clerk of the circuit court
1. Read the instructions and complete the required paperwork provided on https://www.illinoiscourts.gov/forms/approved-forms/forms-circuit-court/divorce-child-support-maintenance If you do not know the whereabouts of the Respondent please complete: Notice By Publication - #171-418 Affidavit for Service by Publication - #171-416 2. If you have minor children, you will also need: Declaration Under Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction Enforcement Act #171-145 Take the required Parenting Class offered through the College of Lake County http://www.clcillinois.edu/programs-and-classes/court-programs 3. eFile the above paperwork (please note filing fee required unless a fee waiver is granted)