Sally Forbes Friedman

Sally Forbes Friedman is an estate planning and probate attorney with more than three decades of experience. She is licensed in both Minnesota and California. Her work centers on helping individuals and families prepare for the future through clear, practical legal plans. She is known for offering thoughtful and personalized guidance tailored to each client’s needs.

Sally earned her B.A. from the University of California, Los Angeles, and her J.D. from Southwestern School of Law in Los Angeles. Her education laid the foundation for a career focused on careful planning and detailed legal work.

Sally concentrates on comprehensive estate planning. Her services include wills, trusts, guardianships, and conservatorships. She also assists families with planning for individuals with disabilities. In addition, she prepares antenuptial agreements, health care directives,s and powers of attorney. She works closely with clients to ensure proper funding of planning documents so their estate plans reflect their personal goals and family circumstances.

Sally is valued for her ability to listen closely and explain complex topics in simple terms. Many families return to her over the years, and she often represents multiple generations. She guides clients through important decisions with patience, clarity, and compassion.

Sally Forbes Friedman has also been active in the Minneapolis community. She has served as President of the Beth El Synagogue Foundation of Minnesota and President of the Beth El Synagogue Board of Trustees. She is a past President of the Heilicher Minneapolis Jewish Day School and serves on advisory committees at the Jewish Community Foundation of the Minneapolis Jewish Federation, supporting charitable efforts both locally and abroad.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Messerli | Kramer
• Member, The State Bar of California
• Member, Minnesota State Bar Association

Licensed State

• California
• Minnesota

Education

• Southwestern School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of California
  BA in History

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