Illinois E-Filing-APPellate Filing Exemption Certification is a type of exemption that is available for attorneys, parties, or their representatives who are filing appeals in the Illinois Supreme Court, Appellate Court, or the Circuit Court of Cook County. This exemption is available to those who are unable to access, use, or are otherwise hindered from using the Illinois E-Filing system. The types of exemptions that can be requested are: 1) Financial Hardship, 2) Lack of Access to Technology, 3) Lack of Knowledge or Training, 4) Language Barrier, 5) Religious Beliefs, and 6) Other Reasons. The exemption request must be submitted to the court in order for it to be considered.