Illinois Divorce Forms for Uncontested Cases
Illinois Courts publishes separate statewide form sets for divorce with children and divorce without children. Check the current instructions and local circuit clerk requirements.
General self-help information for uncontested filers. Not legal advice.
Quick facts
Court
Circuit Court
Divorce cases in Illinois are filed through the Circuit Court or the applicable county court process.
Filing Method
Illinois e-File
Illinois e-File is listed as the filing portal for self-represented filers. Some counties may have exemptions for self-represented filers. Check with your circuit court clerk.
Start with the petition
Illinois cases generally begin with the PETITION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE or equivalent starting document.
Add service documents
Prepare the Summons or Waiver of Service required for notice.
Document agreements
Use the MARITAL SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT and final decree or judgment documents to record agreed terms.
Include child forms when needed
If minor children are involved, include PARENTING PLAN AND ALLOCATION OF PARENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES.
Source-backed legal information
Illinois Authority & Review Notes
This page is maintained for self-represented uncontested divorce filers and is checked against official court, clerk, and e-filing resources where available.
Last reviewed
August 31, 2026
Next scheduled check: November 29, 2026
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What DivorceReady Prepares
- Illinois divorce petition, complaint, or dissolution starter documents based on the selected package.
- Service, waiver, acceptance, or notice documents where those documents are part of the self-represented filing path.
- Settlement, final decree, parenting, name restoration, and filing checklist materials when the user selects an eligible package.
What Users Must File/Pay Separately
- File the signed document packet with the Illinois court, clerk, or approved e-filing portal after purchase and review.
- Pay court filing fees, service fees, certified copies, and e-filing provider fees directly to the court, clerk, sheriff/constable, process server, or filing vendor.
- Confirm local clerk instructions, signatures, notarization, service, hearing, and final-decree procedures before filing.
Official Sources Cited
DivorceReady.online is a self-help document preparation service. We are not a law firm, do not provide legal advice, do not represent customers in court, and are not affiliated with any court. Customers are responsible for reviewing, signing, filing, serving, and paying all court or provider fees required by their filing office.
Which Illinois court packet applies?
Illinois Courts publishes separate statewide divorce form sets for cases with children and cases without children. Both include a petition and judgment; the with-children set adds parenting and child-related documents. Check the current form instructions and your circuit clerk for local requirements before filing.
Verify the current official source
Review the official Illinois court resource before filing. Court forms, fees, and local requirements can change. DivorceReady prepares documents but does not file them or provide legal advice.
Illinois divorce forms included in the core packet
Common uncontested Illinois divorce documents include the PETITION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE, Summons or Waiver of Service, MARITAL SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT, and JUDGMENT FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE.
Forms when children are involved
If you and your spouse have minor children together, the packet usually needs additional parenting, custody, support, and medical support information. The Illinois profile references PARENTING PLAN AND ALLOCATION OF PARENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES.
Local forms and court review
Statewide forms do not always cover every local clerk requirement. Some counties ask for cover sheets, standing orders, civil information sheets, or local notices.
Document preparation
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Illinois use the same divorce forms when children are involved?
No. Illinois Courts publishes separate divorce packets with and without children. The with-children forms include parenting and child-related materials. Check the current statewide forms and local circuit clerk instructions.
Where can I verify current Illinois divorce forms and filing rules?
Use the official court source linked on this page and confirm any county-specific requirements with your filing court.
What divorce forms do I need in Illinois?
Common forms include the PETITION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE, Summons or Waiver of Service, MARITAL SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT, and JUDGMENT FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE. Cases with children usually require additional parenting and support forms.
Are the forms different when children are involved?
Yes. Cases involving minor children usually require parenting, custody, visitation, child support, and medical support provisions in addition to the core divorce forms.
Can I file an uncontested divorce myself in Illinois?
Many uncontested filers prepare and file their own divorce paperwork as self-represented filers when both spouses agree on the major terms. DivorceReady prepares documents but is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice.
Where do I file divorce papers in Illinois?
Divorce papers in Illinois are generally filed with the Circuit Court in the proper county. Local filing codes, clerk procedures, and extra local forms can vary by county.