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Q: How can I recover my belongings from an unresponsive executor after a relative's passing in Virginia?
I have items that I legally own, which were in my father-in-law's house when he passed away in Virginia. After his passing, I found that the executor of the estate, who owns the property where he lived, changed the locks and is now unresponsive to my requests for return of my belongings.... View More 
Ross Cameron Hart
answered on Jun 12, 2026
answered on Jun 12, 2026
You will likely need a lawyer to help. If you want to go it by yourself, you can file a "Warrant in Detinue" in the General District Court where the property is located. Make sure you sue the actual landlord - check the local tax assessment to make sure of his name (he may own it in a... View More
Q: What are Pine Pond Community's rules on rental and resale in MI?
I'm considering buying into the Pine Pond Community in Petoskey, Michigan. As a retired person potentially moving back to Northern Michigan, I'm concerned about the community’s rules and regulations, specifically regarding rental agreements and resale. Could you provide guidance or... View More
Kenneth V Zichi
answered on Jun 12, 2026
answered on Jun 12, 2026
This forum is for GENERAL questions. You need to get a copy of the rules in question, and if you feel you need help, contact a LOCAL attorney in that area of the state and arrange for a consultation.
You're asking the right questions, but you need to hire a local attorney to get answers.
Q: How to resolve a lien on a deceased sibling's share of property in Maryland?
I am dealing with an issue related to a property in Maryland that was meant to be shared among siblings according to a will. One of my siblings passed away 14 years ago, and his share was to be distributed among the surviving siblings. However, there is a lien in his name on the property, which is... View More
Thomas C. Valkenet
answered on Jun 12, 2026
answered on Jun 12, 2026
The nature of the lien is important, as this helps determine whether it is still "live," and for how long. The nature of its creation is also important to discern, as events may have satisfied the underlying indebtedness. Finally, if the lienholder cannot be satisfied, or if they refuse... View More
Q: How to resolve a lien on a deceased sibling's share of property in Maryland?
I am dealing with an issue related to a property in Maryland that was meant to be shared among siblings according to a will. One of my siblings passed away 14 years ago, and his share was to be distributed among the surviving siblings. However, there is a lien in his name on the property, which is... View More
Mark Oakley
answered on Jun 12, 2026
answered on Jun 12, 2026
A lawyer would need to know how the property is titled (joint tenants with right of survivorship, or tenants in common), but that is easily ascertained by looking up the deed.
Also, civil judgments are only valid for 12 years after the date they are awarded, except a judgment creditor can... View More
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Q: Is ex-wife responsible for marital debt in Florida divorce?
My son, who resides in Florida, is responding to a summons for divorce. During their marriage, he started his own business, which initially did well, but now it's struggling financially. His wife, a school teacher, moved out 10 months ago and hasn't contributed to the mortgage, HOA, or... View More
Barry W. Kaufman
answered on Jun 12, 2026
answered on Jun 12, 2026
I appreciate your concern, but you are seeking legal advice on behalf of someone else. Were an attorney to give you advice and you passed on that advice, that could arguably be construed as you practicing law without a license. That's a felony in Florida.
Rather than you asking legal... View More
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