Under Section 64.2-511 of the Code of Virginia, a named executor has certain limited powers prior to qualification, including the power to preserve...

Lawyers reopen divorce cases with a Motion to Reinstate and an Order to Reinstate. The moving party must allege good cause to reopen. As the...

I agree with Mr. Farr's answer and would add that a will does not have to be probated in every case, probate of a will solely to pass title to real...

Well-drafted property settlement agreements typically include a provision dealing with modification. The most common provision allows for...

If a Virginia resident dies intestate, his or her real estate "drops like a stone" into the names of his or her heirs at law, unless it is held in...

A 30 year sentence for a felony conviction would be served in prison, not jail. Sometimes, felons or convicts are held temporarily in local county...

No, she cannot stop you without a court order. Under Virginia Code Section 20-107.3(B), "For the purposes of this section only, both parties shall...

I have changed the practice area from "Divorce" to "Child Support". Child support is paid for the benefit of the child. The parents cannot...

You do not indicate why the QDRO must be modified. Retirement is an event contemplated by a QDRO, and any changes would be effected by the plan...

I changed the practice area from "Probate" to "Power of Attorney". Unfortunately, this situation happens frequently, although it is not likely...