Civil FAQs

• Can I view case information online?

  Limited case information is available online using our Online Portal. You may also call the Civil Division at 847.377.3209 for case information.

  You may also register for the Online Portal and and be granted access to any case you are the party or attorney of record on as well. 

• What if a form or packet I need is not online?

  You may come to the Circuit Clerk’s Office to pick up the forms or packets.  You may also request through the mail by sending a letter of request and a self-addressed stamped envelope.  We do not email or fax forms. 

• Can I email or fax a document to the Circuit Clerk's Office for filing?

  Civil filing must be done electronically, unless the filer has an Exemption from eFiling.  A person may eFile from anywhere they have access to a computer.  You may also eFile at the Circuit Clerk’s Office. Exemption filings may be done at the Circuit Clerk's Office, sent through the mail or sent in by a messenger service.  We DO NOT accept filings or requests for forms by email or fax.

• How do I schedule a court date?

  You may either call the Judge’s clerk directly for a date or you may request a date in person at the Circuit Clerk’s Office. You may call 847-377-3209 to be directed to the appropriate clerk if you are unsure who to contact. 

• What forms of payment do you accept?

  We will accept cash, credit cards, money order, cashier’s checks and certified checks made payable to “Clerk of the Circuit Court” if you are paying in the office.  All eFiled documents are paid for through the eFiling Service Provider.  Exemptions through the mail may be paid via money order, cashier’s checks and certified checks made payable to “Clerk of the Circuit Court."  Attorneys may pay via a law firm check. 

• How do I reschedule a court date?

  There are only certain situations where a court date may be rescheduled. Any date set by the opposing party or Judge cannot be rescheduled.  Dates also cannot be rescheduled over the phone.  Please contact our office for more information at 847-377-3209.