The holidays often bring a swirl of emotions, especially if you’re navigating them alone or without your children for the first time post-divorce. For some, this “solo” season may feel heavy with sadness or loneliness, while for others, it might...

The real estate market is undergoing significant changes, and one of the most notable developments is the new law requiring increased transparency for real estate agent commissions. This legislation aims to reshape how buyers and sellers interact with real estate...

We know that co-parenting can be challenging, especially when it comes to keeping communication clear, harmonious, effective, and organized. You will often hear lawyers and judges advising parties to treat co-parenting like a professional project, where the end goal is...

The second installment of Cook County’s 2023 Property Tax bills were recently sent out, making it an excellent time to review your exemptions! Most counties in Illinois, including Cook County, offer property tax exemptions for homeowners who meet certain qualifications....

Divorce is tough for everyone involved—there’s no sugarcoating it. But believe it or not, there are certain missteps that can make this already challenging process even more complicated, emotional, and overwhelming. These common mistakes can have long-term consequences, from complicating...

Summer is basically here and with it comes the desire to get away on a vacation!  Many people purchase a secondary or vacation home during the summer months. Like any real estate transaction, purchasing a vacation home is a significant...

Our staff spotlight this month features Patty Wagner, one of the newest members of our paralegal team. We sat down with her to find out more about what motivates and inspires her to do what she does. When did you...

Divorce is rarely without conflict, so what exactly constitutes a “high-conflict divorce?” High-conflict divorce is typically defined as intense and ongoing hostility between the parties involved. Communication breaks down, emotions run high, and every decision becomes a battleground.  Common triggers...

Divorce can be a challenging and emotionally taxing experience for any family, but for adopted children, it can bring about unique complexities and uncertainties. I myself (Stephanie Greenberg) am adopted and although my parents did not divorce, I understand the...

Spring has sprung in Chicago, and we are all anticipating an uptick in real estate transactions. However, the traditional seasonal surge has been tempered a bit by the ongoing inventory shortage and persistently higher interest rates. So far, it’s clear...