Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Illinois

Re: Wills

No. A will must be a written document signed and attested to in accordance with state statutes. The execution of the will can be recorded in video form. But there must be a writing.

Re: Wills

Quick rundown of the basic requirements in IL:

The testator must be at least 18 years old.

The testator must be of sound mind (capable of reasoning and making decisions) and memory.

The last will and testament must be signed by one of the following:

By the testator

In the testator�s name by some

other person in the testator�s

presence and by the testator�s direction.

The last will and testament must be attested in the presence of the testator by 2 or more credible witnesses. The witnesses should not be beneficiaries in the will.

The will must be in writing to be valid.

A will may make a disposition of property to any person. Generally, Illinois laws allow you to distribute your property to any beneficiary.