Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Illinois

Re: Notice of motion

The best thing to do, as the other attorney says, is to show up in court on the date they move for an order of possession. But what usually happens is that the order for possession is entered on the date it's up in court and possession is usually "stayed" for 30 days, giving you 30 more days of possession. Then after 30 days, the new owner (usually the bank) will give it to the sheriff to enforce. The sheriff is usually a couple weeks behind but is very busty right now (don't quote me because it varies).

What you may want to do is call the bank (or their attorneys) and offer to move out on a date certain. Sometimes, the bank even gives you a small financial incentive to do so ($500 - $1,000). Whether they're still doing that or not, I don't know.

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Re: Notice of motion

If you want an order regarding possession, it is a good idea to show up at the court date set by the notice of motion and request a specific date.