NOTE: If an emergency matter, as defined in Local Rule 77.2, arises outside of regular business hours, arrangements to bring that matter before the emergency judge may be made by calling (312) 777-3838. The caller may leave a voice mail message at this number, including the telephone number where he or she can be reached. The judge's clerk will return the call. As an alternative, an email message concerning the emergency can be sent to Emergency_Judge@ilnd.uscourts.gov. The judge’s clerk will respond.