Illinois Advance Directive
Illinois Living Will Generator
In Illinois, sign your living will in the presence of two adult witnesses. Notarization is not required.
Living will requirements in Illinois
Illinois living wills are governed by the Illinois Living Will Act (755 ILCS 35). A living will takes effect when you have a terminal condition and are unable to communicate your wishes.
Signing requires two witnesses who are at least 18, are not entitled to any part of your estate, and are not your attending physician. Illinois does not require notarization.
Illinois residents often pair a living will with a Power of Attorney for Health Care, which names an agent to make broader medical decisions.
Reference: Illinois Living Will Act, 755 ILCS 35. This is general educational information, not legal advice — confirm current Illinois requirements before signing.
Who cannot witness in Illinois
- Witnesses must be 18 or older.
- A witness cannot be entitled to any part of your estate.
- Your attending physician cannot be a witness.
How to create your Illinois living will
- 1. Open the iRunDocs living will generator with Illinois selected as your governing state.
- 2. Enter your details and treatment preferences using the guided questions.
- 3. Review the PDF preview, then download your document.
- 4. Sign it following Illinois's requirements above, and give copies to your agent, doctor, and family.
Frequently asked questions
Does an Illinois living will need to be notarized?
No. Illinois requires two qualifying adult witnesses; notarization is not required under the Illinois Living Will Act.
Who cannot witness a living will in Illinois?
Anyone under 18, anyone entitled to part of your estate, and your attending physician cannot serve as a witness.
When does an Illinois living will take effect?
It takes effect when you have a qualifying terminal condition and can no longer communicate your treatment wishes.
Living will requirements in other states
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