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Cook County (Illinois) Clerk of Court Resources for Self-Represented Litigants

The Cook County (Illinois) Clerk of Court has resources for self-represented litigants, but they may be hard to find. Here’s a helpful guide.

Never attend a hearing without a court reporter! Read these real-life examples of these essential workers in action.

Don’t be intimidated by the opposing lawyer in your case. Turns out they struggle with legal research almost as much as pro se litigants.

When we don’t pay our rent, we get evicted. But we always want to find a loophole, and there are plenty to be found in case law.

A look at judicial bias, how it can affect you as a pro se litigant, and the wise words of retired judge Richard Posner.

Learn the simple procedure we as pro se litigants can use to analyze a civil case as it moves along the civil claims process (part 1 of 2).

Use a sample scenario to continue learning how to analyze a civil case from start to finish (part 2 of 2).

All that matters in a motion to dismiss is whether the complaint contains enough allegations against you to merit a judge’s attention.

Few people can afford a lawyer, but that doesn’t stop court from happening. Here are the top 10 reasons to represent yourself in court.

Judges often rush through cases involving a pro se litigant. Here are some ways to avoid judicial bias and make them take you seriously.

It doesn’t matter if you’re the plaintiff or defendant — analyze your case from both sides to map your winning strategy.

You can win in court without a lawyer. Learn the seven attributes of an effective pro se litigant and get ready to win your case.

Learn some of the common misconceptions about the litigation process versus the reality of how your case may unfold.

Punitive damages punish defendants in cases in which their conduct was outrageous. Learn the ins and outs of punitive damages.

The Black lawyer has traditionally been the bridge to justice for the Black community. This new world needs Black lawyers more than ever.