I make 85K a year and have 155K in unsecured debt

There is no quick answer for your question without additional information. Your eligibility depends on a number of factors, such as whether you...

Illinois does not have a marriage counseling requirement.

The tenants have the right to a jury trial. However, you can ask for use and occupancy while the case is pending. You should hire an attorney to...

MY question is this: Do we need to call and set this up or are they responsible? Can we be charged back pay and late fees?

You stated that your lease lists the utilities that your landlord is responsible for. If electricity is not one of them, you should call the...

What county do I file in

You should file in the county in which either of you resides, so either McHenry or Lake. As for your spouse's substance problem, you should speak...

What is the required notification time in terminating a month to month lease?

A 30 day notice is required to terminate a month to month rental agreement. However, if you have a written lease, there may be other provisions...

How to sell a house that needs work when you have to move to a different state?

You are not required to fix up the property in order to sell it. You can sell it "as is". If your mortgage is higher than what you can sell the...

There is no separation time requirement to file for divorce, unless your grounds are irreconcilable differences. You should definitely consult with...

My landlords real estate filed a forcible entry detainer case against me. Can he collect attorneys fees?

Did your landlord get a judgment for his or her attorney's fees? Such a judgment can only be obtained if the lease provides for it. Also, certain...

Hello, I have some questions about divorce.

If your divorce is uncontested, a judgment can be obtained fairly quickly. Many lawyers charge a flat fee for uncontested cases. You should contact...