Printable Self-Proving Affidavit Template for Illinois State

Illinois Self-Proving Affidavit Template

This document is created to comply with the State of Illinois laws regarding the creation of a self-proving affidavit, a document that can make the probate process faster and smoother by verifying the authenticity of a will without requiring in-person testimony from witnesses during probate.

Please fill out the following information accurately:

State of Illinois )
County of _______________ )

On this day, the undersigned, _______________________ (Name of Testator), of _______________________ (Address, City, State, Zip Code), and the witnesses listed below, do hereby declare in front of a notary public:

1. The Testator has declared that they are of legal age to create a will, are mentally competent, and are under no undue influence or duress.
2. The document referred to as the Testator’s Last Will and Testament, dated _______________, is fully understood, and the Testator signs it willingly.
3. The undersigned witnesses affirm that the Testator signed or acknowledged this will in their presence and that they believe the Testator to be of sound mind.
4. Each witness has signed this affidavit in the presence of the Testator and each other on _______________ (date).

Witnessed by:

1. Witness Name: _______________________
Address: _______________________
City, State, Zip: _______________________

2. Witness Name: _______________________
Address: _______________________
City, State, Zip: _______________________

Subscribed and affirmed before me on this ____ day of _______________, 20____.

Notary Public: _______________________
My Commission Expires: _______________________

This template is specifically designed to adhere to the laws governing the state of Illinois and should be reviewed by a legal professional before use to ensure compliance with current laws and personal circumstances.