Welcome! On this page you'll find the following information for McHenry County, Illinois:
- Where to file for child custody in McHenry County
- How to find or contact the McHenry County Family Court
- Whether the court offers childcare for days you must visit the court building
- Where to find McHenry County child custody forms and court fees
- How to learn more and find a lawyer
Where To File for Child Custody in McHenry County, Illinois
In McHenry County, child custody is handled by the McHenry County 19th Judicial Circuit Court
NAME OF COURT
McHenry County 19th Judicial Circuit Court
COURT WEBSITE ADDRESS
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COURT PHONE NUMBER
COURTHOUSE ADDRESS
19th Judicial Circuit Family Court
18 N County Street
Waukegan, IL 60085
COURTHOUSE HOURS
Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. excluding court holidays.
COURTHOUSE CHILDCARE
McHenry County Child Custody Forms & Fees
Illinois Child Custody Forms Used in McHenry County
https://www.illinoiscourts.gov
McHenry County Child Custody Forms
Family Court Fee
If you can't afford McHenry 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.
McHenry County Family Court Self-Help Materials
Illinois Resources for Making a Parenting Plan
McHenry County Free or Low Cost Legal Help
McHenry County Child Custody Lawyers
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