by Sterk Family Law | Nov 28, 2023 | All Posts, Divorce, Finance, Financials, Miscellaneous, Post-Decree Matters
Divorce is challenging, often involving complex financial arrangements, including spousal maintenance formerly known as alimony. In Illinois, maintenance is a court-ordered payment from one spouse to another to help maintain the receiving spouse’s standard...
by Sterk Family Law | Jul 28, 2023 | All Posts, General Family Law, Miscellaneous, Other Legal Matters
In the legal world, the legal discovery process holds significant importance in facilitating fair and just legal proceedings. Often portrayed in movies and television shows, legal discovery is more than a dramatic courtroom reveal; it is a crucial pre-trial phase...
by Sterk Family Law | Jun 5, 2023 | All Posts, Divorce, Family, General Family Law, Miscellaneous, Other Legal Matters
Whether you’re ready to start divorce proceedings, or you still feel conflicted, consulting with a divorce attorney provides helpful insight as you consider your next move. Choosing the right divorce lawyer for your situation is a process that requires serious...
by Sterk Family Law | May 12, 2023 | All Posts, Child Support, Divorce, Education, Family, General Family Law, Miscellaneous, Other Legal Matters, Paternity & Parentage
For most children, the transition from their first learning environment to more formal schooling represents a developmental milestone. Children with special needs experience an even greater evolution during this time, as plans are made that will shape their education...
by Sterk Family Law | Apr 24, 2023 | All Posts, Divorce, Financials, General Family Law, Miscellaneous
While the phrase “get divorced” makes it sound like one action, the process of legally ending a marriage requires a number of legal and emotional steps. It takes time and effort to complete the personal and official tasks that help move you toward a happy, independent...
by Sterk Family Law | Jan 30, 2023 | All Posts, Divorce, General Family Law, Miscellaneous, Paternity & Parentage
The last few years have seen more Americans struggling with depression and anxiety, these effects of the COVID-19 pandemic that have put into sharp focus the growing need for mental health services in the United States. According to the National Alliance on Mental...
