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I want a divorce. Where do I start?
By Marvin Mendez, Divorce and Family Law Attorney Divorce is hard. It takes energy, time and money—but an excellent attorney can make things easier along the way. If you feel overwhelmed, don’t know where to start or are simply looking for reassurance about the process, keep reading. I break down…
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What to Know as a Stepparent Looking to Adopt
By Evan Compton, Divorce and Family Law Attorney How we define “family” has greatly changed and now extends beyond the traditional idea of a married couple and their biological children. Many of us are familiar with the term “modern family.” The concept has become more common in the last 20 to…
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Martin Sliwinski and Evan Compton Promoted to Partner
We are proud to announce that, as of June 1, 2024, divorce and family law attorneys Martin Sliwinski and Evan Compton have been promoted to partners. Since joining us in 2020, Martin has brought a wealth of experience in family law, particularly in handling high-conflict divorce cases, pre- and postnuptial…
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Custody Arrangements Are Out, Allocation of Parental Responsibilities Are In
When I’m working with a client who is a parent, I often hear things like, “I want sole custody.” “How do I figure out child custody with my spouse?” and “If I request sole custody, what does that mean for my ex?” While the term “custody” has been part of…
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Amy Silberstein and Leo Sokolov Join the ISBA Family Law Section Council
Stern Mendez is proud to announce that Amy Silberstein and Leo Sokolov have been appointed to the Illinois State Bar Association (ISBA) Family Law Section Council Committee. This one-year engagement provides Amy and Leo an opportunity to further support the ISBA’s 27,000 members and their peers in the Family Law…
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