Alternatives to Probate in Illinois

Article written by Illinois Attorney Kevin O’Flaherty

In this article, we explain alternatives to probate in Illinois. We explain Illinois Small Estate Affidavits, summary administration of Illinois estates, and using a Bond in Lieu of Probate to administer an estate. We also answer the questions: “what is probate?”, “when is probate required in Illinois?”

What is Probate?

Probate is a court case that is sometimes necessary to give the administrator of a deceased person’s (known as the “decedent”) estate…