There is something called an oral declaration of trust. This might be what you are talking about. A person can technically create a trust merely...

I agree with Mr. Meng. I only add that you should gather all of your documents, lists of witnesses, and copies of any other relevant documents,...

What happens if the assets in a dynasty trust which are part of a real estate partnership are sold?

That will depend on the language of the trust instrument and the language of the partnership agreement. As for the trust, under Virginia law the...

Does a divorce paper over ride a seperation agreement?

You have not provided enough information. In no-contest or no-fault divorces, the parties enter into a separation agreement that addresses the...

How can I divorce as quickly as possible?

What indication do you have that he wants to drag it out for 2 years? If he is charging adultery, then he probably wants this over soon, as...

I am in the state of virginia and my daughter was the beneficiary of her grandmother's policy. I have full custody of my child

This depends on several factors. The guardianship statutes in Virginia were amended this year, and those statutes went into effect October 1, 2012...

We have a revocable living trust How do I do a change, and where/how do I register the change?

You should look at the Trust language to see how you amend the Trust. But you should get an attorney's assistance in amending the language to make...

What can I do if my brother is the executor of a will and refuses to pay for the probate and is selling the assets for himself?

In short, you should contact a probate attorney. I practice in Charlottesville, Virginia, but I regularly practice around the state, and I will be...

My Boyfriend father passed away recently. Variations of information on a will have been rumored. How does he find out the truth?

First, you should concentrate on finding the Will. Does anyone know the name of his father's attorney, or any attorney who he worked with in real...

My mom passed away leaving my siblings and me as co-trustees. Need to write an agreement to transfer house to me.

You will have to contact a Michigan estate planning attorney to make sure that the agreement includes the proper items, and protects everyone's...