Lisa Marie Chesley

Lisa Marie Chesley

5.0
Rating: 7.8

Licensed for 11 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Mankato, MN
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Elder Law, Probate

110 W Dukes, Mankato, MN

About Lisa

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Estate Planning 50%

I help clients plan for their future through drafting of a Will, Trust, Special or Supplemental Needs Trust as well as Powers of Attorney and Health Care Directives.

11 years

50%
Elder Law 25%

11 years

25%
Probate 25%

11 years

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Minnesota for 11 years

State: Minnesota

Acquired: 2014

Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

Chesley Law Firm

110 W Dukes, Mankato, MN, 56001-4814

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Lisa Marie Chesley's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

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Posted by Karleen | October 31, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Knowledge and Empathy

Lately, our family has dealt with end of life issues. While navigating all of these trials and heartaches, it was very helpful when we asked an agency or person for help and the response was, "Yes, we can do that." Lisa Chesley and her office staff did that for us several times. Thank you Lisa for... your legal support and the empathy expressed by you and your staff.

Posted by Torie | October 24, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly Recommend

Lisa was very professional but also relaxed and comfortable to work with unlike some other lawyers I have experienced. She was very knowledgeable and was able to answer all of my questions and asked me questions about things I hadn't thought about that I needed in my will. She was great to work wit...h and I will definitely call her again for any other legal needs I might have in the future.

Posted by Karen | December 30, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Review -- Lisa Chesley

After my husband's death, I needed legal advice. Chesley, Harvey & Carpenter, PLLP was recommended so I stopped in and was given a Client Estate Plan Information form to fill out. October 17, '16, I had a consultation with Lisa Chesley who made recommendations and filled out an Engagement Agreeme...nt. On November 7th, I met with Lisa to sign legal forms and she completed the legal work I requested. On December 20th, Lisa sent a final letter with original and copies I needed. Lisa Chesley was a godsend to me, very helpful, kind and considerate and patient, very professional. This was a good experience for me and I would definitely recommend Lisa and seek her counsel again as needed. NOTE: This involved both a consultation (no charge, which I appreciated) and I "hired" Lisa to execute the legal work.

Posted by Laura | May 3, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Prompt & Professional

I had never imagined to be going through a divorce. I didn't know what to do, what to expect.... Lisa Chesley was extremely helpful with answering my questions and guiding me through the divorce process. When I needed to contact her with questions, she was extremely prompt in answering them. A div...orce is extremely stressful- so to have your questions answered promptly is a huge thing. It provided relief just knowing that she had answers and guidance for me. There were times that I felt completely alone and just having her support and guidance truly helped. Lisa Chesley was extremely professional and I'm thankful she represented me during my divorce.

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Lisa Marie Chesley's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jason Kohlmeyer

Family lawyer | Jun 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"A solid lawyer who wants to help her clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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Kelsey Murray

Estate planning lawyer | Oct 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Janine Hedback

Unknown lawyer | May 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Lisa is a professional and great to work with. She understands her client’s needs and works hard to exceed their expectations. She is a great professional resource."

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Alyssa Nelson

Marriage and prenuptials lawyer

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Amy Sauter

Family lawyer

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Kelsey Murray

Trusts lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.8 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Attorney, Chesley, Harvey & Carpenter

Associations

2015 - Present

Sixth District Bar Association

Treasurer/Secretary

2014 - Present

Minnesota State Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

Mankato YMCA

Mentor

2017 - 2019

Committee Against Domestic Abuse

Board Member

Education

2014

Hamline University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

Languages

English

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