How to Provide Ongoing Care for your Pets – Is a Pet Trust for You?
November 7, 2024
For many of us, our pets are beloved members of our families, and we want to be sure that they will be well taken care
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First ‘death cafe’ gets Duluthians talking about life’s end
March 6, 2024
Let’s start talking about death. That was the motivation for the first “death cafe” held recently in Duluth by estate attorney Amy Kuronen. Participants laughed.
Death Cafe: An Open Conversation on Life’s Final Chapter
February 1, 2024
Join the upcoming Death Cafe hosted by Amy Kuronen, on Tuesday, October 15th, at 6:00 pm. The event will take place at the Kitchi Gammi
The Death-Positive Generation – Millennials Openly Discuss Death
December 18, 2023
We all know how the story ends. Death is a universal, shared experience. Yet for many of us over age 45, death is an uncomfortable
Estate Planning for the Holidays: Why College-Aged Kids Need a Healthcare Directive
December 5, 2023
The holiday season: a time for festivities, family gatherings, and thoughtful gift-giving. But amidst the joy and reunions, there’s another important matter parents should consider
The Death-Positive Movement: What it is and why it matters
November 8, 2023
The Death-Positive Movement encourages people to talk about death openly and honestly. It encourages accepting death as a natural part of life and finding ways
Embarking on a New Journey: Joining the Minnesota Death Collaborative Steering Committee
October 17, 2023
Estate planning might sound intimidating to many, but for me, Amy Kuronen, a Duluth attorney, it’s an intimate part of my life’s journey. Today, I’m
Parents of Adult Children Should Consider Powers of Attorney
August 21, 2023
What you need to know about a Power of Attorney for Adult Children This may come as a surprise to parents, but once your child
It’s important to plan for your estate (and yes, you probably have one)
February 23, 2023
One of my areas of expertise is estate planning. But I often encounter obstacles when I talk with clients about this work. First, what is
Tax Ruling Highlights Importance of Estate Planning
February 13, 2023
Eliminating or reducing taxes is an important aspect of estate planning for many clients. Minnesota, other states and the federal government tax estates with values