218-736-5493
Nicholas J. Heydt
Contact Nick
(320) 759-3143 - Alexandria
(218) 736-5493 - Fergus Falls
Practice Groups
Probate and Trust Administration
Nick focuses his law practice in estate planning, probate law, real estate law, land use law, business succession, agricultural law and business/corporate law. Nick represents a variety of clients, including individuals, banks, businesses and farming families. Nick is intricately involved in drafting complex estate plans and business succession plans, including the formation of family trusts and limited liability companies, corporations and partnerships, in addition to drafting insurance trusts.
Minnesota Law and Politics Magazine named Nick a “Rising Star” five years in a row, an incredible honor named to attorneys. Professionally, he currently serves as the Chair of the 7th District Fee Dispute Arbitration Committee.
Nick grew up in Alexandria, Minnesota and enjoys practicing law in the lakes area. He graduated with honors from St. Cloud State University with an undergraduate degree in Political Science. Nick earned his Juris Doctorate from William Mitchell College of Law in St. Paul and is licensed to practice in state and federal courts in Minnesota and North Dakota.
Nick is active in the community and currently serves on the Alexandria Area Community Foundation board and the Alexandria Housing Redevelopment Authority board as well as participates in his church. Nick and his wife, Jennifer, and their four children reside in the Alexandria area. Nick's interests include spending time with family, running, basketball, reading, and woodworking.
Nick serves both the Alexandria and Fergus Falls, as well as travels across the mid-State and North Dakota region, meeting with clients on their estate planning and business succession needs.
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WHAT NICK'S CLIENTS SAY
“Nick’s thoroughness, knowledge of estate planning laws and level of detail is incredibly impressive. Most farmers and ranchers have not been through a review of their estate plan and so the experience can be quite intimidating. Nick and his team offer thorough advice and add comments so clients feel comfortable.”
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WHAT NICK'S CLIENTS SAY
“I have been very satisfied with Mr. Heydt’s work and services. He gave us excellent advice and when my husband passed away, I continued to receive help from him to work through the estate process. He led me through until the end and helped me to understand everything and get things accomplished in a timely fashion.”
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WHAT NICK'S CLIENTS SAY
“I am very satisfied with Nick’s professionalism and promptness of getting the work done. He was very honest when working with us and was able to get our work done within a few days. I know everyone in the office works very hard.”
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WHAT NICK'S CLIENTS SAY
“I trust and depend on Nick for legal and estate planning issues. Nick communicates well with clients of all ages. He uses easy to understand language in conversation and listens to clients as they describe their needs and or wants.”
