I need to file an injunction to stop the distribution of proceeds from late husband's insurance policy. I must do this by Sept 6

It's difficult to contest a beneficiary designation in an insurance policy because the policy is not a probate asset. As a result, the probate...

When making a will

The witnesses all need to be present at the same time. Basically, everyone (the person making the Will, also known as the "testator," and the...

Administator of Estate

Unfortunately, there is no set rate for administrators and executors. The Illinois Probate Act speaks of "reasonable" compensation, which isn't...

Small estate affidavit

Anyone with knowledge of the decedent's situation can fill out a small estate affidavit. That being said, the statutory form can be a little...

IL state estate planning law IL state inheritance law

In Illinois, inheritance is based on one of two things: 1. If the person who died had a valid Will, then inheritance is based on the named...

The answer to this question depends on whether the deceased person's estate is being probated. While there are some downsides to probate, one of...

Contesting real estate purchase in IL

First of all, the videotape of dad is not a valid Will -- Illinois law requires that a Will be in writing. It is, of course, evidence of his...

IL probate law, administration of father's estate, home facing possible foreclosure

I think your concern is a valid one. You should understand that you and the other beneficiaries are under no legal obligation to contribute money...