How do my sister and I secure our interests in a property since our father is deceased

You definitely need counsel for all the very good reasons detailed. As an aside, I note that if there is a proper recordation showing that the...

Three people on deed too home.how do we get one person off if willing too sign off,or is incompassitiated.???

Even if someone is willing to gift their interest in real estate to other joint owners they cannot simply "sign off" from the obligation for a debt...

Can a next of kin become administrator of an estate

There is a statute that governs who can be appointed in the absence of a will. Generally it prefers heirs (blood relatives of a decedent) but in...

How can I change my name in the state of Virginia with a same sex marriage certificate?

Congratulations on your nuptials! I agree with counsel and would direct you to the attached Circuit Court form.

I have a disabled child who will be 18 soon. What court and what form would I need to file for guardianship. Not self supporting

I would generally agree with counsel but will add that the court can order a limited guardianship and conservatorship that would carve out areas in...

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Myfather in law passes away 4 years ago and it has been a mess with his realestate. He had 47 acres of farm land with a house..

Land locked means that there is no means for entering or exiting a parcel of land. It is not clear from your question whether this is a relevant...

Does the estate pay for (or partially help pay for) moving property from the deceased's residence to another other location?

I agree with counsel. I would add that what seems appropriate and reasonable varies depending on the cost. A $25 FedEx fee for insuring and...

Time of death

As to question #1, the rule in Virginia is that your heirs have priority in making your final arrangements. Generally, an adult child is higher...

Lack of probate/administrator and pension assignment

It may be true that an executor is not appointed but that assets can be transferred in accordance with the Small Estate Act. If she is asking you...

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Without a will is my fathers wife entitled to everything leaving me and my brother nothing

If he is a Virginia resident your father's estate (anything in his name only) must be shared with you. Per Virginia Code Section 64.1-1 the estate...