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Palatine Landlord-Tenant Attorney

Landlord-tenant disputes can move quickly, especially when rent, housing, or property rights are on the line. Our Palatine landlord-tenant attorneys help landlords and tenants understand their options and take the next step with confidence.
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Protecting Your Rights in a Landlord-Tenant Dispute in Illinois

Illinois landlord-tenant issues can cause alot of stress for either the property owner or the renter. If a landlord's having to deal with a tenant who's not paying rent, or has broken the lease in some way - or is simply refusing to leave after the lease ran out, then they might need a bit of help getting them removed. On the other hand, a tenant may need to push back against an eviction, respond to notices that aren't quite right, or sort out some issues with the living conditions that are just not safe. At O’Flaherty Law, our Palatine landlord-tenant attorneys work with people on both sides of these disputes so they get a handle on the process, the things that could go wrong, and where things might end up.

Help for Landlords who Need to Evict a Tenant

Evicting a tenant in Illinois is a pretty formal process. Landlords usually can't just kick someone out, change the locks, shut off the utilities, or do anything else that isn't a part of the court system. Depending on the situation, the notice they send, the court filing, the service, the court appearance, and even getting an order for possession all matter a lot. Our attorneys can help landlords take a look at the lease terms, prepare & respond to eviction filings, get after the tenant for the rent they owe when it's time to do so, and make sure they don't make any mistakes that could slow down the case or create even more problems down the line.

Eviction Defense - and Representation for Tenants

For tenants, getting served with a notice to vacate or court papers can be just about overwhelming. Depending on the facts of the case, a tenant might have some pretty good defenses - whether it's because the notice wasn't done right, or there's a dispute over the rent, or maybe the lease needs to be looked at again, or the living conditions aren't up to snuff, or it could even be because of some kind of retaliation or discrimination. Our Palatine landlord-tenant lawyers can take a look at the situation, go over the options that are available, try to negotiate when it makes sense, and represent tenants in court if that's what's needed. Whether you're a landlord looking to protect your property, or a tenant trying to keep a roof over your head, O’Flaherty Law offers down-to-earth advice that'll help you get to where you need to go.

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The purpose of a consultation is to determine whether our firm is a good fit for your legal needs. Although we often discuss expected results and costs, our attorneys do not give legal advice unless and until you choose to retain us.

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1625 Colonial Parkway Unit K, Inverness, IL 60067

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Monday
9:00am - 6:00pm
Tuesday
9:00am - 6:00pm
Wednesday
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Thursday
9:00am - 6:00pm
Friday
9:00am - 6:00pm
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
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I am personally committed to ensuring that each one of our clients receives the highest level of client service from our team.  Our mission is to provide excellent legal work in a cost-effective manner while maintaining open lines of communication between our clients and their attorneys.  Many of our clients are going through difficult times in their lives when they reach out to us.  They should feel comfortable leaning on the experience and knowledge of our attorneys as their counselors and advocates.  We are here to help!

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