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Illinois notice of appeal deadline
Quick answer
In Illinois, you generally must file a notice of appeal within 30 days after entry of the final judgment (Ill. S. Ct. R. 303(a)(1)).
Ill. S. Ct. R. 303(a)(1)
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How the deadline works
Under Ill. S. Ct. R. 303(a)(1), the notice of appeal is due within 30 days after entry of the final judgment. A timely post-trial motion runs the 30 days from the order disposing of it; a limited 30-day grace exists under Rule 303(d). A deadline landing on a weekend or court holiday moves to the next business day.
Questions
- How long do I have to file a notice of appeal in Illinois?
- Generally 30 days after entry of the final judgment, under Ill. S. Ct. R. 303(a)(1). This deadline is treated as jurisdictional — calendar it conservatively.
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