In addition to automatically staying claims against the debtor, the Bankruptcy Code provides other (albeit narrower) protection when co-debtors are...

We mistakenly missed our appearance and answer within 30 days of being served with a foreclosure suit. Can we still do it late?

Absolutely. Appear at tomorrow’s hearing. Request an opportunity to file an appearance and answer or otherwise plead. This is liberally granted...

Is there any way to fight a foreclosure after a confirmation of sale but less than 2 years from that confirmation of sale?

Pursuant to the Illinois Code of Civil Procedure, a litigant is allowed the proverbial two bites at the apple to vacate a default order or other...

My ex spouse owes me almost $2000 in fees (soccer, band, etc). What can I do? I would hate going to an attorney who will charge

Rule to Show Cause will be needed as your ex-spouse is likely in contempt of your marital settlement agreement.

Can any fees be waived due to my personal situation?

If you cannot afford to pay the full filing fee at the time of filing, you may apply to pay the filing fee in installments. Typically, the court...