Make a Will in Chicago, Illinois
With a large population and varied family situations, Chicagoans benefit from having a clear estate plan.
Online will creation tools make the process efficient without a traditional attorney.
Illinois accepts online-created wills if signing requirements are met under state law.
Create Your Will in Chicago
Protect your loved ones with an online will.
Frequently asked questions
Answers to your questions
Do I need a will if I live in Chicago?
A will ensures your assets go where you intend in Illinois.
Is an online will legal in Illinois?
Yes, Illinois allows wills created online when properly executed.
How is property distributed without a will?
State intestacy laws determine distribution absent a will.
Does a lawyer review my Will?
Herbie Innovations, Inc. is a technology platform, not a law firm. Our Will and Trust templates have been reviewed by attorneys in every state for compliance. For a licensed attorney to personally prepare your estate plan, see our Plan By Us option, powered by Herbie Legal.
Is my information secure?
Our platform is designed with the stringent confidentiality and compliance requirements of the financial and legal industries. All data is processed and stored using a secure, cloud-based infrastructure that supports end-to-end encryption, granular access controls and continuous monitoring. We utilize infrastructure hosted in environments that follow industry-recognized security best practices, ensuring user information is handled with the care and protections relied on by top financial institutions, corporations and law firms.
How is the online platform free?
We believe everyone deserves access to quality estate planning, so we've made the platform free. Herbie is supported by partnerships with financial services companies — like advisors and financial planners — who may be introduced to you through the platform. Your personal information is never sold to third parties.
