Atty. Christopher Joseph Burns

Atty. Christopher Joseph Burns

Christopher Joseph Burns is a lawyer practicing probate, trusts, life insurance and 3 other areas of law. Christopher received a B.S. degree from University of Wisconsin-River Falls in 1995, and has been licensed for 27 years.

Minneapolis Minneapolis 27 yrs experience 27 year
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Profile Summary

About Christopher Joseph Burns at a glance

Christopher Joseph Burns is a Shareholder based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at Henson & Efron, P.A.. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, tax, and poa. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1999) and U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota (1999). Educated at Syracuse University (J.D., 1999) and University of Wisconsin-River Falls (B.S., 1995). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Hennepin County (Past Chair, Probate and Trust Law Section), Washington County, and Minnesota State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Christopher Joseph Burns is a lawyer practicing probate, trusts, life insurance and 3 other areas of law
  • Christopher received a B.S. degree from University of Wisconsin-River Falls in 1995, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Christopher practices at Henson & Efron, P.A. in Minneapolis, MN

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher Joseph Burns's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher Joseph Burns handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Christopher Joseph Burns is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Minnesota →

Power of Attorney

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Minnesota

Practicing law in Minnesota. Legal matters in Minnesota are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Minneapolis are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Minnesota state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Minnesota brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Minnesota courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Christopher Joseph Burns

Where is Christopher Joseph Burns's law office located?
Christopher Joseph Burns's law practice is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The firm is Henson & Efron, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher Joseph Burns handle?
Christopher Joseph Burns focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, tax, poa. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has Christopher Joseph Burns practiced law?
Christopher Joseph Burns has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Christopher Joseph Burns go to law school?
Christopher Joseph Burns earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.S., 1995).
How can I contact Christopher Joseph Burns for a consultation?
You can contact Christopher Joseph Burns directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Christopher Joseph Burns received?
Christopher Joseph Burns's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Syracuse University
- 1999
B.S.
University of Wisconsin-River Falls
- 1995

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1999
U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota
Admitted: 1999

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