Clay County Deceased Joint Tenant Affidavit Form

Last validated June 26, 2026 by our Forms Development Team

Clay County Deceased Joint Tenant Affidavit Form

Clay County Deceased Joint Tenant Affidavit Form

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Document Last Validated 6/26/2026
Clay County Joint Tenant Affidavit Guide

Clay County Joint Tenant Affidavit Guide

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Clay County Completed Example of the Deceased Joint Tenant Affidavit Document

Clay County Completed Example of the Deceased Joint Tenant Affidavit Document

Example of a properly completed form for reference.

Document Last Validated 5/11/2026

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

Where to Record Your Documents

County Clerk/Recorder

Address:
Courthouse - 111 East Chestnut St, Rm 106 / PO Box 160
Louisville, Illinois 62858

Hours: 8:00 to 4:00 Monday through Friday

Phone: (618) 665-3626

Recording Tips for Clay County:
  • Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
  • Both spouses typically need to sign if property is jointly owned
  • Avoid the last business day of the month when possible

Cities and Jurisdictions in Clay County

Properties in any of these areas use Clay County forms:

  • Clay City
  • Flora
  • Ingraham
  • Louisville
  • Sailor Springs
  • Xenia

View Complete Recorder Office Guide

Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Clay County

How do I get my forms?

Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Clay 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 Clay County?

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Clay 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 Clay 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 Clay County?

Recording fees in Clay County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (618) 665-3626 for current fees.

Questions answered? Let's get started!

Complete this affidavit and submit it, along with a certified copy of the decedent's death certificate (required) and last will and testament (if available), to the county office responsible for maintaining land records. Once recorded, it serves as public notice of the change in property ownership.

(Illinois Deceased Joint Tenant Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)

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

This Deceased Joint Tenant Affidavit meets all recording requirements specific to Clay County.

Our Promise

The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Clay County recording format requirements. If there is a rejection caused by our formatting, we will correct the issue or refund your payment. This guarantee applies to document formatting only and does not extend to information entered by the user, the selection of the form, or the legal effect of the completed document.

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