In a nutshell, acid mine drainage is a form of water pollution that happens when rain, runoff, or streams come in contact with rock that is rich in sulfur. As a result, the water becomes very acidic and damages downstream aquatic ecosystems. In some regions it is the most common form of stream and river pollution.
Probate in Washington typically takes six months to a year, depending on some choices the executor makes (discussed below). It can take much longer there is a court fight over the will (which is rare) or unusual assets or debts that complicate matters. Unless there is a dispute, it's mainly a matter of filing paperwork.
To get the tax credit for your adoption expenses, you must file form 8839. When you have paid adoption-related expenses in a year that an adoption does not become final, you must wait one year before claiming the expense on Form 8839. For example, if you paid fees in 2009, you may claim them for the 2010 tax year.