THE FOLLOWING FORMS ARE USED IN COOK COUNTY FOR DIVORCE AND PATERNITY CASES.

It is very important that a litigant seek the services of a competent attorney, lawyer or lawfirm experienced in family law whenever he or she is involved in a divorce or paternity action.

Divorce:

- Disclosure Statement:

A Disclosure Statement must be exchanged between the parties in all cases where the parties have not entered into an agreement disposing of the issues except for those cases where the other party is in default for failure to file an Appearance or plead. A Disclosure Statement must be exchanged between the parties prior to any hearing on maintenance or child support.

A blank Disclosure Statement to be completed can be found at: http://198.173.15.31/Forms/pdf_files/ccdr0604.pdf

- Affidavit as to Military Service:

If a person is served by personal service or publication and has not filed an Appearance in the cause of action, the Petitioner must file an Affidavit as to Military Service prior to the prove-up (uncontested trial).

A blank Affidavit as to Military Service to be completed can be found at: http://198.173.15.31/Forms/pdf_files/CCG004.pdf

Paternity:

A Disclosure Statement must be exchanged between the parties prior to any hearing on child support.

A blank Disclosure Statement to be completed can be found at: http://198.173.15.31/Forms/pdf_files/ccdr0604.pdf