Atty. Judith E. Howard
Judith E. Howard is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate, wills and 9 other areas of law.
Estate Planning & More Attorney · Serving Minot, ND · 48+ Years Experience
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About Judith E. Howard at a Glance
Judith E. Howard is an Officer based in Minot, North Dakota, practicing at Howard & Associates. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in North Dakota (1978), U.S. District Court, District of North Dakota (1978), U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1979), and U.S. Supreme Court (2013). Educated at University of North Dakota (J.D., 1978) and Minot State University (B.S., 1962). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Ward County. Serves clients in Minot, ND and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Judith E. Howard
- Judith E. Howard is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate, wills and 9 other areas of law
- Judith received a B.S. degree from Minot State University in 1962, and has been licensed for 48 years
- Judith practices at Howard & Associates in Minot, ND
Practice Areas Explained
Judith E. Howard's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Judith E. Howard handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Minot.
Wills in Minot
Judith E. Howard is one of 34,363 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in North Dakota →
Trusts in Minot
Judith E. Howard is one of 103,428 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in North Dakota →
Probate in Minot
Judith E. Howard is one of 127,041 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in North Dakota →
Estate Planning & Probate in Minot
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Judith E. Howard is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in North Dakota →
Business & Corporate Law in Minot
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Judith E. Howard is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in North Dakota →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Minot
Practicing law in North Dakota. Legal matters in North Dakota are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Minot are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate North Dakota state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in North Dakota brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in North Dakota courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Minot Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Minot-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Minot Choose Judith E. Howard
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Judith E. Howard's practice in the field of wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and business.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Judith E. Howard brings 48+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in North Dakota, U.S. District Court, District of North Dakota, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit, Judith E. Howard can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wills, trusts, and probate, Judith E. Howard can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Minot
A Minot-based practice means Judith E. Howard attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Judith E. Howard Handles in Minot
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