Ill. R. Cir. Ct. Lake Cnty. 5-3.13

As amended through September 23, 2024

Rule 5-3.13 - Closing of an Estate

Closing of an estate will not be authorized unless:

A. Receipts on the distribution or other evidence of distribution satisfactory to the Court are on file with the Court from all distributees; and

B. The legal representative has filed a verified final report, in addition to the final account. The final report shall verify that all procedures and administrative duties have been completed and that proper Notice has been given to all heirs and/or legatees who have not previously appeared and consented, and shall include a statement that:

1. all Court costs have been paid,

2. all claims filed have been satisfied or dismissed, and

3. all applicable state and federal taxes, if any, have been paid or otherwise provided for, or that the estate is not subject to death taxes.

Ill. R. Cir. Ct. Lake Cnty. 5-3.13