by Gwendolyn Sterk | Mar 25, 2025 | Divorce, Family, General Family Law, Post-Decree Matters, Prenuptial Agreements
Identifying Non-Marital Retirement Accounts and Assets in Illinois Dividing assets during a divorce can be one of the most complex and emotional aspects of the process. Retirement accounts, in particular, often raise questions about whether they are considered...
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 | Mar 7, 2019 | All Posts, Divorce
How Does Separate Property Become Marital Property? The marriage of two people joins them together in love and in life. It’s a time when couples merge their families, their routines and their property, intertwining their existences. In this article we explore both...