In Illinois, a court judgment must first be recorded with the Recorder of Deeds in the county where the property is located. A judgment lien enables a creditor to compel the selling of a debtor's property.The proceeds from the property sale are then used to satisfy the judgment. In Illinois, a property lien can be used to collect a court judgment. Here's how it works. Obtain information about a debtor's money, property, and income after you have a judgment against them, using a Citation to Discover Assets. All Illinois Courts must accept these forms. Scroll down below the chart for important information on how to fill out these forms. The citation will outline the amount owed, the judgment creditor's identity, and the date you must appear in court or online for a hearing.