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For Chicago Landlords Who Have Had Enough

Chicago Landlord Attorney: Evictions, RLTO Defense, Leases, and Notices

We represent landlords who have had enough. If your tenant stopped paying and you've tried being reasonable, let them know the next steps. We do hundreds of evictions yearly, all backed by a locked fee guarantee. In landlord-tenant matters we represent property owners only and do not represent tenants. Tenants who need help can call Cook County Legal Aid for Housing and Debt at (855) 956-5763.

New for 2026: Public Act 103-1031 requires the IDHR Summary of Rights under the Safe Homes Act attached as the first page of every written residential lease, with signatures, at a $100 to $2,000 penalty. It took effect January 1, 2026. My lease guide covers the requirement, and my Illinois landlord rights guide covers what you may and may not do once the lease is signed.

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Key Facts

Fees, timelines, and statistics verified September 21, 2026. Firm figures are from Abdilla and Associates case files, not court statistics. Court counts are from the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts and the Cook County Sheriff, compiled on the Chicago eviction statistics page.

What Problems Bring Chicago Landlords to This Office?

Landlords call after a tenant stops paying, stops responding, or claims to know their rights.

What you tried wasn't wrong; it just doesn't work with tenants who've stopped acting in good faith.

"They said they'd pay next week..."

"Next week" turned into next month. You weren't stupid for believing them; you were reasonable.

"They stopped responding..."

When texts go unanswered, the negotiation is over. They're running out the clock because they know the system is slow.

"They said they 'know their rights'..."

They're bluffing. We call that bluff professionally. Most fold when they see an attorney on the other side.

You've done everything you could. None of it worked. Now let us finish it.

What Are the Numbers Behind a Chicago Eviction?

The office handles 150+ landlord cases a year, wins 99% of them, and has 12+ years of experience.

We're in eviction court 4+ days per week. The judges know us by name.

150+ Landlord Cases Each Year
99% Success Rate
12+ Years Experience
4+ Days/Week in Court

What Does a Chicago Landlord Attorney Cost?

A Chicago eviction is $1,600 flat, and suburban evictions range from $895 to $1,250.

Flat-fee pricing. No hourly billing surprises. Ever.

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Chicago Eviction

Complete representation from notice to possession

$1,600

Flat fee, Chicago†

  • βœ“ All required notices (5-day, 10-day, 30-day, Fair Notice)
  • βœ“ Court filing and ALL appearances, same price
  • βœ“ Back rent judgment included
  • βœ“ Section 8 / CHA procedure handling
  • βœ“ Tenant counterclaim defense
  • βœ“ Post-victory enforcement roadmap
Start Your Eviction β†’

† Client pays court filing fee ($389.25) and process server (~$155) directly.

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The Locked Fee Guarantee*

Your price is locked the moment you hire us, through trial when the tenant has no lawyer. We don't care how hard your tenant fights; that's our problem, not yours. If the tenant's lawyer forces contested depositions and discovery, that work is billed hourly, with payment plans available.

Tenant files 10 motions? Same price.
Case takes 200 days? Same price.
Tenant gets a lawyer? Usually same price.

And if we resolve faster than expected, we refund you the difference.

* Applies to residential non-jury cases.

πŸ“ Lease Drafting & Review: $350

RLTO-compliant, required disclosures, 24-hour turnaround.

πŸ›‘οΈ RLTO & Security Deposit Defense

Free consultation to discuss your case.

Suburban properties? DuPage $895 Β· Kane $995 Β· Suburban Cook $895-$1,250 by district. Call for details.

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Get the Exact Eviction Notices We File, Free

The Illinois Supreme Court standardized forms we serve for our own clients. Enter your email and all three download instantly.

  • βœ“ 5-Day Notice: Non-Payment of Rent
  • βœ“ 10-Day Notice: Lease Violation
  • βœ“ 30-Day Notice: Non-Renewal of Tenancy

Official Illinois Supreme Court forms, provided as-is, not legal advice. We may follow up by email; no spam, unsubscribe anytime.

What Chicago Landlords Say

Real reviews from property owners we've helped

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"Justin was very helpful and guided me on steps I have to do prior to having a potential eviction case. His tone and responses were very kind and knowledgeable."

Mayra R., Landlord

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"I can't recommend Abdilla and Associates enough! Their professionalism, expertise, and dedication made all the difference in resolving my case. From start to finish, they communicated clearly, kept me informed, and truly advocated for my best interests!"

Nidia E., Chicago Landlord

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"Very humane and landlord empathetic eviction lawyer! His answers are clear and concise. Thank you so much :)"

SeyitBek U., Property Owner

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"Justin evicted a tenant of mine in record time. It's unheard of and I just did not think it was possible to get this tenant out so fast. Only eight weeks."

William G., Real Estate Investor

Resolved through negotiated settlement

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"Justin was highly recommended to us and we're very pleased with his services. He's an amazing attorney, very knowledgeable of landlords rights, and will start working immediately to protect your investment. He's a very honest individual who discounted $1K because my tenant moved out after receiving his notice."

Bert W., Chicago Landlord

What Else Does the Office Handle for Landlords?

Besides evictions, the office forms LLCs, represents LLCs in court, and handles identity protection for landlords.

Most landlords who call about an eviction also need one of these:

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LLC Court Representation

An LLC cannot represent itself in court. If your LLC needs to evict or file a lawsuit, an attorney must appear. We handle both the formation and the litigation.

Identity Protection

Fake reviews from a bad tenant? Photos stolen for a fake listing? We use facial recognition to find and stop online impersonation. From $500.

You've read this far for a reason

Why Do Landlords Wait Too Long to Call?

Landlords wait because they keep trying to work things out with a tenant who has already stopped acting in good faith.

"I wish I'd called two months ago."

Every month you spend trying to "work with" a tenant who's stopped acting in good faith is another month of losses.

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