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Property Damage Legal Steps
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For damages over $100,000, file in the Circuit Court. Prepare a complaint detailing the damage and your claim. Gather evidence like documents and photos. Visit the court clerk for filing instructions. Consider pro bono or contingency legal services if needed.Full Conversation
tony ohls
Hi Tony! How can I assist you with your legal issue today?
i am a rental property owner the property management company i hired did maintenance work that resulted in over a hundred thousand damage. Cannot afford a lawyers so i am doing this pro se idk what all documents to fill out or who to file them
Hey Tony! Handling this pro se can be challenging, but I can guide you through the basics. You'll likely need to start by filing a complaint in the appropriate court. Here are some steps you might consider:
- Determine the Correct Court: Depending on the amount in controversy, you might need to file in Circuit Court.
- Prepare the Complaint: Include details of the damage, your contractual relationship with the property management company, and your claim for damages.
- Evidence: Gather all relevant documents, photos, contracts, and communications.
- File the Complaint: Submit your complaint to the court clerk and pay any necessary filing fees.
Would you like more detailed guidance or information on how to file in a specific court?
- Determine the Correct Court: Depending on the amount in controversy, you might need to file in Circuit Court.
- Prepare the Complaint: Include details of the damage, your contractual relationship with the property management company, and your claim for damages.
- Evidence: Gather all relevant documents, photos, contracts, and communications.
- File the Complaint: Submit your complaint to the court clerk and pay any necessary filing fees.
Would you like more detailed guidance or information on how to file in a specific court?
yes
Tony, here's what you can do to file your complaint in Illinois:
- Identify the Court: For damages over $*,*, you'll likely need to file in the Circuit Court.
- Draft Your Complaint: Clearly outline the damages, your relationship with the management company, and your claim.
- Gather Evidence: Collect all relevant documents, photos, and communications related to the case.
- File the Complaint: Visit the court clerk's office to submit your complaint and pay any fees.
Would you like assistance with finding the specific court or any additional resources?
- Identify the Court: For damages over $*,*, you'll likely need to file in the Circuit Court.
- Draft Your Complaint: Clearly outline the damages, your relationship with the management company, and your claim.
- Gather Evidence: Collect all relevant documents, photos, and communications related to the case.
- File the Complaint: Visit the court clerk's office to submit your complaint and pay any fees.
Would you like assistance with finding the specific court or any additional resources?
yes need help with what papers i need to fill out and what level of court would this be
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Hey Tony, it sounds like you might be dealing with a significant issue. Here are some steps you can take:
- Identify the Court: For damages over $*,*, the Circuit Court is appropriate.
- Prepare Documents: You'll need a complaint form, evidence, and any contractual agreements.
- Visit Court Clerk: They can provide specific forms and filing instructions.
Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can better assist you with your case?
Hey Tony, it sounds like you might be dealing with a significant issue. Here are some steps you can take:
- Identify the Court: For damages over $*,*, the Circuit Court is appropriate.
- Prepare Documents: You'll need a complaint form, evidence, and any contractual agreements.
- Visit Court Clerk: They can provide specific forms and filing instructions.
Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can better assist you with your case?
do not have money to hire a lawyer need pro bono or contingency attorney
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Tony, considering the significant damage you're dealing with, it might be a high-value case, and connecting with local lawyers could be beneficial. They might offer pro bono or contingency services. Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can assist you further?
Tony, considering the significant damage you're dealing with, it might be a high-value case, and connecting with local lawyers could be beneficial. They might offer pro bono or contingency services. Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can assist you further?
sure although i have on my own contacted * already
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Tony, it seems like a high-value case due to the extent of the damages involved. Let's proceed with gathering some information for referrals to local lawyers who might work on a contingency basis or offer pro bono services.
Can you please provide your phone number?
Tony, it seems like a high-value case due to the extent of the damages involved. Let's proceed with gathering some information for referrals to local lawyers who might work on a contingency basis or offer pro bono services.
Can you please provide your phone number?
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