Supreme Court of Illinois

Supreme Court of Illinois General administrative and supervisory authority over the court system is vested in the Supreme Court.

The Illinois Supreme Court, in addition to being the state’s highest court, is responsible for the state’s unified trial court, one appellate court with five districts, and several supporting units. The Illinois Supreme Court is committed to improving access to the Illinois courts and making sure we serve the public as effectively, efficiently, and expeditiously as possible.

06/19/2026

Illinois Courts are closed today in observance of Juneteenth.

06/18/2026

The Illinois Supreme Court and the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts are pleased to announce the selection of Jerome Galang as the new Director of the Illinois Judicial College. https://rebrand.ly/ncrsf1f

The Marshall County Courthouse in Lacon was constructed in 1853 as a duplicate of the original building that was destroy...
06/17/2026

The Marshall County Courthouse in Lacon was constructed in 1853 as a duplicate of the original building that was destroyed in a fire.

06/16/2026

Justice Elizabeth M. Rochford of the Supreme Court of Illinois seeks public comment on the six applicants for a Resident Circuit Judge vacancy in the Sixteenth Judicial Circuit, Fourth Subcircuit. https://rebrand.ly/bbc42kr

This June, we’re celebrating and recognizing diverse voices in the judiciary. The following features Circuit Court of ...
06/15/2026

This June, we’re celebrating and recognizing diverse voices in the judiciary. The following features Circuit Court of Cook County Associate Judge Nishá N. Dotson and her reflections on her career, diversity on the bench, and more. https://rebrand.ly/m49qakh

This week's legal word of the week is misdemeanor, which is a crime punishable by up to one year in jail.
06/12/2026

This week's legal word of the week is misdemeanor, which is a crime punishable by up to one year in jail.

06/11/2026

Illinois judges are increasingly being recognized for their dedicated work in courtrooms throughout the state. Here are some of the recent honors received by Illinois judges: https://rebrand.ly/40fa65

Illinois Courts are committed to creating a welcoming environment for people of all genders, including transgender indiv...
06/10/2026

Illinois Courts are committed to creating a welcoming environment for people of all genders, including transgender individuals. Our Commission on Access to Justice has published bench cards to highlight key practices for using gender-inclusive language and to ensure respectful treatment for all litigants.

Find the the “How to Promote Gender Inclusivity at Court” bench card here: https://rebrand.ly/lxotd6i

Find the “Transgender People at Court” bench card here: https://rebrand.ly/pqgwrgu

While the Monroe County Courthouse in Waterloo has grown over the years, part of the original structure is more than 170...
06/09/2026

While the Monroe County Courthouse in Waterloo has grown over the years, part of the original structure is more than 170 years old. It was the county’s second courthouse which was completed in 1853.

This , we’re recognizing key figures of the LGBTQIA+ community in . In 1994, Judge Thomas Chiola (Ret.) became the fir...
06/08/2026

This , we’re recognizing key figures of the LGBTQIA+ community in . In 1994, Judge Thomas Chiola (Ret.) became the first openly gay judge elected to public office in Illinois.

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Springfield, IL
62701

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