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Summons Blank form
A form to let the someone know that you are filing a lawsuit against them.
Can I use this form?
You must be suing someone to use this form.
Note: Some types of cases require additional information. Do not use this summons if you are filing one of these cases:
- Criminal,
- Divorce,
- Paternity,
- Adult guardianship,
- Eviction,
- Foreclosure
- Small claims,
- Detinue,
- Administrative review,
- Order of protection, Civil no contact order, or Stalking no contact order
For eviction, small claims, divorce, and orders of protection, check out our Form Library, visit the Illinois Courts website, or ask your local circuit clerk.
What do I need first?
To complete this form, you will need to know:
- The case number,
- The amount you are suing for (if any),
- The method used for delivering the summons, and
- The name and address of each defendant/respondent.
Last full review by a subject matter expert
May 01, 2023
Last revised by staff
March 25, 2024
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