Stern Mendez is proud to announce that five of our divorce and family law attorneys have been recognized on the 2025 Illinois Super Lawyers lists!

Joshua Stern was named a Super Lawyer for the fifth year in a row, while Amy Silberstein, Evan Compton, Martin Sliwinski and Leo Sokolov were named Rising Stars. Congratulations to Leo for receiving this esteemed distinction for the first time!

• Joshua E. Stern
  • Super Lawyers: 2021-2025
  • Rising Stars: 2018-2020
• Amy Silberstein Freeman
  • Rising Stars: 2022-2025
• Evan Compton
  • Rising Stars: 2022-2025
• Martin Sliwinski
  • Rising Stars: 2024-2025
• Leo Sokolov
  • Rising Stars: 2025

Super Lawyers was founded in 1991 and has grown to recognize Super Lawyers and Rising Stars in every state across the nation. The Super Lawyers national rating program distinguishes outstanding attorneys by using a patented selection process that includes unbiased nominations, independent research across 12 categories, and peer evaluations by a Blue Ribbon Panel of attorneys. Representation includes small, medium and large firms that encompass more than 70 practice areas. The final list recognizes 2.5% of nominated attorneys as Rising Stars and 5% of nominated attorneys as Super Lawyers.

We’re incredibly proud of Joshua, Amy, Evan, Martin and Leo for their well-deserved recognition. Our Super Lawyers are accepting new clients. Reach out today to schedule a consultation!

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