Chris Anderson
Chief Executive Officer
Chris Anderson is CEO of Generations Legal Services. Chris and his wife Ann live in Maple Grove, MN. They have 4 children and 8 grandchildren. Chris enjoys spending time at the family cabin in Walker MN, along with hiking on the north shore of Minnesota and traveling to Jamaica for an occasional warm get away.
Chris has a long history of leadership positions in financial services, management consulting, estate planning and charitable giving. As a regular speaker and lecturer, Chris has a particular passion for serving one family at a time mobilizing estate planning and consulting in charitable giving. His time is often spent with non-profit leadership, boards, members of churches, higher net worth donors to non-profits, business owners and families who have a desire to grow their own assets while also helping those organizations they love.
Ann M. Anderson
Chief Financial Officer
Ann founded Generations Legal Services in 2011 after seeing a void in the estate planning process, leaving individuals exposed and not fully understanding what they had or how it was protected. She applies her twenty-plus years of experience working in Fortune 500 companies to deliver exceptional service and build lasting relationships with both clients and key partners. Ann holds a Resident Producer license in the state of Minnesota. In her free time, you can find her volunteering at a variety of animal rescues, spending time with her family or exploring beautiful places.
Austin Line
Chief Operating Officer
Austin joined Generations Legal Services in 2014 as a client service representative and quickly advanced to project manager. Austin now leads the operations at Generations Legal Services. As operations manager, Austin’s primary responsibilities include overseeing the day-to-day operations of the company, working with various estate planning attorneys across the states of Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Florida. He works on our clients’ behalf making sure the estate plan project moves effortlessly through the process from initial intake to document delivery. Austin believes quality service and clear communication is the foundation for each client to have a superior experience. Austin holds a Minnesota Producer license in the state of Minnesota. Outside of the office, Austin enjoys traveling and playing competitive softball.
Jeff Litfin
Estate Planning Specialist
As a Certified Estate Planner ™, Jeff works side by side with our attorney partners to provide each client with professional and comprehensive solutions. As our face to the client, Jeff utilizes his 30 years of public speaking, corporate communications, and business management experience to make the estate project process seamless. Jeff conducts GLS estate planning workshops and takes the lead role in client engagement. Clients appreciate Jeff’s ability to take complex legal topics and explain them in an easy-to-understand manner. No one helps families and individuals navigate the Bermuda Triangle of estate planning (legal, finance and tax) better than Jeff. In addition to his CEP® certification, Jeff holds a Bachelor of Science in Communications from North Central University and a Minnesota Life, Accident and Health Insurance license.
Mary Nelson
Estate Planning Specialist
Bringing over 30 years of expertise in leadership, management, and service, Mary is a dedicated member of the Generations team. Mary enjoys assisting families in their estate planning, offering a deeper opportunity to ensure that every detail of your legacy is handled with the respect and attention it deserves.
Mary’s professional journey spans roles such as Regional Manager for a Fortune 500 company in outdoor landscaping products and National Sales Manager in a Hardlines Electrical industry, and local Manufacturer’s Representative. Mary has earned accolades including a prestigious Presidents Award, Salesman of the Year, and recognition for Excellence, celebrating her professionalism, innovation, and creativity.
Her background also includes several impactful years in ministry as a Kids Ministry Coordinator, Volunteer Specialist, and Administrative Assistant. Mary’s devotion to service excellence is evident in her track record as a consistent, adaptable, and progress-driven problem solver.
Beyond her professional life, Mary finds immense joy in her family, celebrating her four incredible children and their growing families. A Minnesota native, she cherishes time spent cheering for the Minnesota Twins and Vikings, following professional tennis, enjoying long walks, reading, and building lasting memories with loved ones.
Katie Copic
Operations Assistant
With extensive experience in customer service management and executive administration, Katie has developed a strong ability to create exceptional experiences for clients. Known for delivering “red carpet” service, she ensures that every client feels warm, welcomed, and truly valued. Building meaningful, lasting relationships is at the heart of her professional approach.
Outside of her career, Katie is a proud mother of three and a grandmother of four. She cherishes spending time with her family and takes great joy in hosting annual events where friends and loved ones can gather to create lasting memories. A passionate dog lover, she shares her home with three dogs, who bring her immense happiness. In addition, she enjoys the natural beauty of the North Shore and the peaceful retreat of her cabin in Wisconsin, where she enjoys relaxing and making new memories.
Whether in her professional life or personal pursuits, Katie is committed to fostering connection, warmth, and unforgettable experiences for those around her.
Marisa Line
Customer Service Manager
Marisa joined Generations Legal Services in 2023 having over 15 years experience in customer service. Her job is to coordinate meetings with clients after they have attended one of our workshops. Driven by a passion for organization and a commitment to delivering exceptional service, she is honored to play a role in helping individuals and families secure their legacies and protect their assets for future generations. In her free time, she enjoys hanging out with family and friends, spending time outdoors, traveling, cooking, and trying new restaurants.