Gregory Singleton - Wayzata, MN
Attorney at Signature Law PLLC
Estate Planning Lawyers in Wayzata, MN
901 Twelve Oaks Center Drive Suite 903 Wayzata, MN 55391
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13
Years
Experience
Wayzata Estate Planning Lawyer
Updated: 06/25/2026
Areas of Practice
- Estate Planning
Attorney Information
Overview
Gregory Singleton is a skilled attorney, experienced in both litigation and transactional work. Before he dedicated his practice to estate planning, he developed a reputation for creative and efficient resolution of complicated matters. He has tried multi-million-dollar cases and negotiated multi-billion-dollar contracts.
Before focusing his practice on estate planning, probate, trust administration, and guardianship/conservatorship law, his litigation practice included matters ranging from breach of contract, complex commercial transaction disputes, real estate disputes, business and corporate ownership disputes, and civil rights claims. Transactional matters included representation of clients in matters relating to negotiation and drafting in such matters including, for example, procurement and operations agreements, business formation, mergers, and acquisitions, contract drafting, assignment, novation, and amendment, and various employment related contracts and documents.
When he started Signature Law PLLC, Gregory hung up his three-piece suits to have a more client centered practice with a focus on legacy planning: estate planning, probate, trust administration, guardianship and conservatorship law, and small business formation and succession planning. His goal is to make the law accessible to you and your families. Estate planning is not a job for him, it’s a passion. Gregory strives to provide the most effective representation, personalized for each client, with world-class customer service.
When not practicing law, Gregory can be found rock climbing, hiking the Superior Hiking Trail, collecting board games, and spending time with his family.
Selected Litigation & Transactional Achievements
- Negotiated settlement agreement for contentious dispute between co-trustees of multiple trusts with assets north of $6 million.
- Negotiated settlement agreement for multi-party contested voluntary conservatorship, securing care for an elderly family member who was in early stages of dementia.
- Represented a client in multi-jurisdictional commercial contract dispute, fashioning a creative settlement arrangement that avoided mutually assured destruction.
- Obtained a favorable defense win in a complex commercial litigation matter that included eight defendants, fifteen causes of action, and multiple fact patterns and theories of liability; drafted all memoranda and motions including summary judgment that distilled the case to three causes of action and led to a defense verdict avoiding millions in potential liability.
- Guided a client through formation of joint venture and contract novation, and eventual contested dissolution of the joint venture, preventing extended litigation and allowing the business to restructure and avoid bankruptcy.
- Obtained favorable settlement when representing a plaintiff employee in an employment/civil rights matter by defeating most defense arguments after a successful motion to dismiss.
- Drafted more than $6.4 billion dollars of procurement contracts for New York City Health & Hospitals Corporation, the second largest hospital network in the country.
Awards and Honors
Honors
- Minnesota Super Lawyers, 2026
- Minnesota Super Lawyers Rising Star, 2021-2023
- North Star Lawyer, 2015, 2016, 2022, 2023, 2025
- University of Minnesota Law School Public Service Award, 2013
- University of Minnesota Legal Concentration: Business Law, 2013
- University of Minnesota Legal Concentration: Labor & Employment Law, 2013
Other Sources of Feedback About Gregory Singleton
Included on the 2026 Minnesota Super Lawyers list
Past Lists
- 2023 Minnesota Super Lawyers list
- 2022 Minnesota Super Lawyers list
- 2021 Minnesota Super Lawyers list
Education
Legal Education
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University of Minnesota Law School,
Minneapolis,
Minnesota, 2013
J.D.
Honors: magna cum laude
Non Legal Education
- University of Washington, 2001
Current Employment Position(s)
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Owner/Founder
Past Positions
- Fitch Johnson Larsen & Held, Associate Attorney, 2018 - 2019
- Parker Daniels Kibort, Associate Attorney, 2017 - 2018
- Eckland & Blando, Associate Attorney, 2013 - 2017
Classes and Seminars
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Regular Presenter, Estate Planning 101, Wills & Trust 101, Incapacity Planning 101, and Probate & Trust Administration 101 to audiences online and in person, through Signature Law and as a guest at various organizations, including, for example, Minnesota Bogleheads, Oakwood Adult
- Guest Presenter, Professional Ethics in Probate & Estate Administration, Contract Law for Business Owners, Contract Drafting and Management, Regulatory Compliance, and Informational Asset Development.
Pro Bono Activities
- MSBA Probate Clinic, Pro Bono Attorney, 2024 - Present
- Wills for Heroes, Pro Bono Attorney, 2022 - Present
- Volunteer investigator for the 4th District Ethics Committee, 2014 - Present
- Tools for Teens, Board Member, 2019 - Present
Published Works
Articles
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Co-authored the chapter on Professional Ethics for Minnesota CLE’s Quick Answer Guide on Probate & Estate Administration.
Bar Admissions
- Minnesota Supreme Court
- U.S. District Court District of Minnesota
- U.S. Tax Court
Other Affiliations
- Minnesota State Bar Association, Trust & Estates Law Section
- Minnesota State Bar Association, Elder Law Section
- Minnesota State Bar Association, Tax Law Section
- Minnesota State Bar Association, Real Property Section
- American Bar Association, Probate & Trust Law Section
- National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, Litigation Committee
- Twin Cities Estate Planning Council
- Wayzata Chamber
- Northeast Minneapolis Business Alliance, Secretary
Reviews
Customer Reviews for Gregory Singleton
Highlights
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5.0 Value
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5.0 Quality of Service
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5.0 Professional Competence
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Contact
901 Twelve Oaks Center Drive
Suite 903
Wayzata, MN 55391
Phone Number: 612-428-4002
Fax Number: 612-428-4003
Email: Send a message
Hours: Monday – Friday: 8 am – 5 pm
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