Errol E Hauser, Estate Planning Attorney in Sleepy Eye, Minnesota
Over 59 years of legal practice · focused on Estate Planning, General, and Probate · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
City Atty.atHauser and Schmid
Sleepy Eye, MN
Practicing estate planning in Sleepy Eye since 1967.
- 59+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Errol E Hauser is a city atty. based in Sleepy Eye, MN. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, General, and Probate. Errol has over 59 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hauser and Schmid. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Sleepy Eye, MN
- Experience
- over 59 years
- Known for
- Estate Planning · General · Probate
- Handles Estate Planning, General, and Probate matters from Sleepy Eye, MN.
- Over 59 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Errol E Hauser: Errol E Hauser is a city atty. based in Sleepy Eye, MN. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, General, and Probate. Errol has over 59 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hauser and Schmid. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Errol's practice areas in Sleepy Eye
Errol concentrates on estate planning, general, probate, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Errol handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Estate Planning
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Estate Planning cases in Sleepy Eye, Minnesota
Errol takes estate planning matters in Sleepy Eye, Minnesota. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Errol agrees to represent you.
General cases in Sleepy Eye, Minnesota
Errol takes general matters in Sleepy Eye, Minnesota. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Errol agrees to represent you.
Probate cases in Sleepy Eye, Minnesota
Errol takes probate matters in Sleepy Eye, Minnesota. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Errol agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Sleepy Eye, Minnesota
Errol takes real estate matters in Sleepy Eye, Minnesota. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Errol agrees to represent you.
Biography
Errol E Hauser, estate planning attorney serving Sleepy Eye
Errol E Hauser is a city atty. based in Sleepy Eye, MN. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, General, and Probate. Errol has over 59 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hauser and Schmid. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review. Errol works from Sleepy Eye, Minnesota and takes on estate planning matters across the region.
Errol E Hauser is a lawyer practicing probate law, estate planning law, real estate law and 1 other area of law. Errol received a B.A. degree from Mankato State College in 1962, and has been licensed for 59 years. Errol practices at Hauser and Schmid in Sleepy Eye, MN.
Working with Errol on a estate planning matter
Errol E Hauser is a lawyer practicing probate law, estate planning law, real estate law and 1 other area of law. Errol received a B.A. degree from Mankato State College in 1962, and has been licensed for 59 years. Errol practices at Hauser and Schmid in Sleepy Eye, MN.
Who Errol represents
Errol reviews new inquiries case-by-case for estate planning, general, and probate matters in Sleepy Eye and the surrounding Minnesota area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Errol studied and practices
University of Minnesota
J.D. · 1967
Mankato State College
B.A. · 1962
Jurisdictions
Errol's state bar admissions
Minnesota
1967 · ACTIVE
Errol studied at J.D. in University of Minnesota and B.A. in Mankato State College.
Law school and academic background
Errol completed J.D. in University of Minnesota and B.A. in Mankato State College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Errol runs in Minnesota is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Errol's legal honors and published work
Errol has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Errol's professional memberships and bar associations
Minnesota State Bar Association
membership
Locations
Errol E Hauser's office in Sleepy Eye
Errol's primary office is at 109 W. Main Street, Sleepy Eye, MN, 56085. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Errol E Hauser — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Errol. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing estate planning attorneys in Sleepy Eye.
4.4
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How to hire Errol E Hauser — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new estate planning attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Errol usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Errol charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Errol's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Errol will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a estate planning attorney in Sleepy Eye, Minnesota
A short list to run through before you commit: How many estate planning matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Errol
Errol discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in estate planning practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every estate planning matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Errol confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Errol's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many estate planning practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Errol E Hauser
How much does it cost to hire Errol for a estate planning case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Errol walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Errol offer a free consultation?
Errol charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Errol's office. Some estate planning attorneys offer free consults — check Errol's current terms during booking.
How long do estate planning cases in Minnesota typically take?
Simple estate planning matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Errol gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Errol take my case if I'm outside Sleepy Eye?
Errol is licensed in Minnesota. Matters governed by Minnesota law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Errol will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Errol?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Errol will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Errol accepting new estate planning clients right now?
Errol's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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