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I am often baffled at the manner in which Illinois family laws address the needs of children. It is a true miracle of life that children are brought into this world. And then the unit that forms them falls apart. But that does not have to mean that the children have to fall apart too. My…
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As I continue to practice law into the next year, I cannot help but ask myself, do we have “it” right? We, as a community, those of us helping people get divorced, and those of us getting divorced, work within a system that does not have the energy or time to see us as individuals.…
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So I decided it might be nice to share a bit more about me and the type of approach I bring to life and to my practice. I hope sharing my insights will benefit and lift you. So here we go. Not too long ago, I rented a car for a road trip with my…
Why is an Attorney Who Cares Important?–What Difference Can It Make in Your Case?
8/6/2025
If you’ve ever found yourself in the torment of a family or guardianship dispute that landed in Civil Court, you know how gut-wrenching and terrifying it can be. The pain of your heart being placed in the hands of strangers is indescribable—because ultimately, that’s what our children, family members, and loved ones are: our heart.