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Lawyers, Low-Income Housing & Other Resources
April 23, 2010 – 11:00 pm | 12 Comments

This is an informational resource list. None of the following organizations have affiliation with the Metropolitan Tenants Organization.
Legal Organization Referrals
Evictions (tenant must be low-income)
Lawyers Committee for Better Housing (referral must be faxed)…………..312-784-3527
Chicago Volunteer Legal Services …

Special Police Order 93-12 for Lockouts
February 12, 2010 – 2:38 pm | One Comment

Special Police Order 93-12

Tenants and Foreclosure – FAQ
December 14, 2009 – 1:11 pm | 47 Comments

Tenants impacted by foreclosure: Frequently Asked Questions
What is a foreclosure?
When an owner falls behind in mortgage payments, foreclosure is the court process by which a bank forces the sale of a building used as security …

Find Your Landlord’s Contact Information
November 2, 2009 – 2:46 pm | No Comment

Landlord’s Name
First, you must find out the Property Identification Number (PIN) of your building. Online, you can try www.newschicago.org. If the website is down or it is not finding your building, you can call the …

Evictions – FAQ
November 2, 2009 – 1:46 pm | 70 Comments

NOTE: If your landlord lives in your building, see the “Exceptions” note on the right side of this page.
What must my landlord do if he/she wants to have me evicted?
She must file a lawsuit …

Eviction Court Bench Book
November 2, 2009 – 12:20 pm | No Comment

Eviction.ct.Bench.book