Since 2015, Karen Fortier has been designated a "Super Lawyer" in Virginia Probate and Trusts and Estates. This is an honor given to less than 5% of all attorneys. It is awarded through a nomination and rigorous review process conducted by a highly respected national legal publishing company. For details, see www.
This designation represents an acknowledgement of the quality of service and integrity of her office as seen through her clients' and colleagues' eyes. Why is it so important to have a last Will and Testament? Most adults know that if someone dies without a will, the law says who will get the assets.
This designation represents an acknowledgement of the quality of service and integrity of her office as seen through her clients' and colleagues' eyes. Why is it so important to have a last Will and Testament? Most adults know that if someone dies without a will, the law says who will get the assets.
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Since 2015, Karen Fortier has been designated a "Super Lawyer" in Virginia Probate and Trusts and Estates. This is an honor given to less than 5% of all attorneys. It is awarded through a nomination and rigorous review process conducted by a highly respected national legal publishing company. For details, see www.
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Why is it so important to have a last Will and Testament? Most adults know that if someone dies without a will, the law says who will get the assets. The law sets out the manner in which an Estate will be divided afterthe decedent's debts and taxes have been paid. The law also provides that a creditor can be appointed to administer the Estate.
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If you die owning assets that are to pass to people according to the terms of your Will, your named executor probably needs to call the Probate office and talk to the clerk about what should be taken to the courthouse in order for the Will to be recorded (or "probated"). Sometimes all that needs to be done is to record the Will and a List of Heirs.
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Elder law is not just for the elderly and it is not just one narrow area of the law. It is true that the inquiries we receive about "elder law" usually do involve concerns about an elderly loved one who seems to be having some problems. But we see it as a combination of family law, contracts, asset protection, nursing home rules, insurance and public benefits law, health care and many other issues.
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A. Generally speaking, if the Will is valid and you can serve, it could be extremely difficult and costly for someone to try to prevent you from being appointed. There are circumstances in which a named Executor will not end up serving as such, and we certainly can discuss this with you if there is concern.
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