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Practical guidance on foreclosure defense, mortgage disputes, debtor rights, and Chicago-area real estate—so you understand your options and next steps.
January 13, 2026
Dena H. Elkathib
Dena H. Elkhatib is part of the EV Häs, LLC team supporting Chicago and Cook County clients who need clear legal guidance when real estate problems start moving fast. Whether you’re facing a foreclosure notice, navigating a lender dispute, or trying to understand what your next court step really means, Dena helps bring structure and clarity to a process that often feels overwhelming. Her work is focused on helping clients stay organized, informed, and prepared—so decisions are made with a plan, not panic. If your home or property is on the line, you’ll get plain-English direction, responsive communication, and a team approach built to protect your position.
January 2, 2026
Foreclosure Defense in Illinois: Protect Your Leverage, Protect Your Options
Illinois foreclosure is a court case—and timing matters. EV Häs, LLC helps homeowners and property owners respond with strategy, not panic: we pinpoint your stage, pressure-test the lender’s filings, and recommend the next best move based on your deadlines.
Educational only; not legal advice. A case-specific consult is required for real guidance.
Educational only; not legal advice. A case-specific consult is required for real guidance.
January 2, 2026
Mortgage Litigation: When Your Mortgage Company Gets It Wrong
Mortgage litigation is about fixing real harm—servicing errors, broken promises, and unfair foreclosure tactics.
When a servicer mishandles payments, misapplies escrow, loses a modification package, or pushes foreclosure while you’re actively trying to resolve the loan, your options may include more than “just call them again.” This page explains what mortgage litigation is, when it makes sense, and how we approach it in Illinois. Educational only; not legal advice.
When a servicer mishandles payments, misapplies escrow, loses a modification package, or pushes foreclosure while you’re actively trying to resolve the loan, your options may include more than “just call them again.” This page explains what mortgage litigation is, when it makes sense, and how we approach it in Illinois. Educational only; not legal advice.
January 2, 2026
Building Code Violations in Chicago: What the Notice Means and How to Defend It
Chicago building code tickets can move fast—and the penalties can get expensive.
This guide explains what typically happens after an inspection, what defenses the Chicago Municipal Code recognizes, and how to build a clean, credible response before your administrative hearing. Educational only; not legal advice.
This guide explains what typically happens after an inspection, what defenses the Chicago Municipal Code recognizes, and how to build a clean, credible response before your administrative hearing. Educational only; not legal advice.
January 2, 2026
Asset Protection in Illinois: Protect What You’ve Built (The Right Way)
Asset protection is not about hiding assets. It’s about building a legal structure that reduces avoidable risk before a problem shows up—especially for homeowners, landlords, business owners, and professionals.
This page explains the core tools (insurance, entity structure, titling, contracts, and planning) and the biggest mistakes that can make a situation worse. Educational only; not legal advice.
This page explains the core tools (insurance, entity structure, titling, contracts, and planning) and the biggest mistakes that can make a situation worse. Educational only; not legal advice.
January 2, 2026
Kane County Tax Appeal: Deadlines, Evidence, and How to File Correctly
Kane County tax appeals are deadline-driven and evidence-driven—and one of the biggest traps is assuming your deadline is the same as someone else’s.
This guide explains how Kane County appeals work, why township deadlines vary, what evidence the Board expects, and what to do if you want to appeal beyond the county level. Educational only; not legal advice.
This guide explains how Kane County appeals work, why township deadlines vary, what evidence the Board expects, and what to do if you want to appeal beyond the county level. Educational only; not legal advice.
January 2, 2026
Will County Tax Appeal: Deadlines, Evidence, and What Happens Next
Will County property tax appeals are deadline-driven and evidence-driven—and the process has two different “30-day clocks” owners often confuse.
This guide explains (1) how Will County Board of Review appeals typically work after you receive your notice, and (2) what happens if you take the next step to the Illinois Property Tax Appeal Board (PTAB) after a final Board of Review decision. Educational only; not legal advice.
This guide explains (1) how Will County Board of Review appeals typically work after you receive your notice, and (2) what happens if you take the next step to the Illinois Property Tax Appeal Board (PTAB) after a final Board of Review decision. Educational only; not legal advice.
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