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Super Lawyers® Recognizes Joshua E. Stern, Amy Silberstein and Evan Compton
Stern Mendez is excited to share that three of our divorce and family law attorneys, Joshua E. Stern, Amy Silberstein and Evan Compton have been recognized as 2023 Super Lawyers. Amy and Evan were both named Super Lawyers Rising Stars, which honors attorneys younger than 40 years old, for the…
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How Long Will Zoom Court Last in Illinois?
By Martin Sliwinski, Divorce and Family Law Attorney Most non-hearing and non-trial family court dates in Illinois are still currently taking place on Zoom. This helps eliminate difficulties of having to drive to the courthouse or arrange for childcare. For these reasons and more, Zoom makes it easier for a…
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Do I Need Discernment Counseling?
By Joshua E. Stern, Principal and Managing Partner, Divorce and Family Law Attorney Frequently, new clients reach out to me with the same question: how do I tell my spouse that I want a divorce? If your spouse isn’t aware you’re unhappy with your marriage, bringing up such a big…
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What’s a Financial Affidavit and How Do I Make Sure Mine is Accurate?
Dividing your finances and assessing your financial responsibilities during divorce can be stressful. We do so based on financial affidavits from both you and your spouse, but these forms themselves are quite complex. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the process, family law attorneys are available to support you during your…
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I Found a Divorce Attorney. Now What?
By Marvin Mendez, Divorce and Family Law Attorney, Principal After you find a divorce lawyer who aligns with your values, breathe a sigh of relief! Congratulate yourself for taking the first challenging step. You now have a professional on your team who can walk you through every step of the…
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