Nicholas J. Nick Kaster

Nicholas J. Nick Kaster

Trusts and Estates

4.0 (1 reviews)
Minneapolis, Minnesota
21+ years experience
Taft
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Contact Information

2200 IDS Center, 80 South Eighth Street, Minneapolis, MN 55402
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Bio

Nicholas J. Kaster is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Trusts and Estates.Nicholas J., who practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Nicholas J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Nicholas J. Kaster is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Trusts and Estates.Nicholas J., who practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Nicholas J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Nicholas J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

Minnesota

State Capital

Saint Paul

Highest Court

Minnesota Supreme Court

Bar Association

Minnesota State Bar Association

Typical Consultation

$150-$300

Typical Hourly Range

$225-$425/hr

Fee Model Notes

Estate planning often uses flat-fee packages, while probate disputes tend to be hourly.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Trusts and Estates

Awards & Recognition

  • Recognized: Trusts and Estates

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2025

Education

  • William Mitchell College of Law, J.D., graduated 2004

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Reviews

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Raymond Ramos

3 months ago

Expert guidance on a complex family trust

I engaged Nicholas Kaster at Taft to assist with restructuring a family trust that had become outdated and administratively burdensome. With over two decades of experience, his deep knowledge of trusts and estates law was immediately apparent. He patiently explained the nuances of Minnesota law and presented several strategic options, clearly drawing on the expertise that has earned him recognition in this specific field. The process was smooth, and the final documents were meticulously prepared. My family now has a much clearer, more efficient plan in place. The only slight drawback was that during particularly busy periods, there could be a day or two delay in email responses, though his associate was always available for urgent matters. Overall, I have great confidence in Mr. Kaster's counsel and would recommend him to anyone needing sophisticated estate planning in the Minneapolis area.

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