Grundy County Civil Court Records
Grundy County civil court records are filed with and maintained by the Circuit Court Clerk in Morris, the county seat. The 13th Judicial Circuit handles all civil cases in Grundy County. You can search case records for free online through Judici.com, or visit the clerk's office in Morris to request copies and certified documents. This page explains how to find Grundy County civil court records, what they include, how eFiling works, and where to get legal help.
Grundy County Quick Facts
Grundy County Circuit Clerk Office
The Circuit Court Clerk of Grundy County maintains all civil court records filed in the county. The clerk's office processes new case submissions, stores case files, and provides copies to the public. Staff can help you locate a case number, understand what documents are available, and tell you the current fee schedule. Like all circuit court clerks in Illinois, the Grundy County clerk cannot give legal advice on your situation or interpret what records mean for your case.
The clerk's office is in Morris, which serves as the county seat and the primary civil filing location for the 13th Judicial Circuit in Grundy County. Office hours are Monday through Friday, excluding court holidays. Call ahead before visiting to confirm hours and any specific procedures for viewing records in person. Morris is a manageable drive from many parts of northeastern Illinois, making in-person visits practical for Grundy County residents.
| Office | Circuit Court Clerk, Grundy County |
|---|---|
| County Seat | Morris, Illinois |
| Judicial Circuit | 13th Judicial Circuit |
| Online Access | Judici.com |
Under 705 ILCS 105/16(6), civil court records are public and open for inspection in Illinois during regular office hours. The clerk cannot restrict access except for records sealed by court order or restricted under statute.
Civil Court Records Search in Grundy County
Grundy County participates in Judici.com, the free online case search platform covering 82 Illinois counties. Go to judici.com and search by name, case number, or attorney. Results include case type, filing date, party names, and the full docket with hearing dates and orders. No account is required.
The statewide re:SearchIL database at researchil.tylerhost.net is also available for free. It covers multiple courts across Illinois and is useful when you need to check records in Grundy County and adjacent counties like Will or Kankakee at the same time.
A note about Joliet: Joliet straddles the Grundy and Will county line. Most Joliet civil filings go through Will County, where Joliet's primary courthouse is located. If you are looking for a civil case tied to the Joliet area, check Will County first. For cases filed specifically in Grundy County, the Morris clerk's office and Judici.com are your primary resources.
The screenshot below shows the Illinois Court Help portal, which connects Grundy County residents to online civil court records and legal assistance resources.
What Grundy County Civil Court Records Contain
Civil court records in Grundy County document every step of a case. Each record has the case number, names of all parties, the case type, and the filing date. The docket shows all events in chronological order, including complaints, motions, responses, hearings, and court orders.
The physical case file holds all the actual documents. This includes the initial complaint or petition, any answers filed by the opposing side, motions and supporting papers, exhibits, court orders, and the final judgment. Grundy County civil court records cover small claims, debt cases, property disputes, and all other civil matters filed with the 13th Judicial Circuit. The public can access these records by contacting the clerk's office in Morris.
Some records are not public. Juvenile cases are sealed by law. Adoption records are confidential. Records sealed by court order are restricted. Personal information like Social Security numbers is redacted from public copies. For any standard civil case, the file is open and copies are available from the clerk's office.
Electronic Filing in Grundy County
All civil filings in Grundy County must go through eFileIL at efile.illinoiscourts.gov. Electronic filing is mandatory for all civil cases, including new filings, motions, and responses. The system is available 24 hours a day.
You must register an account and file through an approved Electronic Filing Service Provider, or EFSP. The EFSP processes your submission and delivers it to the Grundy County court. Exemptions cover those who are incarcerated, people with disabilities that prevent eFiling, those filing a will, parties in juvenile cases, and filers with a good cause exemption granted by the court.
Court forms approved by the Illinois Supreme Court are available at illinoiscourts.gov/documents-and-forms/approved-forms. Download the appropriate form, fill it out, and upload it through your EFSP to submit to the Grundy County circuit court. Illinois Court Help can walk you through the process if you are unsure which form to use or how to complete the eFiling steps.
Fees for Grundy County Civil Court Records
Copy fees for Grundy County civil court records follow the Illinois statutory schedule. A case search costs up to $6.00 per year searched. Copies cost up to $6.00 per page. The base rate is $2.00 for the first page, $0.50 for pages two through twenty, and $0.25 per page after that. Certified copies carry a higher fee. Contact the clerk's office in Morris to confirm the current certified copy rate before you visit.
Fees are set by 705 ILCS 105/27.1b. They can change. Always check with the clerk before sending payment or making a trip.
Online searches through Judici.com are free of charge. The Illinois Supreme Court suspended the electronic access fee under Supreme Court Rule 313 effective May 1, 2025. Looking up Grundy County civil court records online now costs nothing. Physical copies from the Morris clerk's office still carry the per-page fee schedule above.
Legal Help for Grundy County Civil Cases
The Grundy County Circuit Clerk's office can help you find civil court records and forms. Staff cannot give legal advice. For civil case guidance, these free resources serve Grundy County residents.
Illinois Court Help is free and available statewide. Call (833) 411-1121, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM. The site is at ilcourthelp.gov. Staff speak more than 200 languages and can explain how civil cases work in Grundy County, help with court forms, and connect you with local legal aid groups. They do not represent clients in court.
Illinois Legal Aid Online at illinoislegalaid.org offers free legal information and a guide on getting copies of court records at illinoislegalaid.org/legal-information/how-get-copies-your-court-records. ILAO also helps connect you with legal aid organizations and attorneys who serve Grundy County and the broader 13th Judicial Circuit area.
Cities in Grundy County
Morris is the county seat and largest city in Grundy County, where all civil court filings are processed. Other communities in the county include Coal City, Minooka, and Diamond. None of these cities have populations over 50,000. All civil court records for Grundy County residents, regardless of which town they live in, are filed with the Circuit Court Clerk in Morris. Joliet, which sits near the Grundy and Will County border, handles most of its civil filings through Will County's court system in Joliet's downtown courthouse.
Nearby Counties
Grundy County is in northeastern Illinois and borders four other counties. If you are not certain whether a civil case was filed in Grundy County or a neighboring county, check the courthouse address on any papers you have received.