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Judith E. Howard

Judith E. Howard

5.0
Rating: 8.9

Licensed for 47 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Minot, ND
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Probate, Trusts ... +5 more

7 Third Street SE, Suite 202, Renaissance Center, Minot, ND

About Judith

Biography

Practice Areas

8

Practice Areas

Estate Planning 20%

Whether you're interested in preserving your family's wealth, farm and/or ranch for future generations, planning your future medical directives, or establishing support for loved ones upon your death, Howard & Associates, P.C. can help.

48 years

20%
Probate 20%

Our attorneys assist executors with the challenging processes of Trust Administration and Probate. Howard & Associates, P.C. can help you with collecting, managing, valuing, protecting and liquidating the assets of the estate. We are here for you.

48 years

20%
Trusts 20%

Depending on your situation, there could be many reasons why you should establish a trust. Avoiding probate is a nice advantage, as well as privacy and flexibility. Trusts can protect the inheritance for your heirs. Contact us to learn more!

48 years

20%
Wills and Living Wills 15%

Some folks are best served with a simple Will. You should also consider a Living Will - a document concerning your treatment if you are unable to communicate your wishes.

48 years

15%
Business 10%

Are you looking to form an LLC, or Limited Liability Partnership? Let Howard & Associates, P.C. help you navigate the entity planning or business succession planning process from start to finish. Contact us to see what we can do for you.

48 years

10%
Real Estate 9%

Howard & Associates, P.C. offers assistance with deeds for the sale or purchase of your home, farm or ranch, contracts for deed, and title opinions.

48 years

9%
Oil and Gas 5%

We work closely with landowners and mineral owners when negotiating with oil companies to obtain the best terms for your lease or easement agreements. Interested in transferring your minerals to a trust or a business entity? We can help!

48 years

5%
Power of Attorney 1%

If you're unable to make your own healthcare decisions or safeguard your financial responsibilities - Howard & Associates can help you establish your Health Care Power of Attorney and Financial Power of Attorney.

48 years

1%

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Licenses

Licensed in North Dakota for 47 years

State: North Dakota

Acquired: 1978

Retired

No misconduct found

Location

Howard & Associates, P.C.

7 Third Street SE, Suite 202, Renaissance Center, Minot, ND, 58701-3916

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Judith E. Howard's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

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Posted by Dennis & Janis | May 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Limited Liability Company (LLC)

Mr & Mrs

Ms. Judith Howard’s principle duty was to prepare revocable living trusts for both my wife and myself. Additionally, she developed two LLCs for businesses that we intended be brought under our trusts. In accomplishing these objectives Ms. Howard took care to protect and secure our assets legally a...nd to our specifications. She applied her expertise to accomplish these objectives based upon her extensive insight from years of family law practice. Concurrently, Ms. Howard fostered our understanding of the legal advantages of our revocable living trusts and the ensuing processes through frequent client education presentations. Ms. Howard conducted regular annual reviews with us for both our trusts and our LLCs. In this way she kept the trusts and LLCs current and in compliance with North Dakota and federal law. As an additional benefit, her efforts furthered our in-depth understanding of the protective documents we had in place. Judith Howard performed her duties and obligations in a manner which placed her in a class above most estate planning attorneys in terms of her expertise. She has a unique gift to make the complex understandable. She demonstrates an insightful understanding of our personal situation. She also ensures continuity between all aspects of our trusts and LLCs. Of particular note is Ms. Howard’s methodical integration of all aspects of trusts and LLCs in providing that necessary continuity. Ms. Howard displays the finest skills of tact, communication, and leadership within her staff and with supporting attorneys in accomplishing our legal objectives. Finally, Ms. Howard furthered her impressive professional credentials by advancing her education thereby allowing her to practice in a broad array of venues. We highly recommend Judith Howard to any persons seeking a competent and extremely qualified estate planning attorney.

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Judith E. Howard's Lawyer Endorsements

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Susan Johnson-Drenth

Estate planning lawyer | Jan 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Judith Howard has over 40 years of experience assisting families through complex estate planning situations in a thorough, timely and exceedingly proficient manner. Judith is able to spot issues that other estate planners may miss. Additionally, Judith is able to assist those with substantial estates to minimize estate taxes through advanced trust planning. I have recommended Judith many times over two decades and have never had anyone disappointed!"

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Toni Sandin

Trusts lawyer | Nov 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Judith is an excellent trusts and estates lawyer who takes the time to really get to know her clients and truly cares for them and their families. I would highly recommend Judith as a high quality, sophisticated estate planning attorney in Minot."

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Frances Becker

Trusts lawyer | Oct 31

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I have worked with Judith for a number of years and have found her to be a highly professional and caring advocate for her clients. Her work is always thorough and the follow through and attention to detail is excellent. She is a leader in her field!"

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Eden Brown

Estate planning lawyer | Aug 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Judith Howard is one of those rare attorneys who combines outstanding knowledge and expertise with honesty, compassion and integrity. Judith and I have worked together as colleagues and mentors for over 25 years, and I can honestly say that there is no one I trust more to truly listen to her clients and address their unique concerns, needs and goals. I cannot endorse Judith Howard highly enough. Wherever you live in North Dakota, whether you have estate planning - or oil and gas - needs - your family deserves the care, attention and top notch lawyering that Judith and her support team provide. There is none better than Judith Howard, and she has earned and deserves my utmost respect and admiration."

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James Collins

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Judith for nearly 20 years, and I have had the privilege to co-counsel with Judith and to collaborate on a number of matters. Judith's level of excellence and her commitment to her clients and to top drawer estate planning, business planning, and asset protection is unparalleled. I most heartily endorse Judith Howard!"

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Randall Borkus

Estate planning lawyer | Jan 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have had the pleasure of working with and learning from Judith for many years now as we have co-counseled numerous times. Her skill, knowledge, and guidance are exceptional. Her clients respect and admire her as do her professional colleagues. Her reputation is both impeccable and well deserved. I heartily endorse Judith and urge you to consider her for your estate, business and asset preservation planning needs."

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Experience

Rating:  8.9 (Excellent)

Honors

2018

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Partner, Howard and Borkus

1993 - 2018

Partner, Howard & Associates

Associations

2013 - Present

U.S. Supreme Court

Admitted

1979 - Present

Eighth Circuit Bar Association

Admitted

Education

1978

University of North Dakota School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1962

Minot State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

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