Illinois Case Management-Status Order is a court order issued by a judge in the state of Illinois to ensure that the legal process is managed efficiently. It provides direction to the parties involved in a lawsuit and outlines the steps they must take to move the case forward. In some cases, it may also specify the timeframe for certain actions. Illinois Case Management-Status Orders typically include a deadline for filing pleadings and responses, discovery deadlines, and a schedule for court hearings. Depending on the individual case, additional requirements may be included. There are four types of Illinois Case Management-Status Orders: Preliminary Status Order, Final Status Order, Modification Status Order, and Dismissal Status Order.