Naperville, IL asked in Estate Planning for Illinois

Q: How do I obtain an Executor of Estate for my sister who passed away 6 years ago? There was no will.

I need an Executor of Estate for my sister who passed away 6 years ago. Need to obtain a car title that has been lost for her car. State of Illinois requires an Executor of Estate in order to obtain a new title. I only have death certificate. She had no will.

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Dennis Delman
Dennis Delman
Answered
  • Estate Planning Lawyer
  • Skokie, IL
  • Licensed in Illinois

A: you do not need to file a probated estate or select an executor. you do need to prepare a small estate affidavit,with a copy of the death certificate and file with the secretary of state

Ray Choudhry
Ray Choudhry
Answered
  • Estate Planning Lawyer
  • Moline, IL
  • Licensed in Illinois

A: This is document you need:

https://www.cyberdriveillinois.com/publications/pdf_publications/rtopr31.pdf

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