enough to be a trustee. However, you should consider the requirements, your own ability to fulfill them, and your personal goals and needs, now and in the future, before you say yes.

An experienced attorney will provide guidance to help you make the right decisions while you navigate the estate planning process. Keep reading for information that can help you make the right decision if you’re being asked to take on a trustee role for someone else:

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02/05/2026

Did you check anything off the list? Give our Estate Planning Team a call today!

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02/02/2026

When people begin estate planning, most start with a will. At some point, many also hear about something called a revocable living trust. That’s usually when questions start to pile up. Is a trust complicated? Do you lose control of your assets? Is it only for certain families?

A revocable living trust is simply a way to hold and manage property during your lifetime and outline how it should be handled later. Understanding what actually goes into the trust, and how it functions, can help you decide whether it belongs in your overall estate plan.

This guide from Stone Arch Law Office makes revocable living trusts easy to understand for Minnesota families:

Discover what a revocable living trust is and how it can benefit your estate planning process for better asset management.

01/30/2026

Minnesota Business Owners: Don't Build a Company Your Kids Can't Inherit!

As a hardworking business owner in Minnesota, you may have most of your wealth tied directly to your company. Without a clear plan, your children might inherit ownership without guidance, authority, or a path forward. Working with an estate planning attorney at Stone Arch Law Office can help you put thoughtful decisions in place to guarantee an easy succession plan for your legacy.

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Learn how a business law lawyer in Minnesota can help owners with estate planning to safeguard their business legacy.

01/28/2026

Do you want to leave your kids an inheritance,"without the mess"?
Most families have the best intentions when creating their estate plans, but problems arise when communication isn't clear and your family finds themselves in the midst of confusing paperwork and probate.

Inheritance planning doesn’t have to be complicated, but it does need to be clear. Many families come to Stone Arch Law Office because they want to understand their options, avoid common probate issues, and create a plan their kids can actually follow.

A conversation with the Stone Arch team can help you talk through your goals, learn how tools like wills and revocable trusts work in Minnesota, and decide what type of planning makes sense for you and your loved ones.

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