Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Kentucky
next of kin
if a man has only one stepdaughter and one niece who would be the legal heir.if he has no will
Asked on 5/07/09, 6:00 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Gregory Napier
Troutman & Napier, PLLC
Re: next of kin
In Kentucky, if there are no natural born or adopted children, then the next to inherit are the persons parents. If no parents, then the persons siblings inherit. If no siblings, then a spouse. If there is no spouse, then grandparents. If no grandparents, then to aunts and uncles and their descendants.
So, if it really is just the stepdaughter versus a niece - the niece wins.
There are numerous exceptions and different treatment for real estate versus personal property, so one should consult with an attorney who practices in this area.
Answered on 5/08/09, 9:16 am
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