Marion County Circuit Clerk Tiffany Schicker is this year’s Jeffery D. Colman Access to Justice Award recipient.
The award is given by the Illinois Supreme Court Commission on Access to Justice.
The award notes her background as a paralegal and deputy clerk before being elected Circuit Clerk gives her a unique perspective on how litigants navigate the court system. In her tenure as Circuit Clerk, Schicker has led several impactful initiatives, notably securing Access to Justice Improvement grant funds to enhance the courthouse experience. The improvements include installation of public Wi-Fi, the establishment of a comprehensive self-help center equipped with updated technology and signage and a forthcoming launch of a text message notification program for court users.
The commission added that Schicker is an active member of the Court Navigator Network where she facilitated a successful site visit for stakeholders across the state, highlighting her commitment to collaboration and innovation.