5 years from the date of the incident to file a claim against someone who damaged your property, 5 years from the date of the broken contract to file a claim for breach of contract against someone with whom you have a contract with that is not in writing, and.
Filing a Motion via E-filing You can e-file using a personal computer or at one of the public access eFile workstations offered at the Daley Center and in suburban courthouses. You must have an email address to e-file.
To file a lawsuit, you must complete Complaint and Summons forms. You can use the Civil Action Cover Sheet to determine the type of case you are filing. These forms are available from the Civil Division of our Office. Forms may also be obtained from our website.
O Any person 18 years or older may file a Small Claims Complaint with or without a lawyer. People under 18 must have a lawyer. o A corporation can also file a Small Claims Complaint. However, it must be represented by a lawyer.
COMPLAINT HOTLINE: (312) 603-0745. Please be sure to speak slowly and clearly when leaving your information. BY APPOINTMENT: to schedule an appointment to file a complaint in person call: (312) 603-0350.
Civil Division Pro Se Pro se petitioners can file for up to $3,000 in small claims. The party must act as their own attorney. Assistance is provided through the Chief Judge's Office. Pro se petitioners can visit the Daley Center Room 602 or call 312-603-5626 with any questions.
Illinois Circuit Courts Circuit CourtsCounties Served Cook County Circuit Cook County First Judicial Circuit Williamson, Alexander, Jackson, Johnson, Massac, Saline, Pope, and Union Counties22 more rows
One good place to start is CARPLS, Cook County's Legal Aid Hotline, which can be reached at 312-738-9200. The Chicago Bar Association website can also help you find affordable legal guidance.
By Confidential OIG Fax: 312-603-9676 You may also submit your complaint via our Confidential OIG Hotline at 312-603-3424.