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Who is next of kin to a unmarried person?
Their parents or other family members would be their next of kin.
Does next of kin have rights over estate over unmarried partner?
In a case of no will, the next of kin has priority. Unless there is a will, the unmarried partner will not have any rights.
Who is the widowers next of kin would it be the widow?
Not necessarily. If the widower is unmarried, and has no children, but has parents or siblings that are still living - then they are the next of kin
Who are the legal heirs of an unmarried woman?
Her heirs would be her next of kin or whoever she names in any will.
Is a step daughter next of kin to step mother?
Whether or not a step daughter is next of kin depends on a variety of factors. If there are no other closer relatives, then it could be the case.
Are the decedents minor children and fiance considered to be the next of kin?
No. Although next of kin is an inexact term depending on the context, a fiance is not next of kin. An unmarried adult's (who has minor children) children and parents would be considered next of kin. See related question link. A fiance would have no legal rights unless the decedent had executed a document granting legal authority.
Does a brother take precedence as next of kin over a defacto who is separated from partner and they have 4 children?
In most jurisdictions in the US, the spouse is the next of kin unless there is a legal divorce. After the spouse, the children are next of kin; only after them come the brothers and sisters.
Who is next of kin mother sister son when father dies?
If you are speaking of the relative or relatives entitled to share in your property if you die intestate (without a will) then if you are unmarried your parents are your next of kin. If they were deceased then your sister would be your next of kin. In another sense they are all your next of kin. See related question link.
In English law who are the next of kin of a divorced man his parents or his daughters and son?
The children of an unmarried decedent are his legal next of kin. You can check the laws of intestacy in the UK at the link provided below. On the first page look for the link at the bottom that will open a chart.
Who is your sisters next of kin if both parents are dead?
If both parents are dead, the next of kin for your sister would typically be determined by the laws of intestacy in your jurisdiction. This generally means that her next of kin would likely be her closest living blood relatives, such as siblings, grandparents, or aunts/uncles. If there are no living relatives, the next of kin may be determined by a legal guardian or appointed representative.
When was The Next of Kin created?
The Next of Kin was created in 1942.
Who is next of kin when dad has no wife the children or his mother?
The children would be the next-of-kin, or more correctly his heirs at law, for purposes of inheritance. The mother would be next-of-kin if he was unmarried and childless. If he was seriously injured and cannot speak for himself and the children are minors his mother would likely be considered his next of kin. She would be favored by the court for appointment as his guardian. He may list either as beneficiaries of his property (estate) in his will, and it can be contested by either party in probate court. See related question.
