If you’re making an estate plan in Virginia, start here. Learn how to make a will, trust, and power of attorney (POA) that are valid in your state, or get more information about estate planning and funeral laws specific to Virginia.
A will can help you protect your family and your property in Virginia.
Make a Living Trust in Virginia
Learn how to make a living trust in Virginia.
Intestate Succession in Virginia
If you die without a will in Virginia, your assets will go to your closest relatives under state intestate succession laws
Virginia Restrictions on Who Can Serve as Executor
Learn the rules about who can be your executor in Virginia.
ABLE Accounts in Virginia: A Savings Plan for People With Disabilities
Virginia's ABLE account allows individuals with disabilities to save money without jeopardizing their public benefits.
Virginia Power of Attorney Laws
A durable POA allows someone to to help you with your financial matters if you ever become incapacitated—here's how to make one in Virginia.
Probate is a court-supervised legal process that may be required after someone dies.
Probate court proceedings can be long, costly, and confusing. Learn how Virginia families can save time, money, and hassle
Virginia offers a probate shortcut for "small estates." This makes it easier for survivors to transfer property left by a person who has died.
Death With Dignity in Virginia
Virginia is considering a death with dignity bill that would allow terminally ill patients to request life-ending medication.
Burial & Cremation Laws in Virginia
Everything you need to know about burial and cremation in Virginia.
Learn the rules that govern home funerals in Virginia.