What is a Small Estate Affidavit, and when can you use one instead of going to court? In Part 3 of our probate video series, Managing Attorney Dale Hauser walks through how a Small Estate Affidavit can simplify the estate process in Illinois & Indiana when the total estate value falls below a certain threshold. Dale explains what the affidavit includes, how it’s used, and what kind of details you’ll need to provide—plus why this route can be faster and more cost-effective than traditional probat