The AOIC provides a guide of frequently asked questions relating to civil appeals in the Illinois Appellate Court (it does not cover criminal appeals). It is intended to assist self-represented litigants with understanding the steps necessary to file a civil appeal by addressing commonly asked questions about the process.
You may view individual sections below:
Section 1: The Basics of an Appeal
Section 2: Overview of Steps and Forms
Section 3: Information for the Appellee
Section 4: Notice of Appeal
Section 5: Request for Preparation of Record on Appeal
Section 6: Request for Report of Proceedings, Bystander’s Report, or Agreed Statement of Facts
Section 7: Docketing Statement
Section 8: Appellate Briefs
Section 9: Oral Argument
Section 10: The Appellate Court’s Decision
Section 11: Other Resources