In Observance of the Christmas and New year's Day, The Offices of the Clerk of the Circuit Court Will Be Closed Thursday, December 25th and Thursday, January 1st , 2026.
Explore the progress report detailing the major initiatives launched by Clerk Mariyana T. Spyropoulos since taking office on December 1, 2024, including reforms to strengthen transparency, accountability, and public access to court services. Click here to read more
Individuals who would like a copy of the 2026 calendar may pick one up at the Daley Center, Room 1201. Please note that quantities are limited; they will be distributed on a first come, first-served basis, with limit of one per person.
You can find the digital calendar here.
The Senior Citizen Resource Guide provides access to information about services that may be of interest to seniors. This page offers referrals to legal and self-representative (Pro Se) assistance available throughout Cook County and provides links to other governmental entities that provide services relevant to seniors.
Information and referrals for people ages 60+ (call or visit to schedule an appointment).
Location: Concourse Level, CL16
Hours: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm, Monday - Friday
Legal advice and document preparation for most civil case types for people 60+
Location: Concourse Level, CL16
Hours: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm, Monday - Thursday
These services have been identified by the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Cook County's Senior Citizen Advisory Committee, a committee comprised of leaders in the senior community and those who service seniors throughout Cook County. The Committee keeps the Clerk's Office informed of issues of significance to the senior community and offers a forum for the exchange of ideas as to how the Clerk's Office can heighten the awareness of its function and introduce new initiatives to improve services.
If you are interested in becoming a member of the Clerk's Office Senior Citizen Advisory Committee, please contact
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