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Understanding the Term “Next of Kin”
The term “next of kin” means a person’s closest living blood relative. The term “next of kin” is synonymous with “heirs at law.” This definition is important in determining inheritance rights if a person dies intestate, which means without a will. In most cases, the next-of-kin will be a spouse or child. But if no […]
By Phillip A. Baumann | Published May 31, 2021 | Posted in Estate Planning | Tagged BaumannKangas Estate Law, next of kin, State law and next of kin, Tampa estate planning | Comments Off on Understanding the Term “Next of Kin”