Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in Illinois

Can I file a lein or report to the credit bureau?

Can I file a lein or report to the credit bureau an amount of money due to me by a person I provided professional services? The amount is $301.00. I don't think they will pay the invoice I sent to them and would like to know if I have a recourse of action.

Thank you.


Asked on 5/19/05, 11:54 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Jonas Grant Law Office of Jonas M. Grant, A.P.C.

Re: Can I file a lein or report to the credit bureau?

Depending on your situation, olddebts.com might help.

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Answered on 5/21/05, 6:23 pm
Thomas Moens Moens Law Offices, Chartered

Re: Can I file a lein or report to the credit bureau?

In order to "file a lien" you first need to sue them in small claims and get a judgment entered against them. Then you have a judgment lien. You can then file a memorandum of judgment in the County Recorder's office, which would be a lien against any real estate they own in that county. As far as credit reporting companies, you probably won't be able to do that unless you are a member or subscriber.

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Answered on 5/19/05, 12:18 pm


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