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Estate Planning for Emergencies
By Katherine “Kat” Delgado, Estate Planning, Divorce and Family Law Attorney My dad is an Eagle Scout and has always made a big deal about being (overly?) prepared. With this advice following me through life, it’s no surprise that using the law to plan for the future is something that…
Read MoreI Do Until I Don’t – Episode 2
How to Start a Divorce Case In this episode, Joshua Stern and Marvin Mendez break down the divorce process from the beginning, including how to approach the first conversation with your spouse to when (or whether) to retain an attorney. They discuss emotional readiness, financial preparation, legal service options and…
Read MorePodcast: I Do Until I Don’t – Episode 1
Welcome to the first episode of I Do Until I Don’t, the Stern Mendez podcast. Josh and Marvin kick off the series with the goal of normalizing the conversation around divorce. They discuss how to find a good attorney and what you can expect in the process. Transcript: [inaudible] [Music]…
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Get to Know Kat Delgado
Kat Delgado joined Stern Mendez as a partner in June of 2025. She has practiced multiple forms of law for nearly 15 years and brings a fresh, unique insight with degrees in law, taxation, and marriage and family counseling. Kat blends her extensive knowledge with authenticity and empathy to help…
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Понимание алиментов в делах о разводе в Иллинойсе
If you prefer to read this post in English, please click here. Автор: Лео Соколов, адвокат по разводам и семейному праву Во всех случаях развода суд обязан руководствоваться основными принципами, которые необходимо соблюдать при решении финансовых вопросов. Проще говоря, суд должен: личные долги, и справедливо разделить совместное имущество и долги…
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