Delaware Series LLC: Frequently Asked Questions
Feb 20, 2026
A quick guide to using the Delaware Series LLC for Virginia Business Law and Estate Planning Purposes. 1. What is a Delaware Series LLC and how does it work? A Delaware Series LLC is a unique business...
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VIRGINIA TRUSTS AND THE STATUTE OF FRAUDS
Aug 14, 2025
Under Virginia law, the interaction between trusts—particularly express or equitable trusts involving real estate—and the Statute of Frauds presents a nuanced legal landscape. Below is a summary of th...
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When Transfer on Death Deeds Backfire
May 21, 2025
This guide describes the problems that can arise when improperly using Transfer on Death Deeds as a substitute for a Trust or Will in the context of a Wall Street Journal Article dealing with the subj...
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Understanding Section 64.2-454.1: Will Contest; Presumption of Undue Influence
Jan 20, 2025
Estate planning is a crucial aspect of ensuring that your assets are distributed according to your wishes after your passing. However, disputes can arise, particularly regarding the validity of a will...
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The Role of the Trust Protector in Virginia Estate Planning
Jan 03, 2025
Having practiced Trust and Estates law for nearly 15 years, I have seen my share of the conflicts and difficulties that can arise when a Trust is poorly written or simply unsuited to changing tax or o...
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The Corporate Transparency Act: A Call to Clarity and Compliance
Sep 17, 2024
This guide provides insight into insight regarding compliance with the Corporate Transparency Act, which is mandatory for LLC's by the end of 2024. Introduction In the labyrinthine world of modern bus...
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On My friend Noah Peters National Rifle Association v. Vullo (2024)
Aug 28, 2024
In a note unrelated to my usual legal business, but important to the Republic and involving one of my oldest friends from UVA Law Noah Peters, an Avvo peer endorser by the way. I'll note here that his...
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The Perils and Potential of Irrevocable Trusts in Medicaid and Estate Planning in Virginia
Aug 28, 2024
A guide to Issues involved in the intersection of Irrevocable Trusts and the IRS's 121 Exclusion for sale of a Primary Residence. The Perils and Potential of Irrevocable Trusts in Medicaid and Estate ...
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