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• How Do You Make a Valid Will In Alaska?

  2021-05-18

  To be valid under Alaska law, a will must be: In writing; Signed by the testator; Witnessed and signed by two witnesses.   The requirements to make a valid will in Alaska are set forth in Alaska Stat. § 13.12.502 . Who Can Make a Valid…

• Surviving Spouse Rights Alaska

  2019-09-23

  Alaska’s surviving spouses have important rights under Alaska law, including: Intestate Rights Homestead Allowance Exempt Property Family Allowance Elective Share Opt-In Community Property Learning about widow's rights in Alaska is a key fi…

• When Does a Medicaid Recovery Claim Arise Under Alaskan Law?

  2024-01-03

  Medicaid is a joint state and federal program to provide medical services to needy individuals. The federal government pays most of the costs, with the states picking up the rest. The federal government sets forth most of the rules for runn…

• Who Are Next Of Kin In Alaska?

  2020-11-06

  The term “next of kin” in Alaska is often used synonymously with the term “heirs at law” for purposes of intestate succession, i.e., when someone dies without a valid will. Next of kin heirs in Alaska are: Surviving spouse Descendants Paren…