When a loved one passes away, someone must handle the duties of administering the decedent's estate. The procedure in Virginia differs from other states. Understanding the local probate process can make the difference between drawn-out or efficient proceedings. The...
Understanding the probate process when there is a will
Probate refers to the administration and distribution of a decedent's estate. The will outlines who gets which assets, and there is a process by which this occurs. The person who administers the estate is the executor, and this individual has numerous duties to...