Chief Justice Mary Jane Theis and the Illinois Supreme Court announced today amendments to Supreme Court Rule 102 which provide for the electronic service of summons and complaints in civil proceedings in recognition of society’s increased use of electronic methods to communicate.
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April 24, 2023 | Practice News
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April 24, 2023 | Practice News
With the official end of the COVID-19 public health emergency approaching on May 11, Chief Justice Mary Jane Theis and the Illinois Supreme Court recently announced amendments to orders entered in response to the COVID-19 emergency under M.R. 30370, In re Illinois Courts Response to COVID-19 Emergency. The Court also announced corresponding amendments to Rules 101, 102, 283, 284, and the adoption of new Rules 102.1 and 242. These and earlier amendments to Supreme Court Rules, make permanent certain temporary measures adopted during the pandemic.
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