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The Estate & Elder Law Center of Central Virginia - Lynchburg Robert W. Haley CELA, CAP | Lynchburg, VA | Certified Estate and Elder Law Attorney

The family home may hold decades of memories, but it can also create complicated decisions after someone passes away.Who...
10/26/2026

The family home may hold decades of memories, but it can also create complicated decisions after someone passes away.

Who wants to keep it? Who can afford the expenses? What happens if one child wants to sell and another does not?

Estate planning can address more than who inherits property. It can help provide a plan for what happens next.

Lynchburg: 434-595-5229

Nancy and Alyssa are both running in the Marine Corps Marathon!! I’m keeping up with them on an app!!
10/25/2026

Nancy and Alyssa are both running in the Marine Corps Marathon!! I’m keeping up with them on an app!!

Turning 18 changes more than you might realize.Once your child becomes a legal adult, parents may no longer automaticall...
10/23/2026

Turning 18 changes more than you might realize.

Once your child becomes a legal adult, parents may no longer automatically have authority to make medical or financial decisions for them.

That can matter during an emergency, while they are away at college, or anytime they are unable to handle something themselves.

A few basic legal documents can help families prepare for situations they hope never happen.

Lynchburg: 434-595-5229

You know who gets the house. But who gets the dog?Pets cannot inherit money or property directly, but your estate plan c...
10/21/2026

You know who gets the house. But who gets the dog?

Pets cannot inherit money or property directly, but your estate plan can include instructions for who should care for them and how their care should be handled.

For many people, pets are family. They deserve to be part of the plan too.

Lynchburg: 434-595-5229

You named someone as your agent, executor, or medical decision-maker.But do they know?These roles can come with signific...
10/19/2026

You named someone as your agent, executor, or medical decision-maker.

But do they know?

These roles can come with significant responsibility, and finding out during an emergency is not ideal.

A conversation today can help the person you chose understand where documents are located, who to contact, and what your wishes are before they ever need to step into that role.

Lynchburg: 434-595-5229

Your estate may include more than a house, bank accounts and personal belongings.What happens to your photos in the clou...
10/16/2026

Your estate may include more than a house, bank accounts and personal belongings.

What happens to your photos in the cloud? Your social media accounts? Online subscriptions? Digital files? Password-protected accounts?

For many families, figuring out someone’s digital life can become one more challenge during an already difficult time.

Including digital assets and access instructions in your planning can make things much easier for the people handling your affairs.

Lynchburg: 434-595-5229

We believe clients shouldn't hesitate to reach out to their attorney because they're worried about the clock. With fixed...
09/30/2026

We believe clients shouldn't hesitate to reach out to their attorney because they're worried about the clock. With fixed fees, clients know the cost from the beginning and can focus on getting the counsel they need.

It's part of our commitment to provide personal attention and build relationships that go beyond legal representation.

Have questions or ready to schedule a consultation?
Give our office a call. We’re happy to help.

Lynchburg: 434-595-5229

Keeping your finances private doesn’t mean leaving your family without direction.Your loved ones don’t need access to ev...
09/28/2026

Keeping your finances private doesn’t mean leaving your family without direction.

Your loved ones don’t need access to every account or know every balance. But they should know a few important things:

-Where your estate planning documents are stored.
-Who your attorney, financial advisor, or other key contacts are.
-Who you’ve named as Power of Attorney, Executor, or Trustee.
-Where to find information about important accounts, insurance policies, and property.

Estate planning can help you keep your financial information private while still making sure the right people know what to do when the time comes.

Lynchburg: 434-595-5229

Moving in with a parent can happen for many reasons. A loss in the family, changing needs, finances, or simply wanting t...
09/26/2026

Moving in with a parent can happen for many reasons. A loss in the family, changing needs, finances, or simply wanting to be closer can all lead families to share a home.

But combining households can bring legal and financial considerations that are easy to overlook, from shared expenses and caregiving responsibilities to what happens to the home later.

Make the move with a clear understanding of what it could mean. Contact our office to discuss your family’s situation.
Lynchburg: 434-595-5229

As parents get older, adult children often become more involved in important matters. But being their son or daughter do...
09/24/2026

As parents get older, adult children often become more involved in important matters. But being their son or daughter doesn't automatically give you the legal authority to act on their behalf.

Documents such as powers of attorney and advance medical directives can determine who is authorized to step in when needed.

Before you step in on a parent’s behalf, make sure you understand what you’re legally able to do.

Call our office to learn more.
Lynchburg: 434-595-5229

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