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Warning! Many SERS members have recently received unsolicited, potentially misleading emails from companies not affiliated with SERS offering retirement counseling. These emails may appear to come from SERS or appear to represent SERS, they do not. SERS encourages members to be cautious of email solicitations and skeptical of any attempts by outside firms to request personal or financial information. SERS will NEVER contact you asking for personal information. If you are within a year of retirement and need an appointment, you can request an appointment by emailing SERS@srs.illinois.gov or by calling (217) 785-7444.

JRS Tier 1 Benefits

This information applies to all active judges who first became a judge prior to January 1, 2011. If you terminate employment with the State, your benefits will be determined by the law in effect on your last day of employment. This information is intended to serve as a supplement to the annual benefit statement, which includes your personal benefit information.

The retirement benefits apply to all Tier 1 members.

Temporary Disability Benefits

This benefit may be available in cases of temporary disability. These benefits are reduced by any amounts received under the Workers' Compensation Act or Occupational Diseases Act.

Permanent Disability Benefits

This benefit may be available if you become ill or injured from any cause. These benefits are reduced by any amounts received under the Workers' Compensation Act or Occupational Diseases Act.

Your eligible survivors, beneficiaries or estate may qualify for benefits upon your death. These benefits are reduced by any amounts received under the Workers' Compensation Act or Occupational Diseases Act.

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