SCOTUS says the National Trust likely lacks standing to challenge White House East Wing construction. Emergency order. Generalized institutional interest in historic preservation is not a concrete, particularized injury under Article III. Standing is an original limit on judicial power. Aesthetic or institutional disagreement with how the Executive uses federal property does not automatically open […]
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Seventh Circuit rejected a private group’s attempt to force Wisconsin to turn over voter-list records under the NVRA. Wisconsin is exempt because it offers Election-Day registration. The exemption relieves the State of a federal duty; it does not impose a unique burden that violates equal sovereignty. The NVRA rests on the Elections Clause, not § […]
When purchasing or holding real estate in Illinois, it is crucial to understand the different ways title can be held. One common method is tenancy in common, which has significant legal implications for property owners and their heirs. What is Tenancy in Common? Tenancy in common is a form of property ownership where two or […]
In Illinois, when seeking bond for a defendant in a domestic violence case, legal arguments in favor of issuance can focus on demonstrating that the defendant does not pose an unreasonable risk to public safety, is not a flight risk, and will comply with the terms of their release. Key arguments and strategies include: 1. […]
In the context of a living trust subject to Illinois law, an income beneficiary is typically defined as a person or entity entitled to receive income generated by the assets held within the trust. The income beneficiary receives distributions from the trust’s earnings, such as interest, dividends, rents, or other types of income generated by […]
When purchasing or holding real estate in Illinois, married couples have a unique option for taking title known as tenancy by the entirety. This form of ownership offers significant legal protections and benefits that are not available under other types of co-ownership.What is Tenancy by the Entirety? Tenancy by the entirety is a form of […]
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Illinois Estate Planning Alert: Why Updating Your Estate Plan in 2026 Is More Important Than Ever
If you live in Illinois and haven’t reviewed your estate plan recently, you’re not alone—but you may be taking an unnecessary risk. One of the biggest “hot topic” issues right now in estate planning is the growing gap between outdated documents and today’s legal, financial, and family realities. Why This Matters for Illinois ResidentsIllinois continues […]
We are often asked the question of how to approach the matter of inspections pursuant to a contract signed by the purchaser where the contract includes an “as is” clause. As an initial matter let us define what an “as is” provision in a real estate purchase contract means. An “as is” clause merely provides […]
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Secured and Unsecured – How do Secured Creditors Get Paid in Full(ish) in a Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Even if the Collateral is Valued Less
11 U.S.C. § 506(a) plays a central role in determining the secured status of claims in bankruptcy, including in the described Chapter 13 scenario involving an undersecured vehicle loan (where the vehicle’s value is less than the outstanding debt). Below, I’ll explain its potential impact step by step, based on the statute and its application […]
Under Illinois law, the Probate Act expressly allows the court to appoint co-guardians (two or more) for a person with a disability — either to serve together for the same role (e.g., both as guardians of the person) or to split roles (e.g., one guardian of the person and another guardian of the estate). However, […]