Livingston County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Oct 21, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$262 to $312
New civil suit
E-filing
Available
Through Tyler Technologies
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$262 to $312

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $312, the civil filing fee in Livingston County is about the same as nearby counties (median $319 across 5 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Livingston County Circuit Clerk
Jacquelyn Gragson
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Courthouses in Livingston County

CivilCriminalFamilyProbateJuvenileSmall ClaimsTrafficEviction

Livingston County Circuit Court (Livingston County Law and Justice Center)

Address
110 N. Main Street, Pontiac, 61764

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Livingston County, Illinois is $312.00 (Law, Chancery, and Law Magistrate $15,000.01 or more); $262.00 (Law Magistrate $15,000.00 or less)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Tyler Technologies.

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Livingston County?

    Filings go to the Livingston County Circuit Clerk. You can reach the clerk at (815) 844-2602.

Livingston County Circuit Court, IL: (815) 844-2602, Hours & $312 Filing Fee | 1Court