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Lake County, Illinois Family Court
Child Custody Information
Welcome! On this page you'll find the following information for Lake County, Illinois:
- Where to file for child custody in Lake County
- How to find or contact the Lake County Family Court
- Whether the court offers childcare for days you must visit the court building
- Where to find Lake County child custody forms and court fees
- How to learn more and find a lawyer
Where To File for Child Custody in Lake County, Illinois
In Lake County, child custody is handled by the Lake County Judicial Circuit Court
NAME OF COURT
Lake County Judicial Circuit Court
COURT WEBSITE ADDRESS
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COURT PHONE NUMBER
COURTHOUSE ADDRESS
Lake County Judicial Circuit Court
18 N County Street
Waukegan, IL 60085COURTHOUSE HOURS
Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. excluding court holidays.
COURTHOUSE CHILDCARE
Lake County Child Custody Forms & Fees
Illinois Child Custody Forms Used in Lake County
https://www.illinoiscourts.gov
Lake County Child Custody Forms
Family Court Fee
If you can't afford Lake County family court filing fees, you may apply for a fee waiver.
Get Help With Illinois Child Custody
Before you file legal papers, take some time to familiarize yourself with the resouces offered by your local court. Most courts now offer at least some materials and forms to help you understand and manage your child custody case. Even if you plan to work with a lawyer, it's smart to do some research before you turn things over. When you're ready to find a lawyer, the resources below can help you locate a child custody attorney near you.
Lake County Family Court Self-Help Materials
Illinois Resources for Making a Parenting Plan
Lake County Free or Low Cost Legal Help
Lake County Child Custody Lawyers