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Sterling Lawyers, LLC Guides Hoffman Estates Families Through Year-End Legal Decisions
No one wants to go through it, or let alone talk about it. But when someone realizes a divorce is needed it is often hard to take the first steps and make decisions on your own.
Sterling Lawyers, LLC Guides Schaumburg Parents Through Collaborative Holiday Custody Planning
No one wants to go through it, or let alone talk about it. But when someone realizes a divorce is needed it is often hard to take the first steps and make decisions on your own.
Sterling Lawyers Advises Evanston Residents on Year-End Divorce Decisions Related to Tax
No one wants to go through it, or let alone talk about it. But when someone realizes a divorce is needed it is often hard to take the first steps and make decisions on your own.
Naperville Families Gain Holiday Custody Clarity Through Sterling Lawyers' Strategic Planning Support
No one wants to go through it, or let alone talk about it. But when someone realizes a divorce is needed it is often hard to take the first steps and make decisions on your own.
Strong Families Build A Strong Society
The vision to create a client-centered family law firm came from Jeff Hughes and Anthony Karls desire to create a business that innovated a business model few thought could be innovated. This innovation also allowed them to make a difference in the community. This is that story.
The Power Of Shared Experiences
A team develops relationships by having shared experiences. At Sterling Lawyers, we believe we are called to serve the legal needs of families navigating divorce, paternity and post judgment challenges. Sterling Lawyers builds a client-centered law firm by fielding a team of staff members and attorneys that pull for each other.
Does Cheating Affect Alimony?
With Wisconsin being a “no fault” state, infidelity does not help or hurt someone in the judge's final decision on spousal support. In addition, it has no impact on alimony or property and debt division.
Shape Up Shoppe: Neighborhood Family Fitness
In the Bay View neighborhood of Milwaukee sits an old school gym that was started over 40 years ago by Julie and Dennis Newman. The Newman’s are known in the neighborhood for volunteering around the community and in their church. It is apparent that family, health, church, and the community are what is important to the Newmans.
How Does Life Insurance Work After a Divorce in Wisconsin?
After a divorce is final, you can usually remove your ex spouse from the life insurance policy unless a court orders otherwise to secure support payments.
Can I Change My Mind After Signing Divorce Papers?
When a divorce is finalized and you change your mind, there's not much you can do. However, if you're int he early stages of divorce, you can ask the court to look at a “significant life change” to determine if changes can be made or you can request to withdraw your petition.
Benefits of Cooking Together as a Family
Shared family experiences are proven to increase family bonds and promote positive behavior in children. By cooking with your kids, you have the opportunity to teach them safety, problem-solving skills, and the value of collaboration.
Urban Gardening as a Solution for Food Insecurity and Development of Communities
What is urban gardening and how could it help your family? With the increasing popularity, it might be time to jump in and help your community with an urban garden.
Can the Courts Modify or Terminate Alimony post Divorce?
Attorney Latrice Knighton of Sterling Lawyers explains how the landmark case Vander Perren v. Vander Perren sets the precedent for how the court rules on how maintenance can be reduced or terminated by the courts years later after the divorce was settled.
How to Choose a Financial Advisor For Your Family
When choosing a financial advisor, decide if you need all aspects of financial planning or an investment advisor only. You'll want to ask how the financial advisor is compensated, what type of clients they work with, examples of success, up-to-date credentials, references, and finally if they are a fiduciary.
Is a Degree Considered Marital Property in a Divorce?
What is the reason to why a higher-education degree is not considered to be a part of marital assets? How will that affect you and your current situation?
How to Effectively Prepare for Divorce Court
You want to handle your divorce on your own but you are uncertain about what to expect in court. Here are three things you should know will be expected of you by the judge handling your divorce.
How to Effectively Serve Divorce Paperwork
Unfortunately, it isn't enough to file the divorce paperwork to start the divorce process. The court can’t make decisions or rulings unless it has jurisdiction over you and your spouse. The court gains jurisdiction over you when you meet residency requirements and file. The court achieves jurisdiction over your spouse when he receives official and verifiable notice of the divorce so he has an opportunity to object to what you’re asking for. Here is firsthand information about the process server does and how they can help you. I interviewed Mark of Due Process Service, LLC.
Top Secrets to Home Buying While Divorcing
Are you worried about where you are going to live after your divorce? Do you want to purchase a home during a divorce but unsure if it is possible? Or, what to do if you want to purchase a home during your divorce? We talk with Anne Brannon, AVP Senior Mortgage Loan Officer with Johnson Bank, who gives you helpful tips to securing a mortgage for your next home now.
How to Prepare for a Home Appraisal
Are you worried about what is going to happen to your home in your divorce? Do you want to keep the home if you can afford it? Or, are you hoping to get a large pay out from your spouse who wants to keep your home? For many people, the value given by a home appraiser has significant impact on the outcome of your divorce. Discover what the process entails and how to prepare for it in my interview with home appraiser Rick Vozar of Vozar Service Appraisals, Inc.
How to Decide When to Say “No” to Your Friends and Family
Are you overwhelmed? Are your family and friends still asking you to help them when you have absolutely nothing left to give? Here are some useful tips to to reduce your stress and decide whether to help a friend or family member when you are feeling burnt out or overwhelmed.