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2026 Articles

The New Receivership Act: Claims Filing, Automatic Stays, and Receivership Sales of Real Estate By Paul Peterson January 2026 The new Illinois Receivership Act brings a host of changes to receiverships in Illinois under certain circumstances. One of the purposes of the Act is to facilitate sales that can bring in more proceeds than would otherwise be obtained through a mortgage foreclosure, creating the necessity for all real estate practitioners to consider. 
NOTE January 2026 Quick summaries of new laws for 2026 that may impact the practice of real estate law. 
Urgent Notice About the New “Summary of Rights for Safer Homes Act” Requirements By Nicky Sonntag January 2026 A look at important changes for Illinois landlords for all new and renewals of residential leases and a description of the Safe Homes Act.