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...
by Gwendolyn Sterk | Apr 23, 2026 | All Posts, Divorce, General Family Law, Other Legal Matters
Most people think filing for divorce is the starting line, but once the process is started, it also activates a pause button. The moment a dissolution case is filed in Illinois, something important kicks in behind the scenes: it is called an automatic stay, or an...
by Gwendolyn Sterk | Sep 18, 2025 | General Family Law
One of the biggest concerns people have when entering a family law matter, such as a divorce or parenting matter, is the cost. Attorney’s fees are often an unavoidable part of protecting your rights and navigating the process due to the complexity of the situation. In...
by Gwendolyn Sterk | Aug 11, 2025 | Education, General Family Law, Miscellaneous
If you are going through a divorce or case involving the allocation of parental responsibilities in Illinois, your attorney may mention something called a pretrial conference. A pretrial conference is often a helpful step for moving a case forward. In many situations,...
by Gwendolyn Sterk | May 15, 2025 | Domestic Violence, Family, General Family Law, Miscellaneous, Orders of Protection, Other Legal Matters
Karina’s Law: New Provisions to Protect Survivors of Domestic Violence in Illinois Effective May 11, 2025, Illinois’ Karina’s Law is in force as a new piece of legislation aimed at strengthening protections for survivors of domestic violence. Named in honor of Karina...
by Gwendolyn Sterk | Apr 25, 2025 | Divorce, Family, General Family Law, Post-Decree Matters
Dividing property in a divorce is rarely straightforward, especially when that property includes stock options, restricted stock units (RSUs), or other types of deferred compensation. These assets often don’t show up on tax returns or bank statements, but they can...
