Category Archives: Funeral Planning

Tool # 7 in the Life Planning Toolbox – Disposition of Remains

February 8, 2010 | Estate Planning, Funeral Planning, Illinois Law
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The Illinois Disposition of Remains Act, 755 ILCS 65/1 et seq., provides one of the more recent tools in the Life Planning Toolbox.   The Act allows a person (the “principal”) to provide written instructions for the disposition, including cremation, of his or her remains.  It also allows a person to designate an agent to direct…

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Illinois Disposition of Remains Act

August 6, 2009 | Funeral Planning
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Disagreements about funeral plans or cremation can be complicated and emotionally-charged for loved ones, but especially so for same-sex couples.   If your partner knows your wishes, but your parents or other biological family members object, there will likely be a lot of unnecessary arguments and pain. The Illinois Disposition of Remains Act 755 ILCS…

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