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   next of kin

   /ˌnɛkst əv ˈkɪn/

   noun

   • 1. a person's closest living relative or relatives: "the police notified the next of kin"

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   Who is a next of kin?

   • A person's next of kin ( NOK) may be that person's spouse, adopted family member or closest living blood relative. Some countries, such as the United States, have a legal definition of "next of kin".

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   What does next of kin mean in a will?

   • Generally, next of kin is a legal term that determines who inherits a person’s property or who makes funeral arrangements if you die intestate (without a will). Your permanent life insurance policy is part of your estate, but only your named beneficiaries will receive the proceeds outside of one exception.

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   Who is next of kin if a person dies?

   • Generally speaking, the next of kin will be the deceased person’s surviving spouse (i.e., husband or wife), their de facto partner or their parents. Under NSW’s Property (Relationships) Act 1984, a de facto relationship is a relationship where two adult persons, who are unmarried, live together as a couple.

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   What does next of kin mean in Ireland?

   • The Mental Health Act 1983, Section 26 replaced the traditional term next-of-kin with "nearest relative". In Ireland, the term "next of kin" does have a meaning with regard to inheritance law. If a person dies intestate, that is without leaving a will, then the rules of the Succession Act, 1965 apply.

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   4 days ago · A person's next of kin (NOK) may be that person's spouse, adopted family member or closest living blood relative. Some countries, such as the United States, have a legal definition of "next of kin". In other countries, such as the United Kingdom, "next of kin" may have no legal definition and may not necessarily refer to blood relatives at all.

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   Jul 5, 2024 · “Next of kin” refers to your closest living relative(s), typically identified by blood, marriage, or legal ties such as adoption. In legal contexts, knowing which family member is next of kin can be crucial when someone dies intestate (without a will).

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   Jul 18, 2024 · Generally speaking, the next of kin will be the deceased person’s surviving spouse (i.e., husband or wife), their de facto partner or their parents. Under NSW’s Property (Relationships) Act 1984, a de facto relationship is a relationship where two adult persons, who are unmarried, live together as a couple.

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   1 day ago · Four qualities to identify before making someone your next of kin. 1. Trustworthiness. The foremost quality to look for in a next of kin is trustworthiness. This person will potentially have access to sensitive information and be responsible for making significant decisions on your behalf. Therefore, it is essential that they are someone you ...

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   5 days ago · The term “next of kin” generally refers to a person’s closest living blood relatives, but its meaning can vary depending on legal context and state laws. For life insurance purposes, the next of kin typically comes into play when there are no named beneficiaries.

   • The named beneficiary receives the life insurance proceeds, not necessarily the next of kin.
   • The next-of-kin order generally follows: spouse, children, parents, siblings, and other blood relatives.
   • No, you can directly name a beneficiary for your life insurance policy.
   • Each state has its own variations, but the general order is followed.
   • Designate a specific beneficiary in your policy to ensure the right person receives the benefits.

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   2 days ago · The term next of kin is commonly used in legal and medical contexts to refer to a persons closest living relative or designated individual who can make decisions on their behalf in the event of an ...

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   2 days ago · Affinity (law) In law and in cultural anthropology, affinity is the kinship relationship created or that exists between two people as a result of someone's marriage. It is the relationship each party in the marriage has to the family of the other party in the marriage.