What options does one have when relative claims 'sole survivor heir' status while the will was still in probate?

It's a bit hard to decipher, but it appears that your relative did create a Will, and by the terms of that Will, made her nephews her heirs. As...

VA Husband abandoned marital residence that he only has ownership with a gift of deed from Wife.Did he forfeit ownership at all

If a Deed of Gift was recorded from the wife (presumed to be the prior sole owner) to the husband-and-wife as tenants by the entireties with common...

Question about buying and selling a house (Settlement)

All real estate sales must pay off the existing indebtedness secured by realty. If there is a Deed of Trust, regardless as to how many times it's...

The father of my children has been absent for over 4 years and now wants joint physical custody. how likely is this?

The Court must consider all of the factors under section 20-124.3 of the Virginia Code- there are 9 plus the wild card "and such other factors as...

How can my husband adopt my 6 year old daughter, when we dont know where her real father is?

With all due respect to my colleagues, an adoption Petition which fails to prove that you have made a good-faith and reasonable effort to find your...

What evidence is needed to get a protective order?

A "Protective Order" is specifically designed by statute to apply to instances involving domestic violence/threat of violence, so no, based on your...

In the state of va, can I get another judge to preside over my case if I feel my current judge is biased?

One of the hardest things about putting your life and your family's life under the microscope of the judicial system is the feeling that the judge...

Selected as the best answer

How do I protect my interest regarding the house which is in both husband & wife's name?

When you file for divorce on the grounds of desertion (which you definitely should do immediately) you can ask the Court for a pendente lite order...

I and a business partner are listed on a deed on property in Northern Virginia. I no longer wish to continue in the partnership

It is unclear from your description whether the "house" was bought as a joint investment, or was purchased by the two of you as a romantic couple,...

Should/can I request a change of venue? Ex wife filed for divorce/support/custody in VA after she moved out of state

From your description, ONLY Virginia has jurisdiction over the divorce. Since the issue of child custody has been included in the divorce action,...