Court Programs Court Services Introduction from the Chief Judge Chancery Division Advice Desk Children's Advocacy Clinic Children's Advocacy Rooms Domestic Relations Self-Help Desk Expedited Child Support and Paternity Help Desk Fairy Trials Project Guardianship Assistance Desk Mock Trial Competition Municipal Court Advice Desk Office of Interpreter Services Pro Se Help Desk Volunteer Opportunities

Pro Se Help Desk   Circuit Court of Cook County Office of the Chief Judge Richard J. Daley Center, Room 602 50 West Washington Street Chicago, Illinois 60602 (312) 603-5626 Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday No appointment necessary   In Pro Se Court (pro se is Latin for "in one's own behalf"), individuals represent themselves before a judge in cases seeking to recover monetary damages of up to $1,500. Pro se plaintiffs and defendants may visit the Pro Se Help Desk for free assistance throughout their cases in interpreting and filling out court-required documents. The trained staff of the Pro Se Help Desk also advise pro se plaintiffs and defendants of any required court fees and provide explanations of how to follow the judge's orders.   The staff of the Pro Se Help Desk does not provide legal advice.   Typical cases filed in Pro Se Court involve auto damage, clothing loss or damage, debt collection and tenant/landlord claims. Foreign language interpreters are available upon request. To request an interpreter for a language other than Spanish or Polish, please notify the Pro Se Help Desk at the phone number above prior to your arrival.     Disclaimer   ©2000-2006 Office of the Chief Judge, Circuit Court of Cook County