Do i need to file for guardianship in the state of virginia?

I have added child custody as a practice area -- attorneys practicing in that area may be able to assist you more than attorneys (like me) who...

Your sister has authority to make her own decisions as long as she is capable of doing so. Being terminally ill does not deprive her of that...

What can I do to recover money's owed to me as a beneficiary of an estate.

The purpose in consulting with an attorney is to find out what you can do, and get advice and recommendations about your options. This will...

Do heirs to an estate have an interest in an addition built on another heirs property?

The apartment is not personal property. Whether your parents had any legal interest in the property will depend on whether there was a written...

I own several properties in my name only prior to remarrying - Can I do a Will and leave everything to my only child

You can do a will and leave everything to your child. However, unless you have a written agreement with your current spouse, this might not work...

In Virginia, how much time does the executors of an estate have to probate a will?

Contact the probate clerk in the Circuit Court where the will was filed. You should have received written notice when the will was filed, and that...

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Does a legal Guardian have authority of a adult in different states?

Generally, the authority to decide where to live is taken away from a person when a guardian is appointed. The guardian makes that decision. But...

My wife passed away. she had credit cards that I did not know about

You may not be obligated on accounts that were solely in your wife's name, but you should consult with an estate administration or probate lawyer...

Which state POA laws prevail if 1) they were drafted in VA 2) the principals moved out of state but didn't redo the POA?

Your parents' documents will be governed by the state in which they are now residing. Many POA documents can be used in any state, and are...

What kind of power of attorney do I need?

A general durable power of attorney should give you the authority that you may need to manage any financial affairs that are in the name of your...