Legal Question in Civil Litigation in Illinois

Dismissing a small claims suit

I filed a claim in small claims court against someone who owed me money. We have since settled.

My question is do I have to do anything to dismiss the lawsuit? Or will taking no further action be okay?


Asked on 4/23/09, 12:07 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Burton Padove Indiana and Illinois Lawyer, Burton A. Padove

Re: Dismissing a small claims suit

You have options, depending on the facts of your case. If there is a judgment, you need to file a release and satisfaction of judgment. If no judgment, then you need to file a stipulation to dismiss.

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Answered on 4/23/09, 12:11 pm


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