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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 Maybe they were crying before the exchange or maybe they are quiet and withdrawn.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...
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...
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...
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...
