Cook County Probate Division
Cook County
About visiting the probate court
About visiting the Cook County Probate Division
Cook County Probate Division is listed as a registered probate court within Cook County, Illinois.
In most instances within Illinois, there is at least one Circuit Court courthouse location within each county. Sometimes a county may have multiple courthouses and may also have multiple probate court locations. Such is often the case in larger metropolis counties where population is dense or also in spread-out, rural counties, which may use a courthouse annex or satellite office system to accommodate nearby citizens with easier access in proximity or distance.
About visiting the probate court
Who to speak with when visiting the Cook County probate court
Plan ahead to be early in case available parking is limited and be prepared for formal security measures upon entering the building, as courthouses are official state and federal property. This generally includes passing through metal detectors and allowing search of any belongings.
Many courthouses do not allow cell phones, so keep that in mind as your phone may need to be turned off upon entering the courthouse, or even left outside.
Helpful Resources for Probate in Illinois
We get it, and that’s why we've pulled together a comprehensive probate guide for Illinois that actually tells you what you need to know without assuming anything. You’ll walk away with a tangible timeline, actionable next steps and real clarity on what probate actually means for you and your family.
Which is why we've assembled a team of passionate experts with real probate experience working towards the single mission of creating an automated probate & estate settlement platform to help families like yours navigate the entire process from start to finish.
👇 Have a look below or create an account to get started for free!
About visiting the probate court
Call ahead before visiting the Cook County Probate Division
When able, it’s always helpful to request an appointment with a probate clerk or probate judge prior to visiting any probate court location.
The phone number for the Cook County Probate Division is: (312) 603-6441
The hours of operation listed for the Cook County Probate Division are:
Monday:8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Tuesday:8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday:8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday:8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday:8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Reviews
Reviews of the Cook County Probate Division
The absolute worst. I drove my family to Florida from Michigan. We stayed in Macon, GA after driving 16 hours and my kids are 1 and 3. We all didn't get more than 2 hours of sleep. It was a nightmare of a night. I was caught speeding early that next morning, and I was truthful about not looking down at my speed for awhile and didn't realize how fast I was going. My ticket was $530!!!! But that's not where I have a problem. The officer says you need to go to this website on the ticket (he circles it) and ask for a reduction of the fine since it will be a big one. I go to the site to ask for a reduction, and write a nice letter about how we like driving through Georgia on our way to Florida. I get an e-mail back 2 weeks later saying I now owe AN EXTRA $200 now a COMBINED $730. The woman at Cook County tells me they don't reduce fines so it was a miscommunication between me and the officer. No, it was a point blank understanding. This officer was straightforward about it and even circled it and said "a reduction for the fine". Now, because I listened to his advice I pay an extra $200 in "Court Costs". How ridiculous is this? On top of that, he wrote me for a 94 in a 70, and in section 2 of the ticket he classifies it for 26-35 mph over which is wrong - - - it's 24mph over (94-70). The woman on the phone tells me the classification doesn't determine the fine (okay? the ticket is still flawed). Either way, asking for a reduction will ONLY make costs go up. This is the lesson here, and also don't listen to any Cook County cops. Don't ask for a reduction, and don't listen to the cops there. Yes, I was in the wrong for speeding, but like my fellow friends that are cops here in Michigan, it happens! I admitted I was wrong for speeding, but was shown no leniency despite my record. Things are screwed up in Georgia with the outrageous costs by their government. We will be indeed flying next time, you won't get any of my tourist money this time. - From a hard working family in Michigan.
I got a marriage license and married here. It was easy and the people were friendly. I couldn't have asked for it to be any smoother! Excellent job!
I went there in order to get more information about filing a motion in my civil case.
I got a speeding ticket and I cant afford it cause of my internship. I work as a volunteer for a government environmental program and we dont get paid a lot. I have been trying to contact the solicitor, and judge for more than three months and no one will help me. They keep telling me to pay the money but I dont have it. I moved out of the state and I live in my car cause the program doesnt offer housing. I have been told to come to court but I cant leave my internship because, it's a 14 days at a time working in the national forest. I have been begging for help and they just suspended my license. This people dont care about anyone and they just want there money. The court clerk's are really rude and not helpful. I can't afford a $280 speeding ticket which is still outrageous to pay also.