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Get Help - Not Judgment

Filing for bankruptcy does not mean that you are a failure. Millions of good. hard working people have filed for bankruptcy because of a work layoff, injury, disability, divorce or other challenge beyond their control.

If you or your business is in financial jeopardy because of an unfortunate turn of events, the experienced bankruptcy attorneys at Illini Legal Services are here to help. We provide a wide range of bankruptcy and debt relief assistance for individuals and business owners and can help you devise a battle plan that will help you win your financial freedom.

What Makes Us Unique?

What really sets out firm apart from many other firms is our experience and approach to debt challenges. Our founding attorney, C David Ward, and Attorney Brian Russell have handled debt relief planning and bankruptcy for over 30 years.

Our approach is driven by the desire for long term results. As a former financial planner, Attorney Ward understands the value of careful planning. As a small law firm, we have the ability to work closely with clients, take time to understand their financial situation, and create a plan that is tailored to meet their individual needs.

Compassionate Advocates

At Illini Legal Services, we care. Our attorneys and staff are driven by the desire to make a positive difference in the life of each client we serve. We understand that debt problems can be a tremendous burden on families. Not knowing how you will pay your bills and how to respond to angry creditors can be overwhelming at times.

Let Us Help

Let our attorneys put their knowledge of the bankruptcy laws to work for you. Schedule a free consultation with a bankruptcy lawyer at our firm today. We have office locations in Aurora, Oswego and West Chicago. To schedule your appointment, call 630-618-2906 or contact us by e-mail.

Illini Legal Services is engaged in the private practice of law and is not a public legal aid agency. We are a debt relief agency. We help people file for bankruptcy relief under the Bankruptcy Code.

We at Illini Legal Services (formerly known as the Law Offices of C. David Ward) represent clients throughout Northern Illinois, including clients in Kane County, DuPage County, Kendall County, Will County, Cook County, the Chicagoland area, West Chicago, Aurora, Oswego, Naperville, Plano, Elgin, Joliet, Bolingbrook, Romeoville, St. Charles, Batavia, Geneva, Chicago, Hoffman Estates, Schaumburg, Carol Stream, Downers Grove and Wheaton.

Spanish translation services available.

Illini Legal Services is engaged in the private practice of law and is not a public legal aid agency.We are a debt relief agency. We help people file for bankruptcy relief under the Bankruptcy Code.

  • Aurora Office
    1700 North Farnsworth Avenue
    Suite 11C
    Aurora, IL 60505
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  • Oswego Office
    2756 Route 34
    Oswego, IL 60543
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  • West Chicago Office
    118 Main St.
    West Chicago, IL 60185
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  • Phone: 630-618-2906
    Phone: 888-594-0371
    Fax: 630-551-7131