My previous landlord never returned my security deposit ($1,650) last autumn. I live in Chicago. Do I get an attorney (and if so how do I choose one) or do I take it to small claims court myself? What are the pros/cons of either approach? [more inside]
posted by allisonrae on Feb 23, 2009 - 11 answers

Landlord/Security deposit/renting filter: GA State law requires the security deposit to be returned within 30 days. My contract says after 60 days. Which wins? [more inside]
posted by djpyk on Jun 27, 2008 - 8 answers

Can my friend's landlords legally force her out of her apartment with only 30 days notice? [more inside]
posted by TryTheTilapia on Jul 2, 2007 - 12 answers

Bob the Asshole, my old landlord, kept my security deposit. [more inside]
posted by LordSludge on Mar 1, 2007 - 31 answers

Landlord Filter: So I'm suing my landlord, help me get my gameplan/choice of action together before I meet a lawyer... [more inside]
posted by stratastar on Aug 22, 2006 - 36 answers