What is the difference between guardianship, power of appointed attorney and having actual custody of a child?

I am not licensed in VA, so you should consult with a VA attorney for specific advice. But the main principals are probably the same. ...

My husband and I already have a revocable trust. I will be inheriting a large amount of money. How do I put it in the trust?

You can do what ever you wish with it. It's your money - whether it is taken in kind (current stocks, bonds, etc. are transferred just as they...

Why is the spendthrift provision relevant here?

Meeting legal requirements to transfer gift money for down payment of house.

I would consult with a CPA. The only possible gift tax issue would be on your MIL - depending on her citizenship she may have to file a gift tax...

My husband passed away, leaving a house under both of our names. Please tell me what I need to do if I want to sell it.

Mr. Haber is correct. One of the nice things about joint ownership especially among spouses is that there is little hassle in a situation such as...

“Must surviving spouse give copy of living trust to step children ?

I agree with the other attorneys. I woudl add that just because your lawyer stopped practicing should not stop you from finding a new attorney to...

When we set up a chain of ownership for a house. Do we include step sisters and brothers?

I agree with Mr. Farr. There is probably a question about how the home has been owned over the years which requires a title search.

Is it legal for a executrix of a will to give 2 month notice of resignation? What happens to all the bills?

Yes an executor can resign. But you say the house is in a trust - who is the trustee? Same person or different person? Are you also the successor...

How to handle a wrongly created irrevocable trust?

You clearly need a lawyer for this, despite your statement that you can't. Couple of points: 1. you make a conclusion that the trust was "wrongly"...

Would blogging about seniors living in a senior living facility -- their day-to-day lives -- open me up to legal headaches?

Do you work at this facility? I would think depending on if you work there or are a regular visitor would change things. I'd ask your lawyer...