Category Archives: Illinois Cases & Statutes
The Illinois Intestacy Will: An Unplanned Estate Plan
Are you thinking about creating a Will, but just have not gotten around to it yet? You’re not alone. I’m going to be completely honest with you, it’s not as much fun as watching a movie or going on vacation. Procrastination can be a powerful force. Even if you’ve never thought about estate planning,… Read More »
Independent vs. Supervised Administration in Illinois (and one of many good reasons to have a Will)
Illinois probate administration comes in two flavors: (1) Independent; and (2) Supervised. Most estates are administered independently. What does this mean? Essentially it means that the court will review the opening and the closing of the estate, but unless there is some sort of dispute or a hearing is requested or additional surety bond… Read More »
Formal Proof of Will Hearings in Illinois
I recently represented a client in a formal proof of will hearing in Cook County Probate Court (Daley Center 18th Floor). This type of hearing involves bringing the (usually two) witnesses to a decedent’s Will into court to testify under oath as to the authenticity of their signatures and the circumstances surrounding the execution… Read More »