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Attorney Betsey Lund Ross is a native of Sauk Rapids, Minnesota and is actively involved in many civic organizations in the greater St. Cloud area.  Betsey has established herself as one of the top lawyers in Central Minnesota area and is often asked to present to civic and business groups on a variety of legal matters.  Betsey is dedicated to the greater St. Cloud area and continues to make her mark as a leader clients can count on. Betsey received her Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and her Juris Doctor from Mitchell Hamline School of Law.  In 2013, Betsey was selected as a "5 Under 40" by the St. Cloud Times for her civic involvement and innovation in the legal community. Betsey is an attorney and partner with Revermann Lund Ross in Waite Park, MN.  She practices in the areas of estate planning, probate, employment law, and real estate.

Nick’s business and estate planning practice is focused on guiding his clients through the complicated and often confusing maze of balancing protection, wealth preservation, and values in the planning process. Nick believes there is more to business planning than implementing legal documents. Creating a partnership with a Trusted Personal Lawyer to ensure that not only legal, but also that key insurance, financial and tax planning are considered is key to providing complete protection and peace of mind to the business owner. Nick believes that traditional estate planning, which typically only focuses on financial wealth, is far too limited and short-sighted. It’s not just about passing on financial wealth, but also intellectual, spiritual and human wealth.. Nick believes that families and small businesses can benefit by having a real option for outstanding client service where they can have a relationship with their attorney to plan and prevent many issues from becoming problems. By charging flat fees for services, Ascend Law combines its high level of service with predictability. That combination removes the fear of working with a lawyer and allows clients to form a relationship with their Personal Trusted Lawyer who can help them increase and protect their wealth and to truly prosper.. Nick earned his Bachelor’s of Science degree at the University of Notre Dame. He graduated law school cum laude at William Mitchell College of Law. Nick's licensed to practice law in Minnesota and Colorado. On a personal level, Nick resides in Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota with his wife, Kristin, and children, Matthew, Katie, and Andrew. Nick is actively involved in the community through his church and children’s ministry and his children’s schools. He also enjoys running, skiing, being outdoors, and playing with his kids.

Jimhaspracticed law since 1972 in Minnesota and 1986 inWisconsin.  In addition to his law practice, he is a licensedreal estate broker (since 1976).  He hasserved asPresident (twice) of the South St. Paul Rotary Club and Board of Directors ofthe St. Paul Heritage and Festival Association.  Presently,Jim advises several privately-held companies on matters ofinitial incorporation and corporate governance.  In addition, hecounsels clients regarding real estate matters, condemnation proceedings, estate planningalternatives including trusts and wills, and related issues such as elderlaw, health care directives, powers of attorney, medical assistance and probate. Jimhasbeen a member of the Minnesota Association for Justice (Trial Lawyers Association) since 1983 and hasrepresented numerous personal injury clients during his 38 years oflegal practice.  He is also on the Minnesota Supreme Court NeutralRoster as an Arbitrator and Mediator and is actively involved in thiscapacity.

Christopher Burns is a Shareholder at Henson Efron and chairs the Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Practice Group. Christopher practices in estate planning, antenuptial (prenuptial) agreements, business succession planning, elder law, and estate administration. Christopher’s estate planning and business succession planning assistance includes the planning and preparation of wills, revocable trusts, family cabin trust / Limited Liability Companies (LLCs), irrevocable life insurance trusts (ILITs), qualified domestic trusts (QDOTs), family limited partnerships (FLPs), grantor trusts (GRATs), intentionally defective grantor trusts (IDGTs), charitable remainder trusts (CRTs), charitable lead trusts (CLTs), private foundations, health care directives, financial powers of attorney, special needs trusts, supplemental needs trusts, and beneficiary designations for life insurance and retirement plans.. Christopher’s elder law practice includes helping families with special needs through guardianships and conservatorships. Christopher also devotes a significant portion of his practice to the administration and taxation of trusts and estates (including contested estate and trust matters).. Christopher frequently speaks to individuals and professional groups about estate planning, business succession planning and estate administration. Christopher has taught new lawyers annually the basics of estate planning. Christopher has always been active in the community. His service has been recognized by his alma mater, by a radio station which named him their “Hero of the Week,” and by the Minnesota State Bar Association as a “North Star Lawyer” for his commitment in providing pro bono work to low income Minnesotans.  His community and civic efforts have also been recognized by Woodbury Magazine.. In addition to his pro bono efforts and other civic involvements, Christopher is currently serving as an Advisory Board Member of the Northern Division Salvation Army and was a member of the Woodbury City Council from 2010 to 2018. He is also a former columnist for Good Age newspaper, a past mentor to St. Thomas Law School students, and a past member of the Woodbury Business and Economic Development Commissions. He is also the Voting Director of the South Washington County Scholarship Committee.. Christopher is also active in the management of Henson Efron, as a member of the firm’s Compensation Committee. In addition, Christopher has been recognized as a Minnesota Super Lawyer® since 2014 and before that as a Minnesota Super Lawyer® Rising Star for seven years. He has been listed as a Best Laywers in America® since 2018. Christopher and his family are active members of their church, and Christopher enjoys reading, writing, politics, bicycling, coaching youth sports, and spending time with his wife and children.