Smith Strong Legal Library About Issues Related to Family Law

We love to help educate our clients about their options when it comes to divorce and family law in Virginia. We have created this online article library as a way to empower our clients and give them the tools they need to be an active, informed decision maker in their legal matters.

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Exception to the Rule: When Will Does Not Require a Signature in Virginia
Article discusses When Will Does Not Require a Signature in Virginia. Call Smith Strong for help. 804-325-1245 (Richmond) 757-941-4298 (Williamsburg).
The Benefit of Unwed Couples to Owning Homes
Article discusses unwed couples owning homes. Call Smith Strong for help. 804-325-1245 (Richmond) 757-941-4298 (Williamsburg).
How Duress and Undue Influence Affects the Execution of Wills
Two court cases reveal how a will created under duress or undue influence affects the execution of an estate to its beneficiaries.
Representing Clients with Diminished or Decreased Capacity
When representing individuals with decreased mental capacity, lawyers are ethically bound to act in the client's best interest, an a neutral third party.
Presumption of Undue Influence
A legal explanation of undue influence, with a case example. Smith Strong helps in these matters: call 804.325.1245 (Richmond) or 757.941.4298 (Williamsburg)
The Importance of Naming the Correct Defendant in Virginia
This court case provides an example of the importance of naming parties correctly in will and trust administration. Smith Strong can help: 804.325.1245.
Undue Influence Claim in Virginia
Example of an undue influence case in Virginia, and how the estate litigation in the matter ended. Call 804.325.1245 for help with estate planning litigation.
Taking on Financial Abuse of Elders in Estate Litigation
Financial abuse of the elderly occurs in families with any number of assets, and occurs frequently. Smith Strong has experience protecting the elderly.