Illinois Renunciation of Will is a process in which a person voluntarily and formally relinquishes their right to make a will in the state of Illinois. This process also includes the renunciation of the beneficiaries of a will, which means that all assets of the person are distributed according to the state's laws of intestate succession. There are two types of Illinois Renunciation of Will: express and implied. Express renunciation occurs when a person clearly expresses their intention to renounce their will either in writing or verbally. Implied renunciation happens when a person acts in a manner that is inconsistent with their intent to make a will. This could include actions such as signing an agreement in which they waive their right to make a will or making a gift to someone that would have been included in the will.