Illinois Exhibit Stamps
Professional exhibit labeling for Illinois Circuit Courts
Quick Reference
Key Requirements for Illinois
- Sticker placement: LOWER RIGHT CORNER of front side of first page (or back if more practicable)
- Stickers must NOT interfere with viewing exhibit content
- Two copies of exhibit list to court and court reporter
- Top right 2x2 inch corner of first page must be left blank for clerk stamp
- Documents must be 8.5x11, 12-point minimum font, 1-inch margins
- Discovery completed NOT LATER than 60 days before trial (Rule 218(c))
- Case management conference within 35 days after at-issue (max 182 days after complaint)
- No embedded audio/video in PDFs permitted for e-filing
Major County Rules
Cook County
STRICTEST requirements. Attorneys must have Cook County Attorney ID Number in addition to ARDC number for eFiling. Typewritten memorandum mailed not less than 30 days before pretrial. Domestic Relations exhibits collected within 30 days after final order or disposed.
Local Rule: Cook County Rule 4.1
Lake County
Exhibits with 50+ documents must be in tabbed, three-ring binders with exhibit list containing columns for "Offered," "Admitted," and "Refused."
Local Rule: Lake County Rule 2-4.04
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Typical Illinois Exhibit Timeline
Pretrial procedure with case management conferences. Discovery completed not later than 60 days before trial under Rule 218(c).
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Illinois County Court Guides
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Illinois Exhibit FAQs
How do I mark exhibits for Illinois courts?
In Illinois, plaintiffs typically use Numbers (1, 2, 3...) while defendants use Letters (A, B, C...). Always verify with your specific court's local rules as requirements may vary by county.
What is the e-filing system for Illinois?
Illinois uses eFileIL for electronic filing. The maximum file size is typically 25 MB per document, 50 MB per envelope. Check with your specific court for exact requirements.
When must exhibits be exchanged in Illinois?
Pretrial procedure with case management conferences. Discovery completed not later than 60 days before trial under Rule 218(c). The typical exchange deadline is 60 days before trial (discovery cutoff). Always verify deadlines in your court's scheduling order.
Does ExhibitPrep work for Illinois courts?
Yes! ExhibitPrep is designed to create properly formatted exhibit stamps that comply with Illinois court requirements. Our tool supports Numbers (1, 2, 3...) for plaintiffs and Letters (A, B, C...) for defendants.
Are there county-specific rules in Illinois?
Yes, Illinois has county-specific variations. Cook County strictest requirements. attorneys must have cook county attorney id number in addition to ardc number for efiling. typewritten memorandum mailed not less than 30 days before pretrial. domestic relations exhibits collected within 30 days after final order or disposed.. Always check local rules for your specific court.
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Last updated: 2026-01. Always verify current requirements with your court.