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No. The law decides who qualifies as your next-of-kin. You can execute documents that give someone the power to make decisions for you: Durable Power of Attorney and Medical Power of Attorney.
See the related question below for a discussion on next-of-kin.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 14y agoNo. They cannot be your next of kin unless you are legally married. If not legally married, you must consult with an attorney who can explain how you can execute legal documents that will give life partners the legal power to make decisions for each other when that becomes necessary. You should do it ASAP.
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∙ 13y agoYour next of kin is determined by law. They are the people who would inherit your property if you die intestate. The only changes you can make are changes made by marriage.
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You have never been someones next of kin what do you do?
You cannot do anything about it. There are some countries which may appoint you next of kin. In other cases it is up to the individual to appoint you, however they cannot force you niether can you force them.
Definition of next of kin Australia?
In Australia, next of kin means someone that is related to someone else. For example, a woman's children would be her next of kin.
Can the administrator be next of kin?
Yes. Someone who is next-of-kin is qualified to serve as Administrator and can request appointment.
Who is next of kin for a child whose mother has died?
The child's father. If the father is not available, a brother or sister over the age of 18 can act as next of kin in most states. Lacking a viable guardian, the court may appoint one.
What if someone has no will?
Then all of their belongings and assets will go to their next of kin.
If the executor of a will dies would that person's next of kin automatically become the executor?
No. If the executor dies the court must appoint a new executor.
When was The Next of Kin created?
"The Next of Kin" was created in 1942.
Is it legal to change the address of someone who dies if you are next a kin?
Not if you are the fiduciary of the estate.
What happens to property when someone dies with no next of kin?
Typically property that cannot be claimed by kin when someone dies goes to the government. If money is owed on the house it is given to the bank.
What are next of kin laws in Texas?
what is the rights of next of kin
What is mean by next of kin?
Next of kin means a person's nearest relative. Kin = family.
What happens if the executor of an estate refuses their position and makes the next of kin executor?
Happens all the time. No big deal. The executor, whomever it is, fulfills the duties are required by law. And if no one 'wants' to be the executor, the court will appoint someone to do it, usually an attorney or a bank.
