Summons (Residential Foreclosure-Mediation)

EXHIBIT FM-1 - SUMMONS (RESIDENTIAL FORECLOSURE/MEDIATION). This form is used by the Circuit Court of the 17th Judicial Circuit, County of Boone, Illinois, to notify a defendant that a residential foreclosure lawsuit has been filed against them. This form informs the defendant that they must respond by filing an “Appearance” and an “Answer/Response” within 30 days of being served with the summons, or they risk having a default judgment entered against them. The form emphasizes that the case falls under the Residential Mortgage Foreclosure Mediation Program, which offers a free opportunity to potentially resolve the case outside of court. Detailed instructions for participating in mediation are provided in the attached documents. The summons also explains the requirement to electronically file documents (unless an exemption is granted) and offers information about court fee waivers for those who cannot afford filing fees. It provides guidance on how to attend the first court date—either in person or remotely—and includes resources for legal help and court support in both English and Spanish. The form includes instructions for law enforcement or a process server to properly complete and return proof of service. www.FormsWorkflow.com