Yes, it is legal and a widespread practice. Some landlords seek a move-in fee AND a security deposit. Other landlords have a move-in fee and a...

Can you tell me how I go about filing a Will.

It does matter. If the decedent last resided in Illinois, then the filing of the should be at the Daley Center, 50 W. Washington,...

In IL my mom died..no will..4 adult children...how can we have the house title transferred to our names as owners?

My understanding of the section is that the "per stirpes" provides for distribution to living descendants divided by each "branch" (the meaning of...

There are many, many resources for the divorcing parent in your situation and the key to protecting yourself and your family is to be as well...

Is it against the law to record a phone conversation in the State of Illinois?

This question often comes up in family law cases where one spouse makes threats against another spouse. Phone threats are illegal in their own. In...

There are time frames built into the process of probating an estate. For example, a publication is generally required that shortens the period...

Divorce record on 3/30 says order leave to file. Then it says judgment. I called and they said it was final on 3/30. True?

In a divorce case, there are certain items where the court retains the power to modify--such as in questions of visitation and child support....

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What to do with an unused company name?

A good place to research the requirements for your Illinois business is the Business Services department of the Secretary of State office. There...

Need help with non-compete

Have you considered consulting a lawyer in person who will review all the paperwork and the agreements you signed? It is wise to seek a lawyer...

My partner and I are no longer together, I stayed at our old cl space & she moved on - can she sign a lease without me?

What does "cl space" stand for? "Commercial lease" maybe? Is the partnership being dissolved? Will partnership business be conducted in the new...