[WSBAPT] "Marriage" for intestacy and DPOA question

[Suzanne Lieberman]

Good morning,

So are there ever any circumstances under which a life partner can be
considered a spouse for purposes of inheriting under WA's intestacy laws?
First PC was together with SO for 35 years and they had an informal
marriage ceremony and held everything jointly. Second PC was together with
SO for 19 years and they held everything jointly.

Also, can a DPOA be used for an heir living abroad to sign waivers for
opening probate, for transferring title to deeds from the estate, and for
disclaimers of assets? Sister of decedent is coming to the States for a few
weeks and wants to use a DPOA for her mother to handle probate matters for
her father. Or does the mom need to sign everything herself? She is elderly
and living in Poland.

Sincerely,

Suzanne Lieberman
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