What requirements does it take for a will to be valid?

If it is handwritten in several different handwritings, it is almost certainly invalid. To be a valid handwritten well, technically called a...

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I have been cohabitating for 7.5 years, we have 3 children. Can I get a prenup that would include the 7.5 years?

A prenup will protect your rights in the event of divorce or if he dies before you. You absolutely should see an attorney to advise you of your...

Not married to guy , but we have children together

You need a family law attorney. I have changed the category to Famili Law, but no one is going to be able help you in this forum. You need to meet...

About 10 years ago my father(87 yrs old) deeded his house to me and my husband. He retained lifetime rights to live in the

The answer is no so long as the deed was properly prepared and your father is going into a Virginia nursing home. The life estate in this...

I NED ADVISE AS TO WHAT TO DO WITH MY HUSBAND. I BROUGHT HIM TO USA AND NOW HE IS IN THE ARMY AND HAVE DECIDED TO DIVORCE ME.

The other attorneys are correct. You simply need to find an attorney to represent you. However, you need to know that you cannot successfully fight...

If a joint revocable living trust provides for family and survivor trusts, do you need a new trust when first dies?

You do not need to create a new trust instrument. However at least one new certification of trust will be required to document the existence of the...

Who will get heirs portion of estate if they pass away?

It is impossible to give you any information in this situation without seeing the actual documentation, and knowing how your father's assets were...

I would like to know how to go about retrieving money from a funeral home that was given without permission for purchase.

Your dispute is with your sister, not with the funeral. You need to get the money back from your sister, either voluntarily or by taking her to...

My mom is the surviving spouse and her step daughter was named executor in the will. What is my mothers rights?

Mr. Wilson is exactly correct that the surviving spouse has a one third claim to the augmented a state. The surviving spouse may also have...

Is it always necessary to have 2 separate attorneys for a prenup?

You do not need to have two separate attorneys. You simply need one attorney who is willing to act as a mediator in helping you and your fiancé...