Kendall County Court Information

Courts, filing fees, e-filing, and clerk contacts for Kendall County, Illinois.

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Filing at a Glance

Verified from official sources · 2026-07-26
Civil filing fee
$356.00
E-filing
Mandatory
Case lookup
Free online
Divorce / family
$356.00

At $356, the civil filing fee in Kendall County is about the same as nearby counties (median $350 across 5 nearby counties).

Clerk of Court

Kendall County Circuit Clerk

Matthew G. Prochaska

807 W John St, Yorkville, IL 60560

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Civil Complaint
$356.00
$356.00 (Law over $50,000 and Chancery; tiered: Law Magistrate $10,000.01-$15,000 = $306.00, $15,000.01-$50,000 = $356.00; effective October 2025)
Small Claims
$139.00
$139.00 up to $2,500; $306.00 for $2,500.01-$10,000 (effective October 2025)
Divorce / Family
$356.00
$356.00 (dissolution of marriage, with or without children; effective October 2025)

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does it cost to file a civil case in Kendall County?

    The civil filing fee in Kendall County, Illinois is $356.00 (Law over $50,000 and Chancery; tiered: Law Magistrate $10,000.01-$15,000 = $306.00, $15,000.01-$50,000 = $356.00; effective October 2025)

  • What is the small claims filing fee in Kendall County?

    $139.00 up to $2,500; $306.00 for $2,500.01-$10,000 (effective October 2025)

  • How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in Kendall County?

    $356.00 (dissolution of marriage, with or without children; effective October 2025)

  • Can I e-file court documents in Kendall County?

    Yes. E-filing is available through eFileIL. It is mandatory for attorneys.

  • Is there a free online case search for Kendall County?

    Yes. You can look up cases online at clericusmagnus.com.

  • Where do I file court documents in Kendall County?

    Filings go to the Kendall County Circuit Clerk, located at 807 W John St, Yorkville, IL 60560. You can reach the clerk at (630) 553-4183.

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