How do i become estate representative of my deceased husbands estate.

I'm sorry for your loss. There is a small estate procedure in Virginia - after 60 days have passed the money can be paid to a 'Successor" (which...

What type of damages could I receive for a breach of contract? What if there is a fraud aspect?

You question is much, much too complex for any kind of an answer on this forum. You need to consult a lawyer and take with you all papers you have...

What is my best option for getting a roofer to fix mistakes from having a new roof installed?

Sounds like you need a whole new roof. And I'll bet the guy (1) didn't get a permit and (2) isn't licensed. Consult a lawyer and have another...

Where do I find the homestead deed for real and personal property form? I'm wondering if I have to file a particular update

You can find the statutory form at 34-14 of the Code of Virginia, here: http://law.lis.virginia.gov/vacode/title34/chapter2/section34-14/ You do...

How much of a notice by law are we allowed to have on a month to month lease if we choose to vacate and not sign the a new lease

Any change to a 'month-to-month' rental usually must have a minimum 30 days notice, or a full rental period. Her 'increase' therefore is effective...

What rights do we have?

Ms. Upton is correct - if your mother's income income qualifies her for legal aid services, contact CVLAS. Some real good people there.

Can I take possession of leased property?

No, you cannot do 'self-help'. You have to go to court for an expedited eviction. This is technical enough that you really need a lawyer to...

Can I raise rent?

A lot depends on the wording of your lease - some have a '60 day' notice clause. Assuming yours is a simple 30-day notice clause, then 1) IN...

I recently fired my attorney. I felt he was a detriment to my case. He put a lien on the settlement i received. How do i resolve

I agree that if the lawyer did work on your case and develop facts, he's probably entitled to compensation. And a lien for his services on the...

you can find a lawyer here on AVVO or by going to the Virginia Academy of Elder Law Attorneys website www.vaela.org and using the 'find a lawyer'...