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April 16, 2025
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Join Colleen M. Breems and the Chicago Bar Association for a Live Webinar April 23

Partner Colleen M. Breems joins the Chicago Bar Association, Lindsay A. Saylors (Kolias, P.C.), Anna Aguilar (The Law Office of Erin M. Wilson, LLC), and ...

April 9, 2025
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Protecting Your Assets: Why Record-Keeping Matters

Keeping good documentation for your records is more important than you might think, especially in long-term marriages. A case in point is the situation of ...

April 2, 2025
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Consultation Considerations: Navigating Your First Meeting With Your Lawyer

Meeting with a divorce attorney may seem like a daunting experience, however, with a little preparation you can ensure that your meeting will be productive ...

March 26, 2025
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Light at the End of the Tunnel – Keeping Divorce in Perspective

Going through a divorce is widely considered one of the most stressful times in a person’s life. As a divorce attorney, I see every client ...

March 19, 2025
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An Easier Path for Victims to Extend Orders of Protection

The Illinois Domestic Violence Act allows victims of domestic violence to obtain plenary orders of protection against their abusers for up to two years in ...

March 12, 2025
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Is Two Better Than One? Considerations for Multi-jurisdictional Family Law Representation for Dual Citizens

Divorces involving a dual citizen require strategic planning, particularly when asset or parenting disputes extend beyond U.S. borders. Illinois courts have jurisdiction over property, support, ...

February 26, 2025
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Cryptocurrency and Hidden Assets in Divorce

Cryptocurrency is becoming a major challenge in divorce proceedings as more spouses attempt to hide assets in digital wallets, offshore crypto exchanges, or decentralized finance ...

February 19, 2025
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Pics or It Didn’t Happen: Supporting Your Case with Evidence

When it comes to divorce and parenting disputes, solid evidence can make all the difference. A judge will not just take your word for it—you ...

February 18, 2025
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Equity Partner Morgan L. Stogsdill Co-Hosts Reception for CDLB 2024 Women in Law Award Recipients

Equity Partner Morgan L. Stogsdill and Erin Clifford, of Clifford Law Offices, co-host a special reception to honor Chicago Daily Law Bulletin’s 2024 Women in ...

February 13, 2025
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Michael J. Levy’s article “Hitting It Big: The Rise of Online Sports Betting and Its Inevitable Impact on Divorce Proceedings” Featured in the ISBA’s Family Law Section Council Newsletter

Partner Michael J. Levy provides insight on the online betting phenomenon in his article “Hitting It Big: The Rise of Online Sports Betting and Its ...

January 29, 2025
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Maximizing Divorce Mediation through P.R.E.P. —Preparation, Reasonableness, Expectations, and Patience

Mediation in divorce provides an alternative to the adversarial court process. Spouses utilize the services of a neutral third party to assist them in reaching ...

January 22, 2025
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Divorce is TAX-ing: Filing Returns in the Throes of a Family Law Case

Believe it or not, tax season is right around the corner. As family law attorneys, when our clients near the settlement of their divorce matter ...

January 21, 2025
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28 Beermann Attorneys Recognized as 2025 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars

Beermann is pleased to announce that 28 of our attorneys have been recognized by Super Lawyers® as 2025 Illinois Super Lawyers and Super Lawyers Rising ...

January 15, 2025
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To Sell or Not to Sell? What Happens to the Marital Residence During Divorce?

As a divorce attorney, one question I am frequently asked is “should I stay in my house, or should I sell it?” This is because, ...

January 14, 2025
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Beermann Announces 2025 Attorney Promotions

We are thrilled to announce our 2025 promotions at Beermann! Please join us in congratulating these talented attorneys for their hard work, dedication, and well-deserved ...

January 10, 2025
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Michael J. Levy Speaks at NBI’s Advanced Marital and Property Settlement Agreements Webinar on January 21, 2025

Join Partner Michael J. Levy, Mark K. Gubinsky of The Gubinsky Law Firm, and the National Business Institute (NBI) for a family law CLE webinar ...

December 18, 2024
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Deck the Halls, Not the Courtroom: Co-Parenting Tips for the Holidays

The holidays can be a magical time for families, even after divorce. While it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by custody schedules and conflicting traditions, the ...

December 17, 2024
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Equity Partner Morgan L. Stogsdill Featured on the Northern Trust Podcast

The Northern Trust Institute podcast features Equity Partner Morgan L. Stogsdill in their podcast series, Secrets of Enterprising Families, in the episode titled “Entering a ...

December 11, 2024
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Destigmatizing the Prenuptial Agreement

Although prenuptial agreements have become more common in recent years, many people still view them as awkward, uncomfortable, and often unfair. This perception remains strong ...

December 5, 2024
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Partner Michael J. Levy Joins University of Wisconsin School of Law as an Adjunct Professor

Please join Beermann LLP in congratulating Partner Michael J. Levy on joining the University of Wisconsin School of Law faculty. Mr. Levy will begin teaching ...