by Sterk Family Law | Feb 16, 2021 | Divorce, Estate Planning, Family, General Family Law, Miscellaneous
There is a saying that the “first step is always the hardest.” Throughout our lives, we take many first steps and some are much easier than others. As a toddler, generally, a child learns to crawl before they gain the courage to pull themselves up and take...
by Sterk Family Law | Jul 31, 2020 | All Posts, COVID-19, Family
“Planes, Trains, and Automobiles.” The National Lampoon series “Vacation,” “European Vacation,” and “Vegas Vacation.” These are some of the movies that have best described many of my vacations over the years. My memories from vacations from the past...
by Sterk Family Law | Jul 27, 2020 | All Posts, Family, Finance
It is customary, nowadays, that parents build a college fund for their minor child. College funds are typically funded by the parents, and sometimes they are funded by grandparents. These accounts, no matter what depository company is used, are in the name...
by Sterk Family Law | Jul 23, 2020 | All Posts, Divorce, Family
What is the best way to help your child get through a divorce and maintain that after a divorce? Every situation and every family is different. Children cope with divorce and separation differently; with hurts, hopes, reliefs, and grief unique to him or...
by Sterk Family Law | Jul 10, 2020 | All Posts, COVID-19, Family
As a recent college graduate, I have driven by many houses decorating their lawns with signs of their graduate and have seen many posts on social media about how ceremonies will be held due to the pandemic. I was fortunate to be able to receive my diploma on stage, in...
by Sterk Family Law | Jul 8, 2020 | All Posts, COVID-19, Family
Travel is an education in itself, every parent knows that. So pack your bags, and have your kids pack theirs. They are never too young to learn that there is rarely only one “right” way to do something, and people everywhere have the same human needs and emotions. As...