@melindagg.bsky.social
Attorney, Photographer, Blogger, Reader, Spouse, Parent, Cat Mom
What happens when an #estateplanning and #probate attorney starts thinking about the #Thanksgiving meal? Details in today's blog post; think beyond the retirement account and consider who'll inherit your cookie cutter collection.
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Melding the #Halloween vibe with real world situations in the area of #estateplanning and #probate was the inspiration for today's blog post. Stay informed, knowledge is powerful.
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Stay informed about the law that affects us all, #estateplanning and #probate. This week on the blog, lesson learned from the film The Friend. Pet trusts.....do you need one?
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Peaceful expression in Madison, WI. Fascism has no place in America.
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Uncertain who to appoint as your personal representative (called an executor in other states)? Check out my latest blog post for 5 traits to look for when nominating someone.
#estateplanning #probate
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Tenacious plants and a cat, age approximately 19.
11.10.2025 17:25 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Summer day trip inspired this week's blog post. Don't drop the ball and overlook a unique asset when planning your estate. gustafsonlegal.blogspot.com/2025/10/asse...
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Enjoyed being out in my community today, presenting an educational seminar on 5 Things All Wisconsinites Should Know About Estate Planning and Probate. Knowledge is key for consumers to make wise decisions. Thanks to Bella at Drumlin Reserve Independent Living for the invite!
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My latest blog post pulls 5 lessons from 20 years of practice. Stay informed about the law that affects us all, #estateplanning and #probate.
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Today marks my 20th year of operating my legal practice. I would like to pause mid-day to say thank you to everyone who has offered support and words of encouragement over the years. Thank you! I'm looking forward to many more years serving my community. Be well, and Go Badgers!
01.10.2025 17:43 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Films entertain us & educate u. This posts looks at the film Manchester by the Sea, examining the movie's lessons on nominating a guardian for your child in a will. Stay informed about the law that affects us all, #estateplanning and #probate.
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Wrote a little blog piece on the advances in tech scams. Stay informed about the law that affects us all, #estateplanning and #probate. gustafsonlegal.blogspot.com/2025/05/pock...
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Thinking about the role of Survivorship Clauses in a will this morning; a key element missing from the late Gene Hackman's will. gustafsonlegal.blogspot.com/2025/05/ensu...
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This essay traces the long and turbulent history of American booksellers who have faced censorship, harassment, and even violence for defending the freedom to read. Through vivid anecdotes and historical cases-from undercover stings in the early 1900s and legal battles over “obscene” literature, to FBI surveillance of Black bookstores and bomb threats against feminist and LGBTQ+ shops-the author illustrates how bookstores have repeatedly become battlegrounds in the fight for civil liberties and free expression. Despite intimidation from both government and private groups, booksellers have pushed back, shaping legal precedents and rallying communities to defend First Amendment rights. The essay ultimately calls on readers to recognize bookstores as “arsenals of democracy” and to support their ongoing role in safeguarding intellectual freedom.
Booksellers have faced censorship and harassment defending the freedom to read. Celebrate your local bookstore and support their ongoing role in safeguarding intellectual freedom.
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#BookstoreDay
Walking to work on #Earthday gave me the mental space to compose a short blog post on the role of eco-friendly decluttering and your estate plan. Check it out; stay informed about the law that affects us all: #estateplanning and #probate. gustafsonlegal.blogspot.com/2025/04/decl...
22.04.2025 20:14 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
It's National Healthcare Decision day. Check out my recent blog post, and stay informed about the law that affects us all - estate planning and probate.
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Post conditioning workout for an upcoming 5k. Calming Lake Mendota in a disturbing and turbulent world. Finding calm is essential.
12.04.2025 21:27 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Blue graphic with text "Know your rights before you hit the streets. Virtual training Friday, April 4th at 8 PM ET, 5pm PT"
Today at 8pm ET/5pm PT we're hosting a Know Your Rights training to prepare for our Hands Off rallies on Saturday.
RSVP for the Zoom link: act.aclu.org/a/handsoffkyr
Last week I spent some time thinking about the unfortunate trends in elder financial abuse. Check out my blog post for details. Stay informed about the law that affects us all, estate planning and probate.
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Storytelling is a powerful way to learn. Check out last Friday's blog post for lessons learned from Hollywood. Estate Planning & the movies.
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Second protest today. It's a democracy, not a monarchy. Do your job #Congress.
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Exercising my First Amendment Rights. #science #Madison.
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Froze for a good cause. 5k done! Support for Open Doors for Refugees. #Madison
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Not surprising, but alarming. www.nbcnews.com/health/healt...
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Proud of my spouse who was one who was able to attend! www.wkow.com/news/protest...
01.03.2025 16:10 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0The only one in the room who acted with the dignity of a president was Zelenskyy. Absolutely ashamed of America's President and Vice President. #StandWithUkraine
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"Estate plan" is not just for those with a 7-figure net worth. Learn more about this term, read today's blog post. Stay informed about the law that affects us all, #estateplanning and #probate.
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Staying current on the law that affects us all, #estateplanning and #probate.....check out my latest blog post. A book review of Let's Talk About Aging Parents by Laura Tamblyn Watts.
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