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Death Claims

The loss of a loved one places a tremendous emotional burden on the surviving family members. That's why we've made our life insurance claim service quick and straightforward. We'll tell you what options you have for the proceeds and the steps you need to take.

Report the Death
Complete and submit the Report of Insured's Death form located on the Customer Center, Universal Life Insurance homepage or notify your Northwestern Mutual Financial Network Representative. You will receive a Beneficiary's Guide. The guide will show you how to get your claim processed and approved. All the forms contained in the guide should be completed by the beneficiary, the beneficiary's representative, or your Financial Representative.

Policy Proceeds
Proceeds are payable to the beneficiary upon the death of the person insured under the life insurance contract.

Beneficiaries can receive proceeds as follows:

  • The beneficiary receives the proceeds in a single check, when the benefit is less than $20,000.

Additional information for planning your future is available in the booklet, A Guide for the Future.

Download "A Guide for the Future" (98 k)