Our Areas of Practice

Ramstad, Skoyles, Winters & Bakken P.A. is a law firm located in Detroit Lakes, MN, with a team of experienced attorneys experienced in various fields such as real estate & title examination, estate planning, wills & trusts, probate, municipal law & criminal prosecution, business organizations, condominium & common interest communities, guardianships & elder law, family law and more.

We provide personalized legal services to individuals, families, cities, and businesses, always working towards finding the best solutions for our clients. Contact us to schedule a consultation and learn more about how we can assist you with your legal needs.

Our Areas of Practice

Ramstad, Skoyles, Winters & Bakken P.A. is a law firm located in Detroit Lakes, MN, with a team of experienced attorneys practicing in various fields such as real estate & title examination, estate planning, wills & trusts, probate, municipal law & criminal prosecution, business organizations, condominium & common interest communities, guardianships & elder law, family law and more. We provide personalized legal services to individuals, families, cities, and businesses, always working towards finding the best solutions for our clients. Contact us to schedule a consultation and learn more about how we can assist you with your legal needs.

Real Estate & Title Examinations

We represent clients in residential and commercial property sales, purchases, leases, title correction and boundary disputes. We draft purchase agreements, easements, deeds, contracts for deed and other real estate documents. We also handle zoning and land use issues, landlord-tenant disputes, closings and provide title examination services to uncover any defects to land titles.


Our Real Estate & Title Examinations Attorneys: Charles J. Ramstad, Thomas P. Winters, Patrick A. Bakken, Dylan Ramstad Skoyles

Estate Planning, Wills & Trusts

We provide comprehensive estate planning services, including drafting wills and trusts. Our experienced attorneys work with clients to ensure their wishes are carried out, and their assets are protected for future generations.

Our Wills & Trust Attorneys: Thomas P. Winters, Charles J. Ramstad, Patrick A. Bakken, Dylan Ramstad Skoyles

Probate

When probate is necessary, we represent clients through the probate process to help clients navigate the legal process of collecting and distributing assets after a loved one has passed away. Our experienced attorneys manage the Court process and provide guidance and support to resolve any issues and complete the process in a smooth and efficient manner.


Our Probate Attorneys: Thomas P. Winters, Charles J. Ramstad, Patrick A. Bakken, Dylan Ramstad Skoyles 

Municipal Law & Criminal Prosecution

We represent eleven communities in six counties as their City Attorneys, advising them and their economic development authorities on civil municipal law and development issues. We also assist law enforcement and provide criminal prosecution services to six of those communities.


Our Attorneys: Charles J. Ramstad, Karen Skoyles, Patrick A. Bakken, Thomas P. Winters, Dylan Ramstad Skoyles

Business Organizations

We offer business law services for sole proprietorships, S-corporations, C-corporations, limited liability companies, partnerships and non-profit corporations. We provide legal advice on contracts, employment law, and business formation to comply with state and federal regulations.


Our Business Organization Attorneys: Thomas P. Winters, Patrick A. Bakken, Charles J. Ramstad

Condominium and Common Interest Communities

We assist developers with obtaining development approval for condominium and common interest community projects, including drafting of declarations, restrictions, covenants, rules, association bylaws and other documents necessary to comply with state law and county regulations. We also provide services to condominium and common interest community owners’ associations and assist buyers in understanding the operation of those associations and the rights and obligations buyers will have as owners. Our attorneys offer expert guidance in drafting and interpreting existing governing documents.


Our Condominium and Common Interest Communities Attorneys: Charles J. Ramstad and Patrick A. Bakken

Condominium and Common Interest Communities

We assist developers with obtaining development approval for condominium and common interest community projects, including drafting of declarations, restrictions, covenants, rules, association bylaws and other documents necessary to comply with state law and county regulations. We also provide services to condominium and common interest community owners’ associations and assist buyers in understanding the operation of those associations and the rights and obligations buyers will have as owners. Our attorneys offer expert guidance in drafting and interpreting existing governing documents.


Our Condominium and Common Interest Communities Attorneys: Charles J. Ramstad and Patrick A. Bakken

We also provide services to condominium and common interest community owners’ associations and assist buyers in understanding the operation of those associations and the rights and obligations buyers will have as owners. Our attorneys offer expert guidance in drafting and interpreting existing governing documents.


Our Condominium and Common Interest Communities Attorneys: Charles J. Ramstad and Patrick A. Bakken

Guardianships & Elder Law

Navigating the complexities associated with a loved one suffering from diminished capacities is a difficult process, both emotionally and legally. Our attorneys can assist with powers of attorney, health care directives, guardianships and conservatorships as well as provide legal advice related to MA qualification and asset protection.


Our Guardianships & Elder Law Attorneys: Patrick A. Bakken and Thomas P. Winters

Family Law

Our family law attorneys are experienced with adoptions, divorce and child support and represent clients, keeping their best interests in mind. Family law involves the people and relationships that are most important to you. In the case of divorce or child support, it also involves your property and your finances. We are here to help you make the best possible decisions at a time when those decisions are critical.


Our Family Law Attorneys: Thomas P. Winters, Patrick A. Bakken