Ill. R. Cir. Ct. Lake Cnty. 5-3.02

As amended through September 23, 2024

Rule 5-3.02 - Bonds: Personal Sureties

A. If a bond with personal sureties is proffered, it must be accompanied by:

1. A Petition, verified by the representative, stating:

a. the gross value of the personal estate, excluding real estate, but including the income derived therefrom, if any,

b. The estimated monthly maintenance expenses for the ward,

c. The estimated amount of claims and taxes, and

d. Whether the adult heirs or legatees or the nearest relatives of a ward approve the bond, with their approvals attached, and

2. A schedule of the property and net worth of each proposed surety, executed under oath by the proposed surety, unless the filing of a schedule is excused by the Court upon the consent of all heirs and/or legatees in a decedent's estate or upon good cause shown in a ward's estate.

B. If the proffered bond is approved by the Court, the Petition and the schedules shall be filed with and become a part of the bond. The personal representative or his attorney, within seven days, shall mail copies of the Petition, bond, and schedules to each heir, legatee or nearest relative, as the case may be, except to those whose approval is on file. Proof of mailing shall be filed with the clerk.

Ill. R. Cir. Ct. Lake Cnty. 5-3.02