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I don’t think the end result is problematic per de but I could see the real possibility of a timing delay. With that in mind, I would visit with them about naming a temporary guardian locally and in addition discuss the possibility of the family in Canada
being able to come state side as the transition is happening with compensation from the estate
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<blockquote type="cite">On Mar 21, 2023, at 2:36 PM, Neli Espe, J.D. - Olympic Legal <neli@olympiclegal.com> wrote:<br>
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<div class="">I have a Washington couple who want to name in their wills as guardian for their minor child the wife’s brother who lives in Canada. They say they do not have anyone else.</div>
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<div class="">It seems problematic at so many levels, but I do not find an outright prohibition in the RCWs.</div>
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<div class="">Any suggestions?</div>
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