Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Wisconsin

My son died at the age of 33 and now we received a check as a memorial and were unable to cash the check unless we are deemed next of kin. Is a death certificiate suffient? My son didn't have any money property...this check is cover funeral expenses


Asked on 11/30/15, 7:35 am

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JAY Nixon nixon law offices

I am very sorry for your loss. That being said, why would you, as the parents, not be the next of kin? If he was married, you probably have a big problem, since the spouse would normally be the next of kin in most circumstances.

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Answered on 12/07/15, 5:10 am


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