How can I find out if a will was read without my knowledge?

You may have an interest in your father's estate. It is important to discuss your rights with an experienced Virginia probate lawyer. If a will...

What does "Automatic grounds for the court to reevaluate visitation"?

Normally, a party would have to show an unanticipated material change in circumstances after the last custody and visitation order was entered as a...

What can I do? my grandfather named my uncle beneficiary of his investments. Passed away, made a will, did not change beneficiar

I agree with my esteemed colleague and would encourage you to discuss all the facts with a Virginia probate lawyer to determine your prospects for...

There are various federal and state exemptions - laws that protect or exempt certain property from creditor process, so those types of properties...

Is an annulment possible after a very long estrangment?

Under Virginia Code 20-89.1, a party must file for an annulment based on lack of capacity, impotency, felony conviction, prostitution, pregnancy by...

Can the mortgage debt be listed as unsecured on Chapter 7 petition?

Bankruptcy schedules and statements are filed under penalty of perjury. A debtor must list all his or her debts and all his or her assets. Some...

I recieved court papers for civil court to collect a debt .. if I do not show up will that become a failure to appear ?

It could be cause for a contempt proceeding if you have been summoned to answer debtor interrogatories on a judgment that has already been...

What is the first step in dissolving a marriage ?

The first step in the process is to consult with a divorce lawyer or to avail yourself of the free resources available, including the publications...

It is difficult to believe any lawyer would be dumb enough to encourage a client to lie or misrepresent facts in a legal proceeding. The lawyer...

A QDRO was entered on our divorce decree in 2006. In 2017 my ex is having it served.

A Qualified Domestic Relations Order is a separate order entered in a divorce case in order to divide a retirement plan set up in accordance with...