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Who Gets the Dog After a Breakup in Illinois? How Rosie’s Law Changes Pet Custody in 2027

by Gwendolyn Sterk | Aug 18, 2026 | All Posts, Child Support, Divorce, Family, Miscellaneous, Other Legal Matters

When a relationship ends, deciding who keeps the pet can quickly become one of the most emotional parts of the separation. It does not matter whether the couple was married for 20 years, engaged, living together, roommates, or simply sharing a home. To the people...

What Are Mental Health Living Rooms in Illinois?

by Gwendolyn Sterk | Aug 5, 2026 | Mental Health, Miscellaneous

When people hear the term “living room”, most people assume the room in a home that is used for relaxing, socializing, or entertaining. But there is another type of living room that has slowly been emerging in communities, and it is time more people...

Illinois’ Digital Asset Tax Act: What Crypto Owners Should Know Before 2027

by Gwendolyn Sterk | Jul 30, 2026 | Divorce, General Family Law, Miscellaneous, Post-Decree Matters

Crypto Isn’t Just for Tech Enthusiasts Anymore A few years ago, owning cryptocurrency felt like something reserved for tech enthusiasts, seasoned investors, or that one friend who couldn’t stop talking about Bitcoin at every backyard barbecue. Today, is a...

Life After Divorce: Relief, Grief, and Everything In Between

by Gwendolyn Sterk | Jul 13, 2026 | Divorce, General Family Law, Miscellaneous, Post-Decree Matters

When you think about divorce, your mind probably goes straight to the legal side of things: the paperwork, court dates, splitting up bank accounts, making the parenting schedule and of course, signing that final judgment. Those milestones matter, and they’re a...

Illinois Minimum Wage Increase: Could It Affect Child Support or Spousal Support?

by Gwendolyn Sterk | Jul 6, 2026 | Family, General Family Law

When the minimum wage goes up, most people think about one thing: bigger paychecks. If you have a parenting agreement for child support or a spousal maintenance agreement in place, you may be wondering whether a minimum wage increase could affect what you pay or...
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