Divorce & Family Law
What to Do If Your Spouse Withholds Access to Your Finances
By Evan Compton, Divorce and Family Law Attorney Financial withholding is an unfortunate yet common issue that can add significant stress to a divorce. There are many ways to navigate this matter based on the nuances and variables of each situation. Our goal is to always resolve financial matters collaboratively…
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Premarital Investments in a High Net Worth Divorce
By Joshua E. Stern, Principal and Managing Partner, Divorce and Family Law Attorney I recently wrote a blog about premarital assets in a high net worth divorce with a focus on how marital labor plays a role in the expansion of a premarital business. As part two of this series,…
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Premarital Assets in a High Net Worth Divorce
By Joshua E. Stern, Principal and Managing Partner, Divorce and Family Law Attorney A high net worth divorce typically involves individuals with high income levels and/or substantial financial assets. It is common for those assets to add complexity to their dissolution of marriage, whether they be investments, closely held businesses,…
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6 Steps to Take After Getting Served Divorce Papers
By Marvin Mendez, Divorce and Family Law Attorney It’s been a while since I’ve written about what happens when a person gets served with divorce papers. Below are some practical steps to help you feel organized and confident throughout the process. And while being practical is good, divorce is emotional—there’s…
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Super Lawyers® Recognizes Five Stern Mendez Attorneys
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…
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