Raymond J German

As an attorney in Minnesota and North Dakota, Raymond J. German provides a wide range of estate planning services to his clients, with a primary focus on helping them provide for the security of their loved ones, reduce estate taxes and avoid or at least minimize the costs and delays of probate, all with a well-crafted estate plan. Mr. German defines the mission statement for German Law as “Helping one family at a time pass on values, beliefs and finances, that can be shared for generations to come.” Mr. German is well aware of the growing importance of estate planning and dedicates himself to informing the public of the need for careful attention to their specific situations. He is a frequent speaker on a variety of estate planning topics, regularly presenting educational seminars for the public as well as private groups.

Education

Mr. German was awarded his Juris Doctor Degree from the University of North Dakota School of Law in 1973. He is a member of the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys (is a former member of its Board of Governors).

Personal

Mr. German lives in East Grand Forks Minnesota with his wife Arlene. He has three grown children and ten grandchildren. Mr. German enjoys Mission work, reading, learning, traveling and spending time with family at the lake. He serves on the Board of Directors of the Northlands Rescue Mission.

Business

Contact Raymond J. German for any legal questions on estate or business planning issues. These areas include: Basic and Advanced Estate, Business Planning, Trust Administration, Probate, Incapacity issues, Special Needs, and Value Based Planning.