ESTATE PLANNING ATTORNEY PLYMOUTH, MN
About Us | Gregory Singleton
Gregory Singleton
OWNER/FOUNDER
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, 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.
Gregory Singleton
OWNER/FOUNDER
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, 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.
Gregory’s Accomplishments
- Serving as pro bono attorney for the MSBA Probate Clinic, 2024-present
- Serving as a pro bono attorney with Wills for Heroes, 2022-present
- Serving as a volunteer investigator for the 4th District Ethics Committee, 2014-present
- Founded Signature Law PLLC, 2019
- Graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Minnesota Law School, 2013
- Founded Singleton Financial Services, 2003
- Graduated from the University of Washington, 2001
- Serving as a board member to Tools for Teens, 2019-present
- Minnesota Super Lawyers, 2026
(Only 5 percent of all attorneys are awarded as Super Lawyers, based on their experience, quality of work, contribution to the community, and leadership in the bar.) - 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
- Minnesota State Bar Association (MSBA)
- Trust & Estates Law Section
- Elder Law Section
- Tax Law Section
- Real Property Section
- American Bar Association (ABA): Probate & Trust Law Section
- National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA): Litigation Committee
- Twin Cities Estate Planning Council
- Wayzata Chamber
- Northeast Minneapolis Business Alliance (NEMBA): Secretary
- Minnesota Supreme Court
- United States District Court for the District of Minnesota
- United States Tax Court
- Co-authored the chapter on Professional Ethics for Minnesota CLE’s Quick Answer Guide on Probate & Estate Administration.
- Regular presenter on 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 Education, and NEMBA.
- Guest presenter Professional Ethics in Probate & Estate Administration, Contract Law for Business Owners, Contract Drafting and Management, Regulatory Compliance, and Informational Asset Development.
- Gregory also leads several attorney study groups focusing on estate planning, probate and trust administration, and medical assistance planning.
- 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.
The Signature Law Difference
When Signature Law was formed, the goal was to do something different. We’re not your typical law firm with high overhead costs. Some of our distinctives include:Â
- We focus on having world-class customer service where we customize each estate plan for the client’s specific needs
- We primarily use flat fees for services, meaning you will not be hit with surprise invoicesÂ
- Everything will be thoroughly explained to you – nobody signs anything until they understand what they are signing
We needed an estate plan and choose to work with Signature Law because it is a small law firm and we liked the idea of a more personal, less formal experience. Gregory is a knowledgeable and friendly attorney who answered all of our questions and made this process as easy as possible. We now have a complete estate plan, including a trust and healthcare directive.
– Dawn H.
Ready to Get Started?
If you have questions or are ready to get started with estate planning, we’re ready to help. We offer a free consultation so we can answer your questions, and help you determine your next steps to secure your legacy as you plan for the future.