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 | Feb 13, 2025 | All Posts, Divorce, Family, General Family Law, Post-Decree Matters
Divorce often involves the dividing of various assets, including property, investments, and pensions. In Illinois, pensions are considered marital property subject to division. However, the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP), a federal rule, has historically...
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 | 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...
by Gwendolyn Sterk | Feb 19, 2024 | All Posts, Divorce, Domestic Violence, Family, General Family Law, Miscellaneous, Orders of Protection, Other Legal Matters
Domestic violence affects millions of people around the world. It can happen in any relationship and to people of all ages, genders, and socio-economic backgrounds. Physical violence is by far the most common form of domestic violence, but it is not the only form....
