Eric L. Peterson
Of Counsel | Attorney
Meet Eric L. Peterson
Eric Peterson practices primarily in the areas of civil litigation and business dispute resolution, real estate, landlord-tenant matters, and family law, which includes such matters as marital dissolution, child support, spousal maintenance issues, and property division. Mr. Peterson is a graduate of Minnesota State, Mankato and the University of St. Thomas Law School. He is a member of the Minnesota State Bar Association and the Carver County Bar Association. Mr. Peterson is an avid fisherman, a fan of all Minnesota sports, and he is active in youth sports organizations. He resides with his three daughters in Victoria, Minnesota.
Education
University of St. Thomas School of Law
Juris Doctor
Mankato State University
B.S., Manufacturing Engineering Technology
Bar Admissions
- Minnesota
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What Minnesota Employers Need to Know About Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST)
ESST isn't just another employment policy. It's a legal requirement for most Minnesota employers. Minnesota's Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST) law gives eligible employees the right to earn paid leave for certain health- and safety-related reasons. While the law has...
What Is Probate in Minnesota?
Probate has a reputation for being complicated. In reality, it's simply the legal process for settling someone's estate. If you've recently lost a loved one, you've probably heard the word "probate" more than once. Friends, family members, and even the internet often...
LLC vs. Corporation: Choosing the Right Business Entity in Minnesota
One of the first decisions you'll make as a business owner is also one of the most important. Starting a business is exciting, but before you can hire employees, sign contracts, or open a business bank account, you'll need to decide how your business will be...
How Is Child Custody Determined in Minnesota? A Guide for Parents
There isn't a formula for deciding child custody, and there isn't a presumption that one parent should receive custody over the other. One of the first questions parents ask during a divorce or other family law matter is, "Who will get custody of the children?"...
Do I Need a Trust or Is a Will Enough?
A will and a trust can both be effective estate planning tools—but they aren't interchangeable, and one isn't automatically better than the other. One of the most common questions people ask when they begin estate planning is whether they need a trust or if a will is...
Buying a Business in Minnesota: What You Should Know Before You Sign
Buying a business is more than buying assets. You're buying the opportunities and the risks that come with them. Buying an existing business can be an exciting opportunity. An established customer base, experienced employees, existing contracts, and immediate cash...
How Is Property Divided in a Minnesota Divorce?
Most people assume everything is split 50/50 in a divorce. It’s not that simple. That’s the expectation going in — and in some cases, it’s close to what happens. But Minnesota law doesn’t require an equal division of property during a divorce. It requires a division...
What Is a Real Estate Purchase Agreement?
When you’re buying or selling property, the purchase agreement is often treated like a formality — something to sign once the price is agreed on. It’s not. The purchase agreement is the document that defines the entire real estate transaction. It outlines what’s...
What Minnesota Employers Are Still Getting Wrong About Non-Compete Agreements
Non-competes are mostly gone in Minnesota. That doesn’t mean the problem is. Minnesota changed the law in 2023, and for most employers, non-compete agreements are no longer enforceable. That part is clear. What’s less clear — and what we’re still seeing — is how...
What Happens If You Die Without a Will in Minnesota?
Most people know they should have a will. Far fewer understand what actually happens if they don’t. If you die without a will in Minnesota, you are considered to have died “intestate.” That means state law — not you — determines who receives your assets, who manages...