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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.
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.
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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In Illinois, eviction is a court process. A landlord typically must give the tenant the proper written notice, wait for the notice period to expire, file an eviction case, have the tenant properly served, and appear in court. A tenant does not have to move out just because an eviction case has been filed. A judge must enter an order for possession before the eviction can be enforced.
Generally, no. Landlords should not use self-help eviction methods such as changing locks, removing belongings, shutting off utilities, or forcing a tenant out without a court order. In Illinois, only the sheriff can physically carry out an eviction after the proper court order has been entered.
Possible defenses depend on the facts of the case. Common issues may include improper notice, incorrect service, rent payment disputes, lease violations that did not occur, poor property conditions, retaliation, discrimination, or problems with the landlord’s filing. A tenant should act quickly because eviction cases can move fast, and missing a court date can seriously affect the outcome.