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If you die without a will in Virginia, state law controls your estate. This process may produce results that do not reflect your wishes. What “intestate” means The law calls dying without a will intestate. Virginia law decides who inherits your property and who...
As a parent, you are no stranger to making decisions for your child, like what they eat, when they sleep and what school they attend. And you understand the challenges of trying to balance what they want with what you know they need. Custody decisions may be no...
Writing a will is an important part of estate planning, but that does not make it easy. You might face many hurdles when plotting out what happens after you pass away. Family dynamics, unclear wording and other issues can derail your plan and lead to potential...
Strategic planning can provide married business owners with a foundation for any transition such as a divorce. While Virginia courts oversee the equitable distribution of marital assets and debts, spouses can propose the valuation for that process. How can a business...
Nobody knows what will happen in the future, but estate planning can help you anticipate and prepare for the worst. In Virginia, an emergency estate plan gives someone you trust the power to make medical and financial decisions right away, preventing delays in your...
If you die without a valid will in Virginia, state law controls who inherits your property. The outcome may not match your personal wishes or your family’s expectations. What dying intestate means When you die without a will, you die intestate. Virginia’s intestacy...
Imagine your family trying to recover years of cherished photos or vital financial records after you pass away, only to be locked out by a screen asking for a password you never shared. For many in the tech-heavy corridor of Manassas and Arlington, their lives exist...
In Northern Virginia, trusts can offer strong protection for family assets against lawsuits, divorce or debt. Moving assets into a permanent trust shifts ownership away from an heir’s personal name. When a parent transfers assets to the trust and appoints an...
You may notice your aging parent struggling to manage their medications. Maybe you worry about your child with special needs reaching adulthood. You hear people mention guardianship and conservatorship, but you don't know which one you need. Hence, understanding these...
You can create a trust for pets as they constitute personal property under the eyes of Virginia law. With such a trust, it ensures that your animals receive the care they need after your death or incapacitation. If you are considering creating one, understanding the...