Questions answered by Joseph Andrew Brabender IV

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Landlord is refusing to give a copy of the lease

Joseph's answer | Answered on March 06, 2014

Your daughter and her friend should probably talk to an attorney. They are likely bound by the terms of the lease, but an attorney can demand the...

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Is it worthwhile to switch lawyers with only 2 months before trial?

Joseph's answer | Answered on March 04, 2014

Maybe, it depends on the type of case. Keep in mind that you will likely pay a hefty financial price for your new lawyer to get up to speed. If the...

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I did not sign a lease and moved out can I be sent to collections to pay for the rest of the year?

Joseph's answer | Answered on March 04, 2014

You were likely a month-to-month tenant, so there is no basis for holding you responsible for an entire year.

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I got accepted for an apartment, have all the text messages to prove it. They called and told me to bring in my move in fee.

Joseph's answer | Answered on March 04, 2014

Most likely not. Did you sign a written lease? If you do have a lease, you should have it reviewed by an attorney. If not, you likely still have a...

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My landlord is keeping part of my security deposit for partial rent in February 2014

Joseph's answer | Answered on March 04, 2014

A great deal will depend on the size if your building. If the building is 5 units or more, you will be able to use the powerful Security Deposit...

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Answering a demand letter?

Joseph's answer | Answered on March 03, 2014

At this point, assuming you have some assets/income to protect, you should retain your own attorney to help evaluate and resolve the matter. We...

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My APT is uninhabitable & landlord was cited w/violations. APT below was redone & for rent for more $$$. Constructive eviction?

Joseph's answer | Answered on March 03, 2014

You may have a right to terminate under a local law called the Chicago Residential Landlord and Tenant Ordinance. However, I'm a bit concerned that...

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Should I pursue a case against my client for not paying.

Joseph's answer | Answered on March 02, 2014

Assuming you have already repeatedly tried to contact the client to discuss non-payment and gotten nowhere, it may be time to retain an attorney to...

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Removed from a lease without my consent?

Joseph's answer | Answered on March 02, 2014

If you, your mother, and management have signed a new lease for next year your mother cannot unilaterally take you of the lease, even with...

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I believe my landlady will not return my security deposit. Can I use the deposit for my last month's rent?

Joseph's answer | Answered on March 01, 2014

Generally leases prohibit this, but it some circumstances an attorney may advise you to do it. The Security Deposit Return Act protects tenants in...

Joseph Andrew Brabender IV's Answers (5178)

Landlord is refusing to give a copy of the lease

Is it worthwhile to switch lawyers with only 2 months before trial?

I did not sign a lease and moved out can I be sent to collections to pay for the rest of the year?

I got accepted for an apartment, have all the text messages to prove it. They called and told me to bring in my move in fee.

My landlord is keeping part of my security deposit for partial rent in February 2014

Answering a demand letter?

My APT is uninhabitable & landlord was cited w/violations. APT below was redone & for rent for more $$$. Constructive eviction?

Should I pursue a case against my client for not paying.

Removed from a lease without my consent?

I believe my landlady will not return my security deposit. Can I use the deposit for my last month's rent?