Illinois Lawsuits & Disputes Legal Guides (12 found)

Written by Barry Benjamin Kreisler
A primer to the use of the eviction process to collect past due assessments and other amounts due to Illinois Condominium and Town Home Associations from their members.
5 of 5 users found this helpful. Posted in Litigation 11 months ago. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Kevin Lee Linder
A guide to legal terms and the legal process. Helpful to read before you hire a lawyer.
Posted in Lawsuits / Disputes 9 months ago. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Alan James Brinkmeier
When preparing to pursue the appeal process take care to draft the appeal notice so that all relief your client seeks becomes part of the appeal.
5 of 9 users found this helpful. Posted in Appeals 9 months ago. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Erik Glen Swanson
There’s a knock on the door. It’s the sheriff. You’ve just been served. Now what? The following guide aims to give you a general procedural outline of defending a lawsuit in Illinois. It does not include every possible event and is not a substitute for case-specific legal advice.
1 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted in Lawsuits / Disputes 8 months ago. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Michael J. Helfand
The DuPage County courts are also known as the 18th judicial district of Illinois. It's the second largest court system in the state. If you live in DuPage County, or have a dispute there, you will find hundreds of attorneys to choose from.
Posted in Lawsuits / Disputes 5 months ago. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Alan James Brinkmeier
Small Claims Court is a special part of the Court that was set up for people to represent themselves in simple civil cases. Here is a list of answers to frequent questions.
6 of 8 users found this helpful. Posted in Lawsuits / Disputes 3 months ago. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Alan James Brinkmeier
Going to small claims court can be somewhat confusing and can cause anxiety. This legal guide points out a few helpful tips to outline how you might organize and prepare for the small claims testimony.
Posted in Lawsuits / Disputes 2 months ago. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Michael J. Helfand
You've probably heard attorneys market themselves or their firm by promising "no fee upfront." This is called a contingency fee, and is common in many types of cases. Below is a guide explaining when you can expect to pay nothing upfront.
Posted in Lawsuits / Disputes 2 months ago. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Alan James Brinkmeier
One of the key litigation documents is the formal written complaint filed with the court by the plaintiff. If you are representing yourself, you are expected to conduct yourself professionally and to follow the same rules an attorney would. This guide describes the basic elements of the Complaint.
0 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted in Litigation 2 months ago. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Alan James Brinkmeier
If you have been injured due to someone else's negligence, you may consider filing a personal injury lawsuit. If your injury is not serious you may want to pursue other options.
Posted in Litigation 21 days ago. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Michael J. Helfand
If you are called to testify in an Illinois court case, you might be wondering what to expect, and you may be nervous. Here are some pointers to keep you focused and calm and on the right track. If you have an attorney, they are the best source on what to expect in your particular case.
Posted in Lawsuits / Disputes about 1 month ago. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Avvo Staff
Many legal resources are available for free or at low cost. This guide covers those resources of most interest to Illinois consumers looking for urgent legal guidance.
3 of 6 users found this helpful. Posted 12 months ago. Jurisdiction: Illinois