There are many reasons to create a trust. You probably have family members you want to provide for or you want to spare your family a lengthy period in probate. You may even know who you want as your trustee. Perhaps you wish to name a son or daughter. However,...
Wills
Intestate succession in Virginia
If you are like many people in Virginia (and throughout the rest of the U.S., for that matter), then you likely have yet to begin the process of planning out your estate. Your reasons may be due to you not wanting to upset any potential beneficiaries. You may think it...
What are the guidelines for writing a will?
Many people decide to set up a will in order to protect their estate and ensure that their loved ones receive the support they need down the road. However, there are many issues to take into consideration when it comes to creating a will and you need to understand the...
What you might expect if you die without a will
A will is one of the most common legal documents around. It serves the very useful purpose for the will's maker of expressing clearly to the state and to potential heirs how an estate should be handled upon the author's death.Many would likely agree that a will is...
WHAT HAPPENS IF I DON’T HAVE A WILL?
I have had many people ask me - what happens if I don't have a Will? Well, the simple answer is that your assets will pass per the intestate law in Virginia, which is found in Virginia Code 64.2-200 and 64.2-201.What that code section states is the following order of...