Court Access

The Addison Public Library has partnered with the Illinois Bar Association and the Illinois Secretary of States Office to provide court access help to patrons. 

If you are representing yourself in local civil court cases, you can make an appointment at the library for assistance with finding and filing forms or attending court hearings via Zoom. 

What Type of Cases Can You Get Help With?

  • Divorce and Child Custody 
  • Domestic Violence 
  • Wills, Trusts, and Estates 
  • Housing 
  • Consumer Debt 

How the Library Can Help

 

Court Access Resources

We provide one-on-one appointments with library staff.

DuPage County Judicial Circuit Court 18 Website

  • Order copies 
  • Text/email court date reminders 
  • Protection orders 
  • Court date availability 

Pay Online and Case Lookup

Remote Court Hearings (Zoom)

  • A laptop is available to attend Zoom court hearings at the library.

Additional Legal Databases and Resources

Gale Legal Forms

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Authentic, professional legal documents. Useful for filing patents and trademarks, developing leases, creating bills of sale, delegating power of attorney, and more. Ideal for supporting legal tasks for personal or business use.

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DuPage County Bar Association Legal Aid

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Low cost or free legal aid in areas such as stalking, divorce, custody, child support, guardianship, adoption, probate, or orders of protection. All applicants must complete a telephone or in-person screening to confirm eligibility guidelines.

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Legal Information Reference Center

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Offers the everyday user the necessary tools and detailed “how-to” instructions to independently address a wide-range of legal issues.
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