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How to File a Will in Cook County, IllinoisWritten by: Joel Armstrong Schoenmeyer Reputation Level 7
Posted over 3 years ago. Applies to Cook County, IL, 38 helpful votes, 0 comments
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Make CopiesIf a probate will be necessary (and even if it won't), it's a good idea to make copies of the Will for future reference before filing. You should do this WITHOUT unstapling the Will. 2
Bring Wills and a Death Certificate for the Decedent to the Daley CenterThe Daley Center is located at 50 West Washington Street in Chicago. You will be going to the 12th Floor, Room 1202. 3
Submit the WillThere are a number of different lines in Room 1202 -- one of them (line 3a) is labeled "Wills." Go to this line, and present the original Will. The clerk will ask you the decedent's date of death (which is why I suggested bringing a death certificate), and will fill out a receipt card showing that the Will was filed. You should save this card with other important legal papers. Related Questions1 Attorney answers: 
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