Practice resources

These resources are written for legal professionals doing legal aid or pro bono work. If you do not have legal training, they may be difficult to understand. Visit resources from the main menu for legal information written and designed for the public.

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Bankruptcy and collections
Filing for bankruptcy, how to collect money, how to gain favorable judgment, and information on Chapters 7, 11, and 13. 2023 edition
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Business bankruptcy practice
Handbook on business bankruptcy including rules, alternatives, and representing secured and unsecured creditors. 2022 Edition.
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Car repossession manual
For repossession to occur, the lien holder must have a valid security interest and for vehicles a clear title.
Lawyer Manuals
Causes of action: Consumer actions 2020 edition
Defines consumer action and discusses relevant statutes in Illinois governing consumer actions. 2020 edition.
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Collection Litigation: Representing the Creditor 2022 edition
Manual that defines creditor rights and describes the court procedures, including pleadings regarding debt collection. 2022 edition
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Consumer bankruptcy practice 2022 edition
This resource is an essential guide in helping any attorney with clients involved in the challenging and complex process of filing for consumer bankruptcy. 2022 edition
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Consumer protection law 2023 edition.
Manual on the Consumer Fraud Act including unlawful practices, deceptive practices, and exemptions and inclusions. 2023 edition
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Helping clients understand money and property exempt from judgments
An article for lawyers that explains type of money and property that cannot be taken to repay judgments.
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Helping clients with post judgment debt collections
Information for attorneys about judgment liens on real estate and the post-judgment collection methods of creditors.
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Helping clients with wage and non-wage garnishments
Approaches to take when defending wage and non-wage garnishments.
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Helping clients with wage deductions
Describes how creditors can deduct from a consumer's wages when a judgment has been entered.
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Mechanics Liens
Manual on mechanics liens including purpose, nature, origin, defenses against contractor's and subcontractor's, and more. 2023 edition
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