Cook County Probate Division

Category: County government office in Chicago, Illinois

Address: 50 W Washington St # 1202, Chicago, IL 60602, USA

Phone: +13126036441

Opening hours

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 8:30AM–4:30PM

Tuesday: 8:30AM–4:30PM

Wednesday: 8:30AM–4:30PM

Thursday: 8:30AM–4:30PM

Friday: 8:30AM–4:30PM

Saturday: Closed

Reviews

Jenna Gorman

Nov 12, 2021

Our appointment to get our baby his first passport was canceled by the USPS 30 minutes beforehand. I called here and I spoke to a very nice woman who simply told me to stop in anytime before 3pm CST to get him registered for his passport. She told me the copies we had to bring (drivers license (both front and back), original birth certificate and a copy), mentioned to have a checkbook ready for payments, confirmed both parents were going to attend, and asked us to bring in passport photos of our son). We did exactly what she said - "stop in to room 1202, counter 7A any time before 3pm" and it really was that easy. No lines at 11am CST and we were in and out in 30 minutes. Thank you SO much to everyone that helped make this a super seamless experience while having our baby tag along. :o)

Syed Shah

Oct 7, 2020

I went there in order to get more information about filing a motion in my civil case.

Yosef Yahuddahh Israel

Aug 17, 2020

The staff dont help!

Doc Holliday

Dec 5, 2019

The absolute worst. I drove my family to Florida from Michigan. We stayed in Macon, GA after driving 16 hours and my kids are 1 and 3. We all didn't get more than 2 hours of sleep. It was a nightmare of a night. I was caught speeding early that next morning, and I was truthful about not looking down at my speed for awhile and didn't realize how fast I was going. My ticket was $530!!!! But that's not where I have a problem. The officer says you need to go to this website on the ticket (he circles it) and ask for a reduction of the fine since it will be a big one. I go to the site to ask for a reduction, and write a nice letter about how we like driving through Georgia on our way to Florida. I get an e-mail back 2 weeks later saying I now owe AN EXTRA $200 now a COMBINED $730. The woman at Cook County tells me they don't reduce fines so it was a miscommunication between me and the officer. No, it was a point blank understanding. This officer was straightforward about it and even circled it and said "a reduction for the fine". Now, because I listened to his advice I pay an extra $200 in "Court Costs". How ridiculous is this? On top of that, he wrote me for a 94 in a 70, and in section 2 of the ticket he classifies it for 26-35 mph over which is wrong - - - it's 24mph over (94-70). The woman on the phone tells me the classification doesn't determine the fine (okay? the ticket is still flawed). Either way, asking for a reduction will ONLY make costs go up. This is the lesson here, and also don't listen to any Cook County cops. Don't ask for a reduction, and don't listen to the cops there. Yes, I was in the wrong for speeding, but like my fellow friends that are cops here in Michigan, it happens! I admitted I was wrong for speeding, but was shown no leniency despite my record. Things are screwed up in Georgia with the outrageous costs by their government. We will be indeed flying next time, you won't get any of my tourist money this time. - From a hard working family in Michigan.

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Questions & Answers

How do I get a copy of a will and is there form that needs to be filed for this request? If so where can I get the form? Where do I send the reques,t for I now live out of state

Tom Campbell | Oct 2, 2019
Victoria Duda | Oct 1, 2021

I believe you can look up wills filed on the Cook County Clerk of Court website but I don't know if you can order a copy there. I know that if you need a certified copy of a will (raised seal) you must go to the office (50 W. Washington, Suite 1202, Chicago). I am not sure if you have to pay for them to copy a certified will or if it is free? I think their copy fees are like $2.00 for first page, $.50 for pages 2- 20 and $.25 for page 21 and beyond. (These fees may only apply if you need a regular copy of a will or other records.) I need a certified copy of a will so I made sure I knew what I had to do to avoid any miscommunications.

I need to file a will and obtain a certified copy of it.

Gerald Venkus | Oct 1, 2020
Victoria Duda | Oct 1, 2021

In addition to the main Cook County Clerk of Court office downtown Chicago, you can file a will at any Cook County Circuit Court Municipal District (Bridgeview, Rolling Meadows, Maywood, Skokie, Markham). You can only receive a CERTIFIED copy of a will by going to the main office (50 W. Washington, Suite 1202, Chicago)

How can I leave my child my home without them having to go through probate and pay taxes?

Pamela Harris | Oct 1, 2021
Anne Willmore | Sep 24, 2022

File a "Transfer on Death Instrument" (TODI). It's new to Illinois as of a few years ago, and it's brilliant and EASY. You retain full ownership of your home until your time comes. Then whoever you name just claims it with another easy filing.

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Is there a fee for filing a will and how much does it cost?

Clara Harmon | Oct 1, 2021
Victoria Duda | Oct 1, 2021

Filing a will is free.

Do I need to make an appointment to file a will

Edward Grossman | Oct 1, 2021
Syed Shah | Oct 1, 2021

You may call them and may ask for the appointment. You may also, personally visit the place for that purpose.

How long does estate probate take

Matt Kramer | Oct 1, 2020
Nancy Novit | Oct 1, 2020

Tariq Loufti is well known in Probate. Usually a can of worms.

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how do i file for a probate court date.?

Cornell Sanders | May 4, 2022
Tiara Hodges | May 4, 2022

You have to fill out paperwork and depending on what you need a lawyer will have to assist you.

How do I obtain a small estate affidavit

mary backman | Oct 1, 2021
Victoria Duda | Oct 1, 2021

You can download it on the Cook Conuty Clerk of Court website "probate forms" area. I believe it is form CCP0608.

Can you get your past port ?

Toni Dillon | Oct 1, 2021
Victoria Duda | Oct 1, 2021

I downloaded forms online and took them to my local Post Office (must make an appointment). You also need a passport photo which you can get at Walmart for maybe $7.00? If you want to get your photo taken at the Post Office, it is $15.00.

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How do I get a copy of a will. I have the case number.

Christina B | Oct 1, 2021
mario sanchez | Oct 1, 2021

Just come in and request one at room 1202.

Can a sibling get records of guardian ship.

Denise White | Oct 1, 2021
Eleanora Porter | Oct 1, 2021

I believe so

Can a will be filed in Skokie?

robert bell | Oct 1, 2020
Victoria Duda | Oct 1, 2021

Yes, downtown office as well as any of the Municipal Districts.

How do I find out if probate has actually been opened by someone?

Vee Worthy | Oct 1, 2020
Dr3ad_Ang3l | Oct 1, 2020

I went for traffic court, and they just have you set up zoom, and give you the details for it the room you need depending on you court date and time.

After a “Will” is filed, how long till it’s made public? What does one do to see it?

A Google User | Oct 1, 2020
Nancy Novit | Oct 1, 2020

If its filed, its public. You will need to file an Appearance in the matter.

How do I file a will in Cook County

Cecilia Burke | Oct 2, 2019
David Allen | Oct 2, 2019

Come down to the Daley Center and go to Room 1202. That's the probate division. That's where file Wills.

I want to add a plenary guardian to my sister, a disabled person, what do i need to do?

Fanny Urquiza | Oct 2, 2019
Chastity Joiner | Oct 2, 2019

If she is a minor. Guardianship on the 10 floor of George w Dunn building 69 w Washington. If she a adult 7 floor but need appointment for 7 th floor

Can I get an electronic petition form for the resignation of a co-executor of an estate? Can it be filed electronically? How long does it take to process it?

Melody Camp | Oct 2, 2019
Katrina Alexander | Oct 2, 2019

Check Cookcounty.org. look for the probate section on the website. My understanding is all petitions have to be filed electronically except annual reports.

What actions do I need to take to claim checking and saving account balances from my deceased parents account? My name is on the account as beneficiary, however, the bank told me they don’t recognize a beneficiary on a checking account.

Tyronia Logan | Oct 2, 2019
E Mehok | Oct 2, 2019

You need to consult an attorney. Not Google

How late can I file an affidavit?

Justin Lake | Oct 2, 2019
mario sanchez | Oct 2, 2019

Up to the date of the closing of an estate.

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