Be VERY careful when preparing your own legal documents! Here is an example of a notary area: STATE OF ILLINOIS ) ...

Do we need a probate lawyer.for our moms property if there is no will.

If there is no will and you plan to keep the home and no other assets require probate, the heirs own the property now without probate.

How do I obtain funds from a RetireGuard account if there is no will?

It will be important for you to first find more details, such as whether he named a beneficiary. That will help answer your question about whether...

How to reinstate corporation

You can set up a new corporation if the name is available. As always, check all tax matters with your tax advisor in advance of taking any action....

Typically, six months after you receive notice of probate. If no probate has been initiated in court, two years. There may be exceptions if fraud...

Is there any benefit to having your home in a Land Trust instead of your own name in the state of Illinois?

Advantages can include secrecy of ownership, ease of transferring ownership after death, possible avoidance of consequences of surviving spouse's...

Is there anything we can do or is my sister really entitled to his entire estate even there was a will?

I recommend that you discuss options with a probate litigation attorney. Ask him or her to review the underlying documents, check for filing of a...

Im the oldest, so who actually has more right to the properties?

It's a good idea to consult with an attorney to discuss and resolve issues

I'm told I should transfer my condo to an existing trust to avoid probate on my death. Is this a good idea? How do I do it?

It is a good idea to have a will, living trust and other estate planning documents prepared by an Illinois lawyer. The lawyer who prepares your...

How do I transfer a house to my name if both of my parents passed away and both are on the title?

If you live in Illinois and are the only surviving heir, you own the house and need to do nothing. If you sell the home within two years of the...