Notice To Heirs Legatees Re Rights Independent Administration Petition To Terminate {CCP 1003}

CCP 1003A - NOTICE TO HEIRS AND LEGATEES REGARDING RIGHTS DURING INDEPENDENT ADMINISTRATION. This form is used in the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois, to inform heirs and legatees that a petition and court order have been filed granting independent administration of a decedent’s estate. Independent administration allows the appointed executor or administrator to manage and distribute the estate without direct court supervision, unless a party with legal standing requests court involvement. This notice explains that any interested person—such as an heir, legatee, creditor, or other stakeholder—has the right under Section 28-4 of the Illinois Probate Act to file a petition to terminate independent administration. Termination may be granted if there is good cause or if necessary to protect the interests of creditors or non-residuary legatees, unless the will explicitly directs otherwise. The form also informs recipients that they may petition the court to resolve specific issues during administration under Section 28-5 and outlines their rights to receive and review the estate inventory and final accounting. The notice highlights the option to demand a full court accounting if there are concerns about the handling of the estate. Per Section 28-2 of the Probate Act, this notice must be sent along with the standard notice to heirs and legatees to ensure they are fully informed of their rights and available remedies under independent administration. www.FormsWorkflow.com