Petition For Probate Of Will And For Letters Testamentary {CCP 0315}

CCP 0315 - PETITION FOR PROBATE OF WILL AND FOR LETTERS TESTAMENTARY. This form is used in the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois, to formally initiate the probate process for a deceased individual who left a valid will. This petition is typically filed by a person named in the will as the executor and requests that the court admit the will to probate and issue Letters Testamentary, which grant the petitioner legal authority to act as the estate's personal representative. The form requires key information, including the decedent’s personal details, date and place of death, the approximate value of the estate’s real and personal property, and a list of all heirs and legatees with their contact information and legal status (such as minor or disabled). It also confirms that the named executor is legally qualified to serve. The petitioner may request either independent or supervised administration of the estate, depending on the complexity and circumstances. www.FormsWorkflow.com