The Illinois Affidavit of Warship is a legal document used to determine the inheritance rights of individuals in the event of a death of a deceased person who dies without a Will. The Affidavit of Warship is used to appoint an individual, or individuals, to the estate of the deceased person and to determine who will receive the deceased person's assets. The Affidavit of Warship is not a substitute for a Will, but it provides the same legal effects of a Will if the situation meets the criteria. There are two types of Illinois Affidavit of Warship documents: (1) the standard Affidavit of Warship; and (2) the simplified Affidavit of Warship. The standard Affidavit of Warship is used when the deceased person is survived by a spouse, children, and/or grandchildren. The simplified Affidavit of Warship is used when the deceased person is survived by siblings, nieces/nephews, and/or cousins. The Illinois Affidavit of Warship must be completed and signed by two or more persons who have knowledge of the relevant facts and are not related to the deceased person. The Affidavit of Warship must be signed before a Notary Public or other authorized official and must include a detailed description of the deceased person's assets, the names and addresses of the heirs, and any other relevant information.