Atty. Daniel J. Berens

Atty. Daniel J. Berens

Daniel J. Berens is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate, trusts.

Rochester Rochester 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About Daniel J. Berens at a glance

Daniel J. Berens is a trusts, probate, and estate planning attorney based in Rochester, Minnesota. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1973), U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota (1979), and Illinois (1991). Educated at William Mitchell College of Law (J.D., 1973) and College of St. Thomas and University of Minnesota (B.A., 1968). Serands clients in Rochester, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Daniel J. Berens is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate, trusts
  • Daniel J. received a B.A. degree from College of St. Thomas and University of Minnesota in 1968, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • Daniel J. practices in Rochester, MN

Practice Areas Explained

Daniel J. Berens's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel J. Berens 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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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 Rochester 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 Daniel J. Berens

Where is Daniel J. Berens's law office located?
Daniel J. Berens's law practice is located in Rochester, Minnesota. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Daniel J. Berens handle?
Daniel J. Berens focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has Daniel J. Berens practiced law?
Daniel J. Berens has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Daniel J. Berens go to law school?
Daniel J. Berens earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1968).
How can I contact Daniel J. Berens for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
William Mitchell College of Law
- 1973
B.A.
College of St. Thomas and University of Minnesota
- 1968

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota
Admitted: 1979
Illinois
Admitted: 1991

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