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Managing the stress of a high-pressure divorce extends beyond the legal process. At our latest Educate Empower Roundtable, we brought together experts in psychology and holistic health, along with an individual navigating a high-pressure divorce, to discuss practical strategies for supporting overall well-being during one of life’s most challenging transitions. Dr. Brendon Fegan, a doctor […]

Keeping a high-pressure divorce from consuming your life can be easier said than done. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Divorce is rarely straightforward, and some cases carry a significantly higher level of complexity and pressure because of the issues involved. That can include complicated financial questions, difficult custody matters and ongoing disagreements […]

As artificial intelligence becomes more integrated into everyday life, it’s changing how people approach family law, from the way attorneys work to how clients navigate divorce. AI can be helpful: it surfaces information quickly and helps clients feel more informed. But its answers aren’t always correct, nor is information alone enough, especially when emotions, custody […]

For many people, divorce isn’t just a legal process —it forces them to rethink their plans, identity and direction. What keeps me motivated every day is seeing clients navigate those challenges, feel more grounded in their decisions and gain a sense of hope for what comes next. Being able to guide people through this process […]

The holidays are supposed to be a joyous time, but for co-parents, they can be a logistical minefield that creates unnecessary stress, especially for children. A winter break schedule that doesn’t quite line up with parenting time. A passport that no one realized was expired. A travel plan mentioned in passing rather than confirmed in […]

Families work for years to build generational wealth, but divorce can put that security at risk. Property, investments and inheritances can quickly become points of conflict without a clear plan. Putting agreements in place and consulting an experienced family law attorney early on can help prevent costly disputes and protect those assets for future generations. […]

That moment of realizing your marriage is ending can feel surreal, frightening and overwhelming all at once. You then find yourself sitting in a divorce attorney’s office, heart racing and unsure what to say or even where to begin. Over the years, I’ve heard countless clients in that very moment say, “I can’t believe I’m […]

Our latest Educate Empower Roundtable explored ways to navigate life’s many transitions — those we plan for and those that take us by surprise — with more confidence and clarity. It featured an insightful conversation with panelists Tracy Wheeler, LCSW, a therapist who discussed building the right support team; Sarah Tims, CFP® at  Curi Capital, […]

Life is full of transitions — some anticipated, while others catch us off guard. Successfully navigating them requires more than just reactive problem-solving; it takes perspective, planning and clear guidance. Years of guiding clients through divorce have shown me that understanding your options and priorities, combined with thoughtful decision-making, is key to transforming uncertainty into […]

I have represented many clients who faced the possibility of losing a sizable portion of the marital estate to which they were entitled because their spouse diverted assets into a hidden trust. This practice, often referred to as fraud on the marital estate, is well recognized in Illinois law. The high-net-worth clients with whom I […]