What do I need to do to claim shares of stocks my mother owned if she died leaving no will?

It won't be easy. I assume the total value of the stock and everything else you mother had, other than real estate, is less than $50,000. That, in...

How long Does an Apartment Complex Have to Make Repairs after an Initial Move in?

First, make sure you submit a written list with EVERYTHING wrong in the apartment. do it immediately. Second, some of the things on that list...

As wife, sole beneficiary, executor of late husbands (passed on 12/10/17) estate, when and how do I proceed from here?

I am sorry for your loss. Bills aren't everything, and you may not have had to pay some of them. Hold off on paying any more if they come in...

Mother died without a will. In Georgia, but have a house in Virginia, How long do her children have to file probate.?

Mr. Farr is correct - your question is hard to follow. From what I understand she died owning real estate in Virginia; did she buy it or was it...

They can't search your apartment without your consent. If, however, they file a stolen property report the investigating officer (police...

My landlord changed my locks and donated my stuff

Your question leaves out a lot of necessary facts and words. While I could 'guess' at the facts, I won't and suggest you start over and tell a more...

My friend Mr. Farr is a lot gentler than I am. Let's assume you sue, and the judge doesn't just throw it out of court because of the statute of...

Summons to answer interrogatories

You have done the right thing: hired a lawyer. I won't second-guess his/her efforts.

Are we responsible for full repair costs of damage to a shared fence?

It sounds like what lawyers call 'Act of God' - that means that the cost is likely to be shared. As long as you weren't negligent in your 'care'...

What rights do I have if my apartment is infested with roaches?

You may want to consider a 'tenant assertion' Here is an outline I prepared about Tenant Assertions in Virginia: ...