Court Order Clarification Steps

Summary

To address discrepancies in your child support case, file a Motion for Clarification of Court Orders. Include details of the discrepancies and lack of notification. Citing Illinois Supreme Court Rule 104(b) and 750 ILCS 5/505 can strengthen your motion. Consider visiting the Clerks Office in person for assistance and ensure your new attorney is informed of all issues. If representing yourself, request a hearing to explain your situation to the judge directly. For further assistance, contact the Circuit Court of Cook County, Domestic Relations Division.

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There was no notification of any kind. other than the court order drafted by my previous first attorney, that was sent to both me and the respondent via email on October 14th. *. and the next court date on that order was listed as December * * There was no mail notification of any kind to me. or the respondent or my new attorney. and it doesn't make sense either that it states it is hereby ordered the state's attorney slash petitioners motion for voluntary dismissal is hereby granted when the last court order dated October * * States. that my attorney is granted leave. I have * I have 21 days to hire a new attorney, which I did on November *. * and next court date December. * * So there at this point, there should now be any state's attorney involved in this. So I don't understand why. this happened. It doesn't make sense.
I understand your frustration. Here are some general steps you might consider:
- Verify all court orders and documents with your new attorney.
- Confirm the status and next steps of your case with the clerk of the court.
- Ensure proper notifications and filings are recorded.
Would you like contact information for the Circuit Court of Cook County in Chicago?
Yes, I did try to call the clerk. of domestic relations division and It was a computerized answer that stated there is no person to take. any phone calls and it hung up. I tr....at that email is no longer in service
I'm sorry to hear about the difficulties you're experiencing. Here are some steps you might consider:
- **Visit the Clerk's Office in Person:** Sometimes, visiting the office directly can help resolve issues faster.
- **Contact Your New Attorney:** Ensure they are aware of all discrepancies and ask them to follow up.
Would you like the contact information for the Circuit Court of Cook County in Chicago?

Circuit Court of Cook County, Domestic Relations Division


Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * West Washington Street, Room *, Chicago, IL *
Website: www.cookcountycourt.org
OK, at this point, I am representing myself. And also, when I was there last week and asked. the clerk, why is that in my file? Why was it taken off call? The clerk had no answer. She shrug her shoulders. That was it.
I'm sorry to hear about the challenges you're facing. Here are some steps to consider:
- **File a Motion for Clarification:** You can file a motion to get a clear understanding of the court's orders and any discrepancies.
- **Request a Hearing:** Request a hearing to explain your situation to the judge directly.
Would you like the contact information for the Circuit Court of Cook County in Chicago?
What should I title it? Do I need to cite any legal. Illinois statute laws or rules?
It sounds like you are preparing to file a motion to clarify the discrepancies in your child support case. Here’s some general information that might help you:
- **Title:** "Motion for Clarification of Court Orders"
- **Legal Citations:** While not always necessary, citing relevant Illinois statutes or court rules can strengthen your motion. Consider referencing:
- Illinois Supreme Court Rules (e.g., Rule *(b) regarding service of papers)
- Illinois Compiled Statutes related to family law (e.g., * ILCS */* for child support)
Would you like more details or guidance on how to proceed?
Yes.
Here are some steps to help you file your motion:
- **Title:** "Motion for Clarification of Court Orders"
- **Content:** Include a clear and concise explanation of the discrepancies in court orders and lack of notification.
- **Legal Citations:**
- Illinois Supreme Court Rule *(b) (service of papers)
- * ILCS */* (child support)
Would you like more detailed guidance on drafting your motion?