Clerk of the Circuit Court – HOW WE CAN HELP

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HOW WE CAN HELP

Clerk of the Circuit Court staff can help, but there are some things we are not allowed to do.

We Can

  • Tell you general information about court rules, terms, and procedures.
  • Tell you how to electronically file (e-file) court documents or get an exemption from e-filing.
  • Provide you contacts for potential free or low-cost legal help.
  • Tell you what court forms you need for your case and explain how to fill them out.
  • Tell you how to ask to waive your court fees.
  • Tell you how to get an interpreter.
  • Inform you of the Clerk’s Office ADA status.

We Cannot

  • Tell you information about a case in violation of an order, statute, or rule.
  • Refer you to a lawyer or firm that charges fees.
  • Give you legal advice or represent you in court.
  • Give an opinion about what will happen in court.
  • Tell you if a case should be started or help you decide how to handle your case.

Visit Our Website cookcountyclerkofcourt.org


Richard J. Daley Center | 50 W. Washington Street | Chicago, IL 60602 | (312) 603-5030