Media


    How we can help

    Homeowners in foreclosure who have received a summons from the Circuit Court of Cook County can call the toll-free help line at 877.895.2444 (or 312.836.5222 TDD).

    Resources
    Learn about current resources that may be able to provide help.

    Fact Sheet
    View the fact sheet (PDF) for details about the program.

    Partners
    View the list of partners combining their expertise to assist with the mediation program.

    Media

    Media contacts:

    [NOTE: The following contact information is provided for journalists and members of the media ONLY. Homeowners in foreclosure who have received a court summons and wish to discuss their eligibility for housing counseling and mediation should call the toll-free help line at 877.895.2444 (or 312.836.5222 TDD). All others seeking information on mortgage foreclosure should click here for a list of available resources.]

    Ryan Kilpatrick
    312.335.0100 (office)
    312.623.1991 (cell)

    or

    Holly Dotterer
    312.335.0100 (office)
    773.727.3296 (cell)

    Releases & Announcements

    Mortgage Foreclosure Mediation Program Release (PDF)

    News Coverage

    Fee sought on foreclosure sales to help stem the tide (Chicago Tribune)

    Cook County launches foreclosure assistance program (Daily Herald)

    News & Events

    Check back for dates and times of informational events in your community

    Resources

    For a list of current resources that may be able to provide help, click here.

    DISCLAIMER: The Circuit Court of Cook County, Office of the Chief Judge provides this web site only as a source of public information on the Cook County Mortgage Foreclosure Mediation Program. All efforts are made to ensure that information and links are accurate and current. However, users should not cite this information as an official or authoritative source and are advised to independently verify all information. Information contained on this web site should in no way be construed as legal advice.
    ©2010 Office of the Chief Judge, Circuit Court of Cook County

    Quick Facts

    In order to participate in the program, homeowners must be Cook County residents living in the building in foreclosure, which may be a single-family home, condominium unit or apartment building with four or fewer units. If you think you may qualify, call toll-free at 877.895.2444 (or 312.836.5222 TDD) for more information.