Legal Question in Civil Litigation in Illinois

My business partner lives in my apartment with me. She does not own a home because she is a foreigner and not a US citizen. I have asked her to leave but she stated she will only leave if I give her half of my property. She has no rightful, legal claim to my property. I never told her I would give her any share. How can I make her leave?

Asked on 12/21/10, 12:59 pm

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Zedrick Braden III Ainsworth & Associates PC

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Hello. This is somewhat awkward due to your business arrangement. However, the best way to proceed is to serve your business partner with a 30 day notice of termination of tenancy. Fill the affidavit out completely as to when and where you served her. In fact, you may want to have a third party serve her. If she does not move within the 30 days, then you have a right to file a forcible eviction action against her in court. I anticipate that once you serve her with the 30 day notice, your relationship with her will deteriorate significantly which may have an adverse affect upon your business. I suggests that you prepare for this possibility. You definitely should retain an attorney at this time to assist you.

Answered on 12/27/10, 12:28 am

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