Judge Jeff Watson

Applies to

Small claims answer

Defendants have 30 days from the first appearance date listed on the summons to pay the answer fee or seek a waiver.

Applies to

Civil case filing

Civil cases require payment of the proper fees at filing unless a civil fee waiver is presented.

The listed fees are not charged to state or local government units or school districts unless the court orders another party to pay on their behalf, and the fee requirements do not apply to law enforcement agencies.

BEFORE coming to the Courthouse, check your court date as many court dates and times have changed. This can be accomplished by contacting the St. Clair County Circuit Clerk.

A person who cannot appear because of COVID-19 symptoms or exposure should notify their attorney, or the Circuit Clerk if unrepresented.

Phone

618-825-2534

All settings to be scheduled directly with Judge Cannady. Personal contact: Chambers phone 618-825-2534 or Thomas.cannady@co.st-clair.il.us

Applies to

Written motion

A party unable to use Zoom for a video or telephone conference must file a written motion before the scheduled hearing.

Applies to

Summons

Parents should fill out request for appointed attorney (if necessary) and fill out PD Contact Form

Applies to

Notice of hearing

A notice of hearing must contain and prominently display the universal link for the assigned judge's Zoom account.

Criminal jury trials are continued until August 3, 2020, or a further Illinois Supreme Court order, and the delay is not attributed to the State or the Defendant.

Civil jury trials scheduled in 2020 must be vacated and reset case by case.

All June Arbitration Center settings are vacated and continued to a date to be determined.