While the executor isn't explaining 'why' very well, they are being prudent. The general rule is that estates shouldn't be distributed for a year...

Cutting of trees is something you can be paid for - but the law in the Virginia Code is technical and requires some special steps to be taken. ...

you asked this question twice - and we've moved it to probate as the more appropriate area of law. See my answer to the first time you asked - it...

YOU NEED A LAWYER AT ONCE. Your husband cannot, under normal circumstances, disinherit you - you are entitled to a certain minimum amount of the...

I disagree with the answer suggesting 'opening a probate case' - that could be unnecessarily expensive - a real estate affidavit (see Virginia Code...

I am sorry for your loss. From the limited facts you may be about to make a foolish decision. First, it is clear you don't understand the law...

In Virginia it is a crime to conceal a will. It should be probated (recorded) at the courthouse of the jurisdiction where the decedents were...

Appraisers are licensed in Virginia through DPOR - here: https://www.dpor.virginia.gov/ If you feel that strongly, you can file a complaint...

There's a difference between being SUED and being SERVED with a lawsuit. From your facts, it seems that your mother has something belonging to...

There is not enough information to answer the question. And you need to see an experienced probate or real estate lawyer and review ALL relevant...