Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Illinois

Re: rent

There is no "fastest" way because there is only one way--by filing a complaint in forcible entry and detainer. If you try any other way, e.g., turning off utilities, changing locks, removing doors, you are getting yourself into more hot water than you can imagine. Do it right, and if you are unsure of how to do it, hire an attorney.

Re: rent

Unfortunately, the best and perhaps quickest way is to file a suit - forcible detainer (eg, eviction). Most attorneys handle such actions for a relatively reasonable fee. You can force them out of the apartment through that action and obtain a judgment for the unpaid amounts.

Let me know if you have any more questions -

Thanks,

Adam Tracy, Esq.

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Re: rent

The first step is serving a 5 day notice (available at stationery stores). Then you have to file a forcible eviction (joint action for possession and rent due). Then you have them served by the sheriff. Then you get a judgment. Then you have the sheriff enforce it (if necessary) by forcibly removing the tenants. Contact me if you have any more questions.

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