The evaluator will interview parents individually, allowing parents to express their concerns about the children and the other parent. You will need to fill out and send the other parent a Notice of Hearing.No jury trials in custody cases. Download and complete Appearance and Jury Request Forms from the Illinois Office of the Courts. Worst case they call your name, onto the next waiting room. If you wish to speak to a clerk in the Jury department, you may call (312) 435-5684 from p.m. To be eligible for jury service, you must be a citizen of the United States; at least 18 years old; a resident of the county; not have a pending lawsuit. When divorce and child custody cases go to trial, they're usually bench trials, i.e. , a judge makes the decision. This list is obtained from the AOIC (Administrative Office of Illinois Courts) in Springfield, Illinois.