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Illinois May Change How Child Support Is Calculated in 2027

by Gwendolyn Sterk | Jun 24, 2026 | All Posts, Child Support, Family, Paternity & Parentage

When people hear “child support changes,” the reactions are usually immediate: “Does this mean a 50/50 schedule will result in no child support?” “Do I need to change my parenting schedule?” “Should I start counting overnights?” Proposed Illinois child support changes...

Can My Child Refuse Visitation in Illinois?

by Gwendolyn Sterk | Jun 22, 2026 | All Posts, Family, General Family Law, Paternity & Parentage

“I don’t want to go,” is one of the hardest things a parent can hear or deal with during or after a divorce or parenting case.  Maybe they were crying before the exchange or maybe they are quiet and withdrawn. Sometimes when they are older, they may stand there “I’m...

Evaluator vs. Therapist in Illinois Family Law Cases: What Parents Should Know

by Gwendolyn Sterk | Jun 15, 2026 | All Posts, Family, General Family Law

Why Evaluators and Treating Therapists Serve Different Roles in Family Law Cases “My therapist agrees with me.” That sentence comes up more than people might think in familylaw cases. While it may feel important, it usually does not mean what people hope it means. In...

What Does It Mean to Get a Subpoena in a Family Law Matter?

by Gwendolyn Sterk | Jun 10, 2026 | All Posts, Family, General Family Law

You receive a certified letter in the mail and then you see the word subpoena. Immediately, your brain went to: Am I being sued? Am I in trouble? Why does this sound terrifying? In family law matters, subpoenas are common. More often than not, they are simply a tool...

What “Holistic” Really Means in Illinois Family Law

by Gwendolyn Sterk | May 5, 2026 | All Posts, Family, General Family Law

What is a Holistic Approach to Family Law? As a firm concentrating in family law, we often refer to our work as having a “holistic approach.” The term seems appealing to many, yet it confuses some. To many, the word “holistic” is associated with wellness...
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