Illinois
eFiling with File & ServeXpress
File & Serve Illinois (FSIL) is an eFiling application for the statewide eFiling manager, Odyssey eFileIL.
FSIL is provided by File & ServeXpress, the same company that has provided eFiling and eService throughout Illinois since 2005. FSIL can be used for eFiling and eService in all Illinois courts that have gone live on the Odyssey eFileIL system.
The FSIL Advantage
FSIL offers one flat rate for all features, so there’s no confusion around multiple pricing plans or subscriptions. Filers also have access to extensive customer support and training.
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Features & Benefits
Multi-File Drag & Drop Uploads
Batch Filing
Automatic File Naming
Service Reports Per Envelope
Anytime Service List Updates
Performance Improvements
Bundled Value
Monthly Billing
PDF Conversion
24/7 Life Support
Permanent Document Storage
Azure Security
Training
File & ServeXpress provides you with exceptional training to help improve your firm’s eFiling process. Our team of seasoned training professionals are experienced working with law firms to increase productivity and maximize time constraints.
If you have any additional questions, you can contact File & ServeXpress Client Support at (888)529-7587, or email them at support@fileandserve.com. If you would like to request a training, please contact fileandservetraining@fileandserve.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
eFiling is required for civil cases in the Illinois Supreme Court, Appellate Court, and Circuit Courts, subject to specific exemptions.
eFiling is also available for other case types, depending on the court and case type. Criminal, quasi-criminal, and juvenile matters may have different filing requirements.
For current requirements and exemptions, refer to the Illinois Courts eFiling information.
Most documents filed in civil cases must be submitted electronically. Certain documents and circumstances may be exempt from eFiling, including documents filed by incarcerated self-represented litigants, wills, certain juvenile documents, and documents for which the court has granted an exemption for good cause.
Refer to Illinois Supreme Court Rule 9 for current requirements and exemptions.
FSIL charges a transaction fee for eFiling and eService. Applicable court filing fees and eFileIL convenience fees are additional.
For current FSIL pricing, please refer to the applicable pricing information.
Payment for court filing fees through eFileIL is made by credit card or other payment methods supported by the system. Firm Administrators can manage payment information through the Payment Accounts section.
Monthly billing may also be available. Contact File & ServeXpress for information about eligibility and setup.
If a filing is rejected by the Clerk, applicable court filing fees and processing fees are not charged for the rejected filing.
Frequently Asked Questions for Cook County
The filer is responsible for completing and uploading the summons with the initial filing. Upload the summons as the lead document using the appropriate filing code.
Once the filing is accepted, the summons will be returned with the accepted filing and will be available in the Transaction Summary.
For information about summons delivery, contact the Cook County Sheriff or an authorized process server.
Processing times vary based on the Clerk's workload. You can monitor the status of your filing through the Transaction Summary in FSIL.
If the Clerk accepts your filing, the filing date is generally the date the document was submitted through the eFiling system, subject to the applicable court rules and filing deadlines.
Self-represented parties may qualify for an exemption from eFiling and may be permitted to file documents in paper form. Eligibility and exemption requirements are determined by the applicable court rules and procedures.
For current Cook County exemption information, refer to the Circuit Court of Cook County.
Filers may use an approved Electronic Filing Service Provider, such as FSIL, to submit documents electronically.
Yes. An email address is required to register for an eFiling account and receive filing and service notifications.
Access to case documents is governed by Illinois court rules and applicable privacy and confidentiality requirements. Public case documents may be available through the Illinois Courts' online case information systems, while restricted documents are available only to authorized users.
Bulk filing availability depends on the filing type and court requirements. Follow the filing options available in FSIL for your specific case.
The Cross-Reference Number field provides the court with additional information required for certain case types. In Cook County, an Attorney Code may also be required for certain filings.
Review your documents, filing codes, case information, and filing requirements before submitting. If a filing is rejected, the reason will be provided in the filing rejection notification and Transaction Summary.
Review the applicable Illinois court rules and local filing requirements before resubmitting a rejected filing.
Contact the appropriate court Clerk's Office to determine how the filing should be corrected. Procedures may vary depending on the case and filing.
You will receive a filing notification explaining the reason for the rejection or return. Review the reason provided by the Clerk, make the necessary corrections, and resubmit the filing when appropriate.
Your filing confirmation email and transaction or envelope ID provide confirmation that your filing was submitted. You can also access the Transaction Summary in File & Serve Illinois for additional filing details.
Yes. For eligible cases, you can select File Only, File & Serve, or Serve Only when submitting a transaction.
In Cook County, search for an existing case using the case number and follow the case number format displayed in File & Serve Illinois.
Follow the filing workflow in File & Serve Illinois to select the appropriate court, division, case type, and filing code. For additional guidance, visit the File & Serve Illinois resource page.
Available Courts
View the courts, case types, rules, and practices currently available through FSIL below.
Please refer to the following documents for rules and practices specific to Illinois:
