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Illinois Last Will and Testament Form

An Illinois last will and testament lets a person create a legally enforceable plan for how their property will be distributed after they die. The person who creates the will is usually called the “testator,” their property an “estate,” and the people or organizations to whom it will be distributed “beneficiaries.” A change to a will is known as a “codicil.” Without a will, estates in Illinois are distributed according to its rules for intestate succession.

Laws – 755 ILCS 5 (Probate Act of 1975)

Signing Requirements (755 ILCS 5/4-3) – Wills must be in writing and signed by the testator. At least two people must witness the testator sign the will, and then sign the document themselves.