Divorce & the Divorce Process

Divorce attorneys are too jaded to be judgy

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If you’re considering divorce, you might be hesitant to open up about the details. Rest assured, after nearly two decades and countless clients, I’ve pretty much heard it all. Like most, attorneys, I am too jaded to be judgy. Your Secrets Are Safe with Me From every corner of the Metro East, I help people […]

I am now offering negotiated, non-litigated divorces

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The new year is off to a unique start, but one thing remains the same: I’m here to help families navigate divorce in Illinois. While the pandemic has thrown a few curveballs, courts have adapted with virtual hearings and streamlined processes for uncontested cases. One of the most common questions I get is, “How much […]

Divorces are divorces, or are they?

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Divorce law in Illinois might seem uniform on the surface, but the reality is far more nuanced. Each county has its own unique procedures, rules, and even legal jargon. What works in Cook County might get you laughed out of court in Madison County! A required form from St. Clair County filed in a Sangamon […]

Why I have chosen to turn down most litigation

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As a seasoned family lawyer in Illinois, I’ve seen the toll divorce takes on families. The stress, the expense, the emotional turmoil—it can be overwhelming. That’s why I’ve made a conscious decision to focus my practice on amicable, out-of-court resolutions. The Personal and Professional Impact of the Pandemic The COVID-19 pandemic has further reinforced my […]