Form must be filled out and notarized at the time of filing. This service is intended to be used as a resource to determine the general status of historical and active court cases.This service is intended to be used as a resource to determine the general status of historical and in-process court cases. The Mechanics Lien Section of the Chancery Division consists of Calendars 52, 53, and 54. Judges assigned to these calendars hear all actions and proceedings. All Illinois Courts must accept these forms. Scroll down below the chart for important information on how to fill out these forms. County Court Clerk's Office: Visit the clerk's office in the county where the property is located and request a tax lien search for the specific property. The check must be made out to the "Cook County Recorder of Deeds. A lien attaches to real estate that you own.