Fredrikson & Byron Recognized in Chambers High Net Worth Guide 2021
Fredrikson & Byron’s Trusts & Estates Group was ranked Band 1 in Private Wealth Law in Minnesota and North Dakota in the Chambers High Net Worth Guide 2021 edition.
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Jessica works closely with individuals, families and business owners to achieve their personal and financial estate planning goals. Her ability to connect with clients on a personal level while explaining complex issues in a way that her clients can understand sets her apart from other estate planning attorneys. She focuses on wealth transfer, estate tax minimization, asset protection for clients and their descendants, and trust and probate administration.
Jessica understands how difficult and emotional the estate planning process can be. Her experience as a sophisticated estate planning attorney and C.P.A., coupled with her welcoming personality, are the reasons why her clients are so impressed with both her work product and how comfortable she makes her clients feel. Jessica takes great pride in the faith her clients place in her with their most important and personal estate planning needs.
Prior to practicing law, Jessica completed her C.P.A. and worked as a Tax Consultant at Deloitte in Minneapolis.
Articles & Presentations
PUBLICATIONS & PRESENTATIONS
- Author, “Unfortunately, During a Pandemic, Everyone Should Think About This: What You Need to Know About Your Parents’ Estate Planning, Fargo Inc!, April 2022
- Co-Presenter, “Wills vs. Revocable Living Trusts,” 2022 SBAND Destination CLE, Maui, HI February 14, 2022
- Co-Presenter, “Wealth Transfer Strategies in Today’s Environment,“ Western Dakota Estate Planning Council CLE, Bismarck, ND, October 20, 2020
- Co-Presenter, “Estate Planning in Today’s Environment,” 2020 SBAND Destination CLE, Maui, HI, February 24, 2020
- Author, “How You Can Take Advantage of Today’s Low Interest Rates for Wealth Transfer Purposes,” Fargo Inc!, December 2019
- Presenter, “2019 SBAND Real Property,” Probate & Trust Section Seminar, December 5, 2019
- Co-Presenter, “Strategies to Protect the Family Farm in a Changing World,” Great Plains Land Expo, June 26, 2019
- Presenter, “How Does the New Tax Law Impact Estate Planning?” NALS of Fargo-Moorhead, May 8, 2018
- Speaker, “Estate Planning: What Everyone Needs to Know,” Financial Planning Day, Fargo, ND, April 2018
- Author, “What You Need to Know About Your Parents’ Estate Planning,” Area Woman, April 2018
- Speaker, “Income Tax Planning for Farmers,” National Business Institute, Fargo, ND, March 2018
- Author, “Q & A on Estate Planning,” Area Woman, October 2016
- Speaker, “Best Practices in Trusts and Estates Law,” State Bar Association of North Dakota and Young Lawyers Section, October 2016
- Speaker, “What Matters Most 2016 – For Trusts & Estates Professionals,” Minnesota CLE, Minneapolis, MN, September 2016
- Featured, “The Women of Fredrikson & Byron Law Firm,”Area Woman, June 2016
- Quoted in, “The Importance of Having a Will and Tips on Writing One,”Valley News Live, April 26, 2016
- Speaker, “Estate Planning Strategies for Farmers,” Mostad Insurance Services, Langdon, ND, February 2016
- Speaker, “Overview of Estate Planning,” Muscular Dystrophy Association, Fargo ND, January 2016
- Author, “Do You Need A Will? The Importance of Estate Planning,” published in On the Minds of Moms, December 2015
- Speaker, “2014 Farm Bill Highlights,” American Bar Association 2015 Joint Fall CLE Meeting, Chicago, IL, September 2015
- Appearance on North Dakota Today Show, “Probate and Protecting Your Inheritance,” September 2015
- Appearance on North Dakota Today Show, “Important Legal Documents Everyone Should Have,” August 2015
- Appearance on North Dakota Today Show, “Guardians, Wills and Estate Planning,” July 2015
- Speaker, “Grantor Trusts,” National Business Institute, June 2014
- Speaker, “Estate Planning Overview,” State Farm Agents, Fargo, ND, July 2012
- Speaker, “Estate Planning for Farmers,” Mostad Insurance Services, Langdon, ND, February 2012
- Speaker, “Tax Issues Facing Oil and Gas Businesses and Mineral Interest Owners,” Bismarck, ND, November 2011
- Speaker, “Charitable Gifting,” East Otter Tail Thrivent Financial for Lutherans, Perham, MN, July 2011
Honors & Education
EDUCATION
- University of North Dakota School of Law, J.D., 2008, with distinction
- Northern State University, B.S. in Professional Accountancy, 2005
BAR ADMISSIONS
- North Dakota, 2008
- Minnesota, 2010
HONORS
- Fellow, American College of Trust and Estate Counsel
- Chambers High Net Worth Guide, Private Wealth Law—Up and Coming, North Dakota, 2017-2019, 2021
- Minnesota State Bar Association, North Star Lawyer, 2016
- Certified Public Accountant (inactive)
Professional Activities
PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES
- State Bar Association of North Dakota
- Minnesota State Bar Association
- Cass County Bar Association
- Clay County Bar Association
- Pro Bono Attorney, Minnesota Assistance Council – Veterans, 2013-present
COMMUNITY
- Red River Estate Planning Council