Today, Chief Judge Timothy Evans ordered that all matters in all Districts and Divisions of the Cook County Circuit Court are rescheduled and continued for a period of 30 days from the currently scheduled court date, or a date not more than 30 days after May 31, 2020, whichever is later. Judge Evans also ordered the Sheriff of Cook County to resume enforcement of eviction orders relating to residential real estate on June 1, 2020. All judges will be available in person to hear emergency matters. Initial and responsive pleadings and responsive motions may be filed in person or electronic filing with the circuit clerk.
Read the full order here.