Jo Daviess County Administrator Deed Form

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Jo Daviess County Administrator Deed Form

Jo Daviess County Administrator Deed Form

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Jo Daviess County Administrator Deed Guide

Jo Daviess County Administrator Deed Guide

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Jo Daviess County Completed Example of the Administrator Deed Document

Jo Daviess County Completed Example of the Administrator Deed Document

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Important: Your property must be located in Jo Daviess County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

Where to Record Your Documents

Jo Daviess County Clerk and Recorder

Address:
330 North Bench St - Courthouse, Rm. 104
Galena, Illinois 61036

Hours: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Monday - Friday

Phone: (815) 777-9694

Recording Tips for Jo Daviess County:
  • Check that your notary's commission hasn't expired
  • Leave recording info boxes blank - the office fills these
  • Make copies of your documents before recording - keep originals safe

Cities and Jurisdictions in Jo Daviess County

Properties in any of these areas use Jo Daviess County forms:

  • Apple River
  • East Dubuque
  • Elizabeth
  • Galena
  • Hanover
  • Nora
  • Scales Mound
  • Stockton
  • Warren

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Jo Daviess County

How do I get my forms?

Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Jo Daviess County forms will be in your account ready to download to your computer. An account is created for you during checkout if you don't have one. Forms are NOT emailed.

Are these forms guaranteed to be recordable in Jo Daviess County?

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Jo Daviess County, including margin requirements, font requirements, and other layout standards. This guarantee applies to formatting, not to the legal sufficiency of information entered by the user or the suitability of a form for a particular transaction.

Can I reuse these forms?

Yes. You can reuse the forms for your personal use. For example, if you have multiple properties in Jo Daviess County you only need to order once.

What do I need to use these forms?

The forms are PDFs that you fill out on your computer. You'll need Adobe Reader (free software that most computers already have). You do NOT enter your property information online - you download the blank forms and complete them privately on your own computer.

Are there any recurring fees?

No. This is a one-time purchase. Nothing to cancel, no memberships, no recurring fees.

How much does it cost to record in Jo Daviess County?

Recording fees in Jo Daviess County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (815) 777-9694 for current fees.

Questions answered? Let's get started!

Review the Illinois laws governing the probate administration of real estate at 755 ILCS 5/20.

Administrators are individuals appointed by the probate court to handle the distribution of a probate estate. In general, this happens when the decedent died without a will (intestate), but they can also replace named executors who are is unable to perform the necessary tasks, and no suitable alternates are found.

An administrator's deed is a special document used by the authorized administrator of a decedent's estate to transfer real property out of that estate. It must meet the same form and content standards as so-called "regular" warranty or quitclaim deeds, and incorporate additional information related to the specific transaction. The details may vary based on the situation, but typically include facts about the decedent and the nature of the probate case. (765 ILCS 5/12).

Depending on the case, the administrator might need to include documents such as letters from the probate court or a certified copy of the death certificate when recording the deed. Consult with the court officer or attorney supervising the distribution to confirm which, if any, supporting documentation might be required. After the deed is executed (signed in front of a notary), confirm it with the court if necessary, then file it in the public records for the Illinois county where the property is located.

This information applies to many, but not all, situations. Contact an attorney or the probate court officer responsible for the case with specific questions.

(Illinois Administrator Deed Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)

Important: Your property must be located in Jo Daviess County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

This Administrator Deed meets all recording requirements specific to Jo Daviess County.

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