by Gwendolyn Sterk | Apr 8, 2025 | Divorce, Education, Family, General Family Law, Post-Decree Matters
After a divorce, starting over can feel like a fresh start, and sometimes that means wanting to move to a new place. Whether it’s for a new job, to be closer to family, or simply to build a new life, relocating might feel like the right next step. But if you have...
by Gwendolyn Sterk | Jan 3, 2025 | All Posts, Child Support, Divorce, Family, General Family Law, Post-Decree Matters
In 2025 amendments to the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act (IMDMA) are set to take effect, bringing many changes to Illinois’ legal area of family law. Whether you’re considering marriage, in the process of a divorce, or involved in...
by Gwendolyn Sterk | Nov 18, 2024 | All Posts, Child Support, Divorce, Family, General Family Law
The image is courtesy of https://www.ilsdu.com/. When a support order is entered, understanding the steps required before payments are disbursed can help set realistic expectations. The process can be lengthy, and certain actions must occur in sequence to establish...
by Gwendolyn Sterk | Nov 5, 2024 | All Posts, Child Support, Family
Co-parenting is not always easy, especially when effective communication is important to a child’s well-being. Fortunately, parenting communication software is designed to bridge gaps, reduce misunderstandings, and make shared parenting duties easier for...
by Gwendolyn Sterk | Dec 7, 2022 | All Posts, Divorce, Family, General Family Law, Paternity & Parentage
During divorce and custody court cases, each party is represented by an attorney they hire to advocate for their interests. Even in amicable divorces, attorneys on both sides work on behalf of their clients. In contentious cases where the allocation of parental...
