Concerns about an Agent acting under a Power of Attorney | Ryan C. Young | Richmond, Virginia Attorney

Ryan C. Young, Esq.
Concerns about an Agent acting under a Power of Attorney | Ryan C. Young | Richmond, Virginia Attorney
Are you concerned about the actions of a fiduciary acting under a Power of Attorney? There are many instances where someone will come to my office who has concerns about how another party (agent) is managing their funds or the funds of a family member (principal). Unfortunately, many times the concerns are well-founded and the agent is not living up to... Read More

Virginia Estate Administration: Where do I begin? | Ryan C. Young | Richmond, Virginia Attorney

Ryan C. Young, Esq.
Virginia Estate Administration: Where do I begin? | Ryan C. Young | Richmond, Virginia Attorney
Estate administration can seem overwhelming. Estate administration in Virginia is, at first glance, an overwhelming duty that can seem like an unduly harsh reality after the death of a family member or loved one, but there is time to grieve.  Honor your loved one first. The administration of an estate depends on the circumstances. The first question to determine is... Read More

Suit for Aid and Direction | Virginia Estate Litigation | Ryan C. Young, Richmond Attorney

Ryan C. Young, Esq.
Suit for Aid and Direction | Virginia Estate Litigation | Ryan C. Young, Richmond Attorney
Sometimes a will may include conflicting provisions or ambiguous instructions, or a codicil that was added that may contradict the body of the will. There may be uncertainty as to whether certain assets listed are part of the estate. Read More

Introduction to Probate Law in Virginia | Ryan C. Young | Richmond, Virginia | Estate Law

Ryan C. Young, Esq.
Introduction to Probate Law in Virginia | Ryan C. Young | Richmond, Virginia | Estate Law
A brief lesson on Probate Law in Virginia In Virginia, as in most states, a will must be submitted to the court for probate so that it may be declared valid. When someone dies, their personal representative cannot just walk into a bank with the will in hand and demand the money of the deceased. The personal representative must first... Read More