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Illinois Advance Directive
Illinois Advance Healthcare Directive
Illinois Medical Directive
Illinois Advance Medical Directive
Illinois Advance Health Care Directive
What is an Illinois Living Will?
An Illinois Living Will is a legal document that outlines your wishes related to medical care, such as your acceptance or refusal of a certain medical treatment or procedure, along with the (optional) appointment of a chosen agent or decision maker.
The individual making a Living Will is called the "principal," and the person or entity receiving authority to carry out the principal's wishes is known as the "agent." Suitable for Illinois residents, this free Living Will can be used in Lake County, Cook County, DuPage County, and in every other region in the state. Each Illinois Living Will form from Rocket Lawyer can be personalized for your particular situation. With this official document on hand, your healthcare institutions will have a point of reference for your preferences and your representative will be able to provide verification that they have been given the authority to act in your interest.
When to use an Illinois Living Will:
- You want to shield your loved ones and give them the information to make the right end-of-life decisions for you.
- You're getting ready to start drafting an estate plan.