Ill. R. Cir. Ct. Dupage Cnty. 21.11

As amended through September 23, 2024
Rule 21.11 - APPOINTMENT OF COUNSEL/EXPERTS
(a) A biological or legal parent who appears in an Adoption proceeding is entitled to have legal counsel. If that person is indigent, the Court is required to appoint counsel. If an individual seeks appointment of counsel, an Affidavit of Assets and Liabilities must be completed and presented to the Court for review on the 10:00 a.m. call.
(b) Said counsel will be appointed from a list of attorneys maintained by the Presiding Judge of the Chancery Division or in accordance with the policies and procedures of the DuPage County Legal Assistance Foundation.
(c) Fees in such cases cannot exceed the hourly rate for appointed counsel set by Supreme Court Rule. Requests for fees must be made by Petition either verified or supported by an affidavit detailing the time expended and work performed which was necessary in representing the client's interest. To facilitate payment, the petition should also include a copy of the Affidavit of Assets and Liabilities signed by the client and the order of appointment.

Ill. R. Cir. Ct. Dupage Cnty. 21.11