Do i need a real estate attorney?

Possibly. Virginia law considers surface water a 'common enemy' and landowners are entitled to channel it away from structures on their property...

What are my rights as a renter when a leak has not been fixed for over 60 days?

Mr. Paulin is correct - and consult a lawyer if you can. If you can't afford one, contact Central Virginia Legal Aid and see if your income...

Can I get out of lease if my roommates will not pay share of utilities?

Mr. Rafter is correct - you are stuck. I'd at least cut off the cable as you can live without it. You could sue daughter and boyfriend for...

Can I do something legally to make my property manager evict my noisy neighbors instead of not renewing their lease?

Practical rather than legal answer: 1) It is very hard and expensive (in legal fees) to evict for misbehavior such as noise. Proof is difficult -...

My brother died March 16th. Need Help with Mothers property.

How did she leave it? Will? If so was it probated? A 'real estate affidavit' is inconsistent with a probated will. You need a probate lawyer to...

Under what circumstances can I break a lease early?

You cannot 'break' the lease, at least not easily. The best way to handle this is to file a "Tenant's Assertion" in General District Court and pay...

Mr. Farr is correct - there are too many things to consider and the advice of a probate attorney should be sought.

I have lived with my mother for 4 years as caretaker now she's in a nursing home, medcade says the house must sold,

Counsel are correct: you need an Elder Law attorney. You can find one here on AVVO or by going to the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys...

Adding a Minor (10 year old) to my Property Deed

Mr. Valkenet asked the right question: WHY? You will totally screw up the ownership of the property if you put a 10-year old 'on the deed',...

What rights do heirs have when there is no will and one of the heirs goes astray?

"Messy Situations" need lawyers to help unravel. There's enough detail when there's no disagreement but it gets a lot worse if someone goes crazy....