I obviously agree with the other attorneys here. Do not agree to this scheme, you're only asking for trouble.

Do I need to have an established business to acquire a taxid in Illinois?

I would recommend you speak with a business formation attorney about possibly setting up a not-for-profit and see if an FEIN is appropriate. I do...

What do I do?

I have changed the practice area from "Government" to something more appropriate.

I have changed the practice area from "Tax" to something more appropriate.

You need to use the Find a Lawyer tab; attorneys cannot solicit in the Q and A.

I have changed the practice area from "State & Local" government to something more appropriate.

If you're the beneficiary, you put your SSN and info.

What do I do when blackmailed and have all the blackmailers info?

You should report it to the police.

I'm changing the practice area from "Financial Markets" to something more appropriate.

I have changed the practice area to something more appropriate.