Cook County Clerk Karen A. Yarbrough and Commissioner Bridget Degnen will host an educational forum on March 24 to share information that will help residents better understand the Estate Planning process and instruct them how to safely transfer their home, car, or bank accounts without fees or lengthy court delays.
The Clerk’s Property After Death and Preventing Property Fraud Forum will be held Thursday, March 24, at 5:30 p.m. at the Copernicus Center in Chicago. The program, which will also offer a Zoom viewing option, will feature a presentation outlining the Estate Planning process and include licensed professionals who can answer attendees’ questions. State Senator Robert Martwick and State Representative Lindsey LaPointe are also co-sponsoring the event.
“No one wants to talk about death or end-of-life planning, but it is a critical aspect of managing your assets to protect your family and loved ones,” said Yarbrough. “This program unpacks the Estate Planning process and provides access to professionals. We are very excited to be working with Commissioner Degnen, Senator Martwick, and Representative LaPointe to bring this important information to the residents of Cook County’s 12th District.”
Representatives from the Clerk’s Office will also discuss property fraud prevention and how residents can guard against property and recording fraud by signing up for the Clerk’s free Property Fraud Alert program. The program provides notification to a homeowner if a document is recorded against their property or the property of a loved one.
Interested Cook County residents can register for the event at cookcountyclerk.com/PAD032422.
The forum is a hybrid event and residents may attend in person or via Zoom. If participating over Zoom, the link will be made available after registration.
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