It would be difficult for the landlord to evict you for the cat. Since the lease is oral, it's hard to say what the terms are and you can't really...

How can I get the house into my name and who gets what?

If your father died without a will or other estate planning documents, the house was owned solely by him and he had no living spouse, his children...

Moving with my dog

A family member can't keep a person's dog because they paid for part of a vet bill. They may have a claim for money, but that doesn't give them...

My grandma is decease so my auntie is her power of attorney,Do my mom have any rights as well as my grandma daughter??

The agent under the power of attorney (your aunt) has no power since your grandma has died. Your mother needs to seek the assistance of a probate...

Is it common in IL to pay a probate attorney for an initial consultation?

Some offer free initial consultations some charge a small fee and some charge full rate. It really varies. Many attorneys have quit offering...

How do I submit a petition to terminate administration?

You should contact a probate lawyer right away, it's much easier to stop misconduct than fix it after the fact.

It is not a tenant's duty to notarize a 5-day notice. Illinois law does not allow for retaliatory evictions, but it does allow for evictions...

Interest requirement in Chicago

There are other exemptions to the RLTO, but they are rare.

Can I stay until the end of my lease agreement from the previous owner?

The analysis is pretty technical, but you probably have a right to 90 days notice. I the apartment is within Chicago you may have additional...

It is highly unlikely that you will be able to find a private attorney to work for free. We all run businesses to support our families. You can try...