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Notice of Hearing on Petition for Guardianship of a Minor

Illinois · Illinois Supreme Court · Effective November 1, 2025

This form is a notice that tells people about a court hearing for a minor child's guardianship. It asks the filer to provide the court date, time, and location for the hearing.

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This form is used after a Petition for Guardianship of a Minor has been filed, to make sure everyone who needs to know about the hearing receives official notice.

Either party may file.

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Common questions

Who needs to receive this notice?
The form states that the filer must send this notice to everyone who needs notice at least 7 days before the court date. This includes the minor's closest relatives, the short-term guardian, the standby guardian, and the minor if they are 14 or older.
How do I find the court date information?
The filer must enter the court date and time, and they are told to call the Circuit Clerk’s office to get this information. The form also provides space for the courtroom address and any remote appearance details.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect November 1, 2025.

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