Next of kin is a term used in legal situation and/or relating to accidents, tragedies, crises, such as disease, violence or death.

Next of kin means close family or in some cases also close friends. The term is used also in relation to questions of inheritance, etc.

To be next of kin or relatives in cases of serious illness, violent assault or death can be difficult and some sort of professional help can be needed.

Keynote speakers on next of kin and relatives takes a closer look at these matters.