What Is a Citation to Recover Assets Under the Illinois Probate Act?

Understanding How Illinois Estates Reclaim Missing Property Key Takeaways: A citation to recover assets is a court-ordered proceeding under 755 ILCS 5/16-1 that compels a person believed to be holding, concealing, or withholding estate property to appear in court, answer under oath, and account for what they possess. It serves dual purposes: recovering tangible property […]