2007-02-20 17:59:39 · 6 answers · asked by Jennifer D 1 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Genealogy
It would be your adopted mom. In the eyes of the law, she is your "real" mom because your biological mom relinquished any and all rights to you.
2007-02-20 23:43:32 · answer #1 · answered by HSK's mama 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
In order for an adoption to occur, the rights of the parent are fully and completely terminated, and an adopted child or parent then has all the same legal rights (and responsibities) as if they were biological. If and when you have a husband or children, they then become your legal next of kin.
Of course, if you choose to make a valid will, that takes precedence. You can identify who your choice is, regarding any estate you might have. Even if you are single and do not have property, depending on where you work, there might be life insurance benefits. A beneficiary should be indicated on that policy.
Reminds me that me and hubby need to sit down and make out our wills.
2007-02-20 18:18:50 · answer #2 · answered by wendy c 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Your adopted mom is your mother as far as the legal system is concerned.
2007-02-20 18:07:43 · answer #3 · answered by DelK 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't have any clue how old you are, but if you don't own property then you have no estate to speak of. In addition, if you marry, then whatever you have reverts to your spouse upon your demise. If you are an adult and own property, then my suggestion is that ou make out a will.
2007-02-20 18:08:05 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
adopted mom
2007-02-20 18:07:36 · answer #5 · answered by aamirtaj 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
WITHOUT A WILL NEXT OF KIN WOULD BE YOUR CHILDREN OR YOUR LEGAL GUARDIAN
2007-02-20 18:42:34 · answer #6 · answered by lma 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋