[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Recipient's Name] [Recipient's Designation] [Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Subject: Sample Letter to Circuit Clerk with Instructions to File Order Dear [Recipient's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health. I am writing to provide instructions to file an order with the Circuit Clerk of Chicago, Illinois. Enclosed with this letter, you will find the necessary documents and detailed instructions that need to be followed for a successful filing. Instructions for filing an order with the Circuit Clerk of Chicago, Illinois: 1. Gather Required Documents: Before proceeding with filing the order, it is essential to ensure that you have all the necessary documents ready for filing. These documents may vary depending on the type of order you are filing, such as: a. Motion for Default Judgment: When seeking a default judgment against a party who has failed to respond or appear in court within the allotted time frame. b. Motion for Summary Judgment: This motion is filed when there is no genuine issue of material fact and one party is entitled to judgment as a matter of law. c. Motion for Preliminary Injunction: Utilized to request immediate relief on behalf of the plaintiff, typically during the pendency of a case. d. Motion to Set Aside Default: Used when a default judgment has been entered, and the defendant wishes to have the judgment set aside. e. Motion to Dismiss: Filed either by the plaintiff or defendant to seek the termination of a lawsuit. f. Motion to Compel Discovery: Used to request the court's intervention in compelling the opposing party to provide requested discovery. g. Motion to Extend Time: When requesting an extension to meet a filing deadline due to extraordinary circumstances. 2. Prepare the Order: Carefully review the template enclosed with this letter. Fill in the required details specific to your case, such as case number, parties involved, and the specific relief sought. 3. File the Order: Take the completed order and the necessary supporting documents to the Circuit Clerk's Office in Chicago, Illinois. Present them to the clerk and inform them that you would like to file the order. Pay any applicable filing fees, if required. 4. Obtain Stamped Copies: Once the order is filed, request stamped copies for your records. These copies serve as proof of filing and should be kept in a safe place. 5. Serve the Order: After obtaining the stamped copies, it is essential to serve the filed order on all relevant parties involved in the case. Serve the order according to the applicable rules of service outlined in the Illinois Rules of Civil Procedure. Please note that the process may vary depending on the specific requirements and procedures of the Circuit Clerk's Office. It is advisable to contact the office directly or consult their website for any updated instructions or forms. If you encounter any difficulties or require clarification during the filing process, do not hesitate to contact my office at [your contact information]. We are here to assist you. Thank you for your attention to this matter. I appreciate your prompt assistance in filing the enclosed order. Should you require any further information, please feel free to reach out at your earliest convenience. Yours sincerely, [Your Name]