Monthly Archives: May 2025
Making Sense of International Child Abductions: What Does Article 3 of the Hague Convention Mean?
It is unquestionable that virtually every Chicago parent’s worst nightmare likely includes the abduction of their beloved child or children to some unknown location, particularly one that is overseas. For some Chicago parents, unfortunately, this scary and harrowing scenario becomes an all-too-real reality. Indeed, when a Chicago child custody case gets heated and controversial,… Read More »
Do Recession Woes Include an Uptick in Chicago Divorce Cases? Find Out Here
There is no doubt that it seems that all across Chicago households the news seems to blare out major changes on an almost daily basis these days. From news about the economy and the recent buzzword “tariffs,” to changes in government offices, the courts, and the country in general, the news can send some… Read More »
Surviving Son Speaks Out in Light of Passage of” Karina’s Law” – Find Out Where to Turn if You are Experiencing Domestic Violence in Your Marriage in Chicago
In July of 2023, a horrific story involving domestic violence shook the Chicago area. Karina Gonzalez, a Chicago woman and mother, and her daughter, Daniela, were shot and killed by one of their own – Karina’s husband and her daughter’s father, Jose Alvarez. Fast-forward to February, 2025, and Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker signed “Karina’s… Read More »
I Am a Newlywed in Chicago: Why Should I Sign a Postnuptial Agreement? Find Out Why You and Your New Spouse May Want to Consider A Postnup Even if You are in the Honeymoon Phase
There is no doubt that for many newlywed Chicago couples, a new marriage is a time of excitement, hope, and shared dreams between a couple. However, even in the happiest of new unions, it is wise to plan for the unexpected, and to be prepared for the worst. As such, if you are a… Read More »
Partners Molly Sharma and Jonathan Standeford 2025 ISFL Presenters Oslo, Norway
Our esteemed partners, Molly Sharma and Jonathan Standeford, were honored with the opportunity to deliver speeches on the Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction and the Rights of Custody, specifically focusing on unmarried individuals. This prestigious conference took place in Oslo, Norway, at the European Regional for the International Society… Read More »
Who Gets the Family Home in My Chicago Divorce (With Children)? Find Out about Property Distribution Basics in Chicago Divorce Cases Here
For many Chicago couples that are facing the Chicago divorce process, dividing up the family’s property can be one of the most emotionally and financially challenging aspects of the process. Things can be even more complex and difficult when children are involved. In Chicago, under Illinois marriage and divorce laws, the question of “who… Read More »
Chicago Parent Asks about “Ex-Etiquette” When it Comes to Sharing Equal Custody of Children
Navigating a Chicago divorce with children does not always involve figuring out a legal strategy. Indeed, some of the hardest fought battles that Chicago couples that are going through the complex Chicago divorce process may experience are those that are fought outside of the courtroom in the hallways, driveways, and conversations between ex-spouses and… Read More »