How to sign over custody after death?

You need a Will naming a Guardian if you both die, and a Child Protection Plan (TM) if you are in an accident and unable to care for your child....

My mother left her house directly to me in her will. How do i get a new deed in my name. I can't sell it without it.

Your lawyer is correct and trying to save you money. A recorded Will acts as a Deed in VA. To transfer the house you do not need a deed. However,...

My mother just passed away in Viriginia. I have lived in her home for the past 9 years. How long can I stay in the house?

You really need to consult with an attorney. You have not provided enough information for anyone to be able to answer this question fully, such as...

If a house is left in will does it have to be appraised for legal statement of value?

No appraisal requirement. Virginia statute fixed the fair market value as the tax assessed value.

Estate question: What are the courts view of witnesses to Wills?

I agree with the prior answer. However, I would add that the lawyer preparing the Will should provide the disinterested witnesses to the signing. ...

Mu uncle had a stroke. I am his full power of attorney. What do I need to do to begin conducting his business, financial,

I have added numerous other practice areas to your inquiry because your inquiry is about much more than just using a power of attorney. You...

I want to get payments from a prize, anonymously, that can not be attacked by anyone. How can I do this?

There are various methods to accomplish what you are talking about, but this is a very complex area that few people are qualified to help...

I am the beneficiary on my fathers insurance policy, does that give me the right to control his property?

I agree with the prior answers, but with one exception – the assumption that your father needs guardianship and conservatorship. The fact that...

In Virginia, does a probate tax need to be paid before becoming an administrator? Can it be paid by the estate?

Must typically be paid up front, but estate can reimburse.

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Great Grandparents had a Trust to be left to my Grandmother upon her death to be divided among the remaining surviving children.

You need to take the trust documents to an attorney in your area to review the documents. No one can answer this type of question without...