This section applies to court-annexed arbitration in Cook County. The arbitration rules of the Illinois Supreme Court are referenced within. In this circuit, the amount in controversy must not exceed $30,000. The rule outlines the qualifications to be an arbitrator, procedures for the scheduling of hearings, discovery, administration of the hearings, and awards and judgments.
Cook County Circuit Court Local Rule 18.00: Mandatory Arbitration
Feb. 24, 2003http://www.cookcountycourt.org/FORATTORNEYSLITIGANTS/RulesoftheCourt.aspx