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 | Mar 12, 2025 | All Posts, Education, General Family Law, Miscellaneous
Sterk Family Law Group’s Resource Center is an important part of our team’s holistic approach to family law and estate planning as it connects our clients with a network of trusted professionals and organizations. Our team has taken the time to personally meet...
by Gwendolyn Sterk | Jan 28, 2025 | All Posts, Domestic Violence, Family, General Family Law, Miscellaneous, Orders of Protection
Courts issue restraining orders as legal protections to prevent one party from causing harm , engaging in harassment, or interfering with another’s rights. Unlike orders of protection—which address personal safety in domestic settings—restraining orders can involve a...
by Gwendolyn Sterk | Oct 11, 2024 | All Posts, Family, Miscellaneous, Paternity & Parentage
If you’ve ever felt uneasy about how much time your child spends glued to a screen, you’re not alone. With video games, tablets, and smartphones now a regular part of kids’ daily lives, many parents ask themselves: How much is too much? The term...
by Gwendolyn Sterk | Aug 27, 2024 | All Posts, Divorce, Family, Finance, Financials, General Family Law, Miscellaneous
Proving Non-Marital Assets in an Illinois Divorce Divorce can be a difficult and emotionally charged process, particularly when it comes to dividing assets. In Illinois, one of the key considerations during a divorce is determining which assets are marital property...
by Gwendolyn Sterk | Jul 23, 2024 | All Posts, Cohabitation Agreements, General Family Law, Miscellaneous, Other Legal Matters
Relationships take various stages and forms, each with its own set of considerations, especially regarding legal definitions and implications. In Illinois, it’s important to understand the distinctions between dating and cohabitation to navigate personal and...
