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Landlords need a legal course of action that complies with Illinois law when a tenant refuses to pay rent, breaches the terms of a lease, or declines to vacate at the end of the lease. Evictions have strict notice requirements, filing procedures and court deadlines. If you make a mistake early in the process, it can delay your ability to get possession of your property back. O’Flaherty Law helps landlords prepare the correct notices, file their eviction actions, represent them in court and seek judgments for unpaid rent when appropriate.
Receiving an eviction notice doesn’t mean you have to move immediately. If you are a tenant in Illinois, you have important rights under the law, including the chance to respond in court and raise valid legal defenses when appropriate. If you are being evicted due to unpaid rent, improper notice, unsafe living conditions or any other reason, our attorneys will work to ensure tenants understand their options and will advocate on your behalf. We try to settle disputes when we can and prepare a good defense if we have to go to court.
Disputes between landlords and tenants are not just about who gets to occupy a property. Questions about how to interpret a lease, security deposits, property damage, unpaid rent or compliance with Illinois landlord-tenant laws can greatly affect the outcome of a case. At O’Flaherty Law, we represent both landlords and tenants and we have valuable insight into how each side approaches these disputes. Our lawyers offer pragmatic advice and straightforward communication, as well as customized legal strategies tailored to resolve disputes in the most efficient way possible while safeguarding our clients’ long-term interests.
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No. Except in very limited circumstances allowed by law, a landlord must obtain a court order before removing a tenant from a rental property. Self-help evictions, such as changing the locks, shutting off utilities, or removing a tenant's belongings without a court order, are generally prohibited in Illinois.
Do not ignore it. Review the documents carefully and appear at your scheduled court date. Missing a hearing can result in a default judgment. An attorney can review whether the landlord followed Illinois eviction procedures correctly and determine whether you have defenses or opportunities to negotiate a resolution.
Yes. Even if a tenant has already vacated the property, a landlord may still pursue a claim for unpaid rent, property damage, or other amounts owed under the lease. Whether those damages are recoverable depends on the lease terms, the facts of the case, and applicable Illinois law.