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Illinois request for production response deadline

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In Illinois, you generally must respond to a request for production within 28 days after service of the request (Ill. S. Ct. R. 214(c)).

Ill. S. Ct. R. 214(c)
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Estimates based on standard Illinois rules and court-holiday closures. For use by licensed attorneys only. This calculator is for informational purposes, is not legal advice, and does not create an attorney-client relationship. Verify every deadline and citation against the applicable rules and court orders before relying on it. See our Terms.

How the deadline works

Under Ill. S. Ct. R. 214(c), the response to the request for production is due within 28 days after service of the request. When the triggering paper is served by mail, Illinois Supreme Court Rule 12(c) adds 4 days for service by U.S. mail. A deadline landing on a weekend or court holiday moves to the next business day.

  • Served by mail? Illinois Supreme Court Rule 12(c) adds 4 days for service by U.S. mail. Select “Service by mail” above and the calculator applies it.
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Questions

How long do I have to respond to a request for production in Illinois?
Generally 28 days after service of the request, under Ill. S. Ct. R. 214(c).