I don't know why I'm always disappointed by government employees and services. I should know better…read morethan to expect anything besides a terrible experience. It's just frustrating that almost anytime you deal with a governmental employee, they seem gruff at best. And even those working in one of the more joyous units of county government! I called with some questions when the woman called me back, she was muttering under her breath--I don't think she expected me to pick up because I had call screening on. But she apologized for like 30 seconds at the beginning of the call saying it was a bad day, she was annoyed, but not at me--a very professional start. She did provide good directions--119 W Randolph, take the escalator downstairs. And yes, you'll enter on the Randolph side; don't use the Clark or LaSalle entrance or you'll probably get a bit turned around. But what was especially annoying is that they close for like 2.5 hours during the day. That isn't really made clear anywhere except for the sign right outside the office door, and in the two phone calls I had with them before stopping in they didn't mention being closed from 11:30 to 2. So plan accordingly. There's a $10 fee, cash only (also incredibly weird as far as I'm concerned, from both the safety perspective and that it's the year 2026). If you forget your fee, there's an ATM upstairs. On the plus side, this location performs ceremonies all week without appointments, unlike the suburban courthouses. Saturday they do require appointments, but it's nice that do any on Saturdays.

Went here for our marriage license and then to get married and the same security guard helped us…read moreboth times, he was so nice and sweet. The staff were really nice. Every thing went smoothly and fast.

REVIEW DATE - 07/07/2016…read more great services here but the building is way too big to be easy to navigate. There should be navigation assistants with wheelchairs for people who are unable to walk. Also wish there was better seating in the court rooms. Those benches are uncomfortable for anyone with a pain condition. UPDATED CONTENT (I literally was just there, yesterday and today!): Noting from further experiences that they do have wheelchairs available for use in the sheriffs office (room 122) but it is not clearly labeled as such that that room is a wheelchair checkpoint, so if you need a wheelchair, now you know to hit up the front desk in room 122. Seating in the courtrooms is unchanged, same painful wood benches. I've seen worse church pews though so whatever. Reason for repost - Account Transfer & Close (ATAC)

This courthouse is the worse courthouse ever I was trying to ask for a continuance…read moreBecause the judge before her did not tell me what class I was approved for, and when I went in person to pick up the paper, only thing it had was the way to schedule the class and phone number I called the people on the paper. They said that I would need my ticket number and the class that a judge approved me for and yes, I did have two months, but y'all didn't give me all the stuff I needed I'm 17 years old plus I have a special learning, disability, reading and writing she was so rude wouldn't even let me speak. I believe she might be racist. her name is. Elizabeth ciacvia Lexus I see why people get lawyers. Shouldn't know human being be treated like that. My court time was for 9 AM. I was up on zoom at 8:30. Something was happening with the zoom so when I logged back on at 10, it finally showed me a different court ID number in password so I use that and I even called up to the courthouse before that. She made me wait all the time so she can take me. In had the nerve to be so mean but anyways, they gave me six months supervision without any moving violations and I have to pay them$354 that is crazy

I stop in here about once a month to pick up rabies tags for the clinic. The parking is a mess. It…read moreis always full and even though it's beside the building it's several "blocks" to the front door with lots of deep pot house. Nice greeting. Of course there is a metal detector but the staff is alway friendly and chatty. The building itself is rough, still has areas that were abandoned due to covid protocols. It really needs some updating but it's a typical government building. Urg

Must better experience then it was years ago. I needed to get a copy of a few of my records and ran…read moreinto a few hiccups but, the clerk who assisted me happened to see me coming back while she was outside taking a break and went out of her way to walk me through all the steps so I wouldn't have to go back and forth. She helped me solve all of the issues and misinformation I was previously given and I was squared away and ready to go within a few hours. She even printed some documents for free for my troubles. Please hire more people like her. Everyone that comes to the courthouse has varying reasons for being there but all should be treated with decency and respect. A little kindness goes a long way.

My whole experience! It was a great day for me to see a staff, and most other employees, that are…read moreoperating/presenting themselves as professionals, who have pride in performing their various duties. The most impressive thing that I noticed, was the perfect "People Skills" that each of them, posess, at every station of operation! It was a JOY, to NOT find "PERSONAL FEELINGS", interferring with the information, directions, etc. THAT says to ME, that the: "kind spirit of love for HUMANITY", is priority. That feature is LACKING, in the majority of most employees, and businesses. Service, not ATTITUDES! Kudos, to Markham Courthouse facility!

I was at the 6th District Cook County Court at Markham, IL on 4-25-2025. I have been there on…read moreseveral occasions, including jury duty service. It was not terribly busy yesterday and I was able to take care of my court business fairly quickly and leave. It seemed to be a fairly slow day (which is not always the case). Telephone calls to the courthouse are best made early in the day, around 11 a.m. and NOT at days' end (4:30 p.m. though it can be earlier). Activity in the courthouse picks up around 2 p.m. The phone system for the most part works okay. If you have a direct number, it really helps. Given the amount of people that come to the courthouse I think the employees are helpful especially in giving directions to courtrooms and other administrative departments. I am a retired legal assistant so some of these items are fairly familiar. I think the various Clerk of Cook County webpages have been updated over the years. They can answer some but not all questions but access to a computer and having an inquiring mind concerning the court computer system and what can be done online and what cannot be done would be required to obtain the needed information. There are some items that an attorney or other legal staffperson would need to be involved in. In some occasions it might be necessary to go to the courthouse to pay fines, pull up documents and get answers to questions if needed. Good luck.

We got married here, and everyone from security, to the clerk, and the judge was super nice!! There…read morewas only 3 couples getting married, we were the second ones to go and we loved how quick it was. We were able to take pictures and video in the courtroom so we have those memories forever. Thank you everyone here at the Kendall County Court House.

I have visited many courthouses in my lifetime. I'm the daughter of two lawyers, I did mock trial…read morein undergraduate for four years, and I worked for a local domestic violence shelter, so I know my courthouses, and this is by far one of the best. The sheriffs here are wonderful and very nice. You can bring your cell phone into the building, you just have to turn it off when you go into the courtrooms. The Clerks are all wonderful and very helpful, the only downside is there aren't as many of them as you'll find in other courthouses so sometimes you have to wait in line. The judges in this county are also great. If I needed a divorce this is where I would want to get it. The judges are all fair, and well versed in the law. Overall I would say Kendall County Courthouse should be an example to other counties as to how to run their courthouses.

Okay, I didn't read the reviews before I had to report for jury duty. Let me help you out…read more This complex consists of multiple buildings. DO NOT turn in at the "Main Entrance" which is a stop light. I wish I had known that because even though the sign says building 505 the actual drive ends at 501 with no additional signs. However, if you enter at the "North Entrance" I am pretty sure there are signs pointing in the right direction. The reason this is a problem is because the number for this building in on the east side of the building and driving up ~ you are looking at the west side of the building. So, drive to the end and enter the free parking garage. It will be busy and looks very crowded ~ that is because you can only drive one way and it just takes you in a loop. However, if you follow the "out" sign instead of the "parking" sign there are tons of available parking spaces. The garage is not attached directly to building 505 but just a short distance which may impact weather related dress and accessories. Once in the building there is 1 security check point and everything goes through the scanner. The wait time was not extensive. The jury room is spacious, coffee, tea, and ice water are provided. There are vending machines for other items. Restrooms are within the confines of the room. Just bring something to help you pass the time, and, yes, cell phones and laptops are allowed. You receive your check when you leave.

Blonde lady's got a nasty attitude that someone should check you should also probably post your…read moretimes open online so people don't come outside of business hours - why give me a ticket and then not allow me to pay that ticket makes no sense whole process is a joke

Beautiful day to be off work and hang out in one of my favorite places; downtown Chicago. Love my…read morecity. Chosen to appear to be a possible juror. I always show up excited that I will get picked. My brothers tease me and call me crazy for wanting to spend my day in court. My husband tells me that it's nothing like what I see on television. I keep saying, how will I know if I don't get picked. Lol. The holding area was pretty full today. Both sides were filled with hopefuls using cell phones, iPads or laptops. Some as entertainment others for work. Some hoping to hurry up and leave, while others, like myself I imagine were hoping to be chosen. There was a short video to watch explaining Jury Duty. After about twenty minutes of sitting they randomly began to call panel numbers. Number 1, 11 and 13. I started to get restless from sitting and my lower back began to hurt. I stood up, stretched and walked around the room. The Sheriff announced that there were people asking to leave for food or to smoke. It was explained that we are not allowed to leave and there would be a break for lunch. Then they would call more numbers. I would much rather be sitting in the courtroom taking notes for a case. During my thirty minute lunch break, I didn't go far. I sat in the provided fold up chairs and enjoyed a FREE concert. Elvis had just stepped off the stage. But Rico Michael Jackson was beginning his first song. Beautiful voice and very engaging. They even announced they would love to take pictures. There is always something cool going on here at Daley Plaza. After we returned from lunch, we were instructed to listen for our number to be called, and to line up in a single file. Our checks were ready and our civic service was good till next year. I did not get picked. Oooh 35$

Named after one of Chicago's longest serving Mayors, the Daley Plaza (we call it) is one of the…read moremost recognizable buildings downtown. The tall brown rectangular structure has several offices inside, mostly occupied by the county for courts and administrative purposes. On the outside, the open space plaza has been the site for many protest, festivals, events and display shows. The renowned Chicago Picasso is located here. I have been here many times, lots of memories.

This place bites. I needed to get some documents from the vital records office and when we got…read morethere, the security guard said that office was closed (I guess that's why there were people pouring out of the building a few minutes after 4 pm). He also told me that apparently the vital records office runs on an appointment only basis. Yet when I made my appointment for the following day, they let folks in who didn't have an appointment. Weird. I don't really love this new development, especially since you don't know about it unless you show up or I guess look at their website beforehand. This is a relatively new system, because when I went to pick up some record a couple years ago from this same office at this courthouse and was able to walk in and do it within fifteen minutes. And when you get there they make you sit directly next to one another--four of us were sitting elbow to below when there were at least a dozen and a half chairs there. If you want to walk in, go downtown for assistance.

The lady who eventually helped me was a pro, and very helpful. The walk from the garage to the…read moreroom I needed was nearly 2 blocks. A lot of cops looking authoritative standing around by the metal detector. Yes, you will need to remove your belt. The place isn't handicap-friendly. Come prepared.