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Protecting Your Immigration Status During Divorce
By Jason Shore, Divorce and Family Law Attorney Family relationships are integral to immigration law. Family-based admission into the United States and marital relationships constitute a majority of visas issued each year. Divorce cases that involve someone who has immigrated to the U.S. are also not uncommon. When a marriage…
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I want a divorce. Where do I start?
By Marvin Mendez, Divorce and Family Law Attorney Divorce is hard. It takes energy, time and money—but an excellent attorney can make things easier along the way. If you feel overwhelmed, don’t know where to start or are simply looking for reassurance about the process, keep reading. I break down…
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I Found a Divorce Attorney. Now What?
By Marvin Mendez, Divorce and Family Law Attorney, Principal After you find a divorce lawyer who aligns with your values, breathe a sigh of relief! Congratulate yourself for taking the first challenging step. You now have a professional on your team who can walk you through every step of the…
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What Happens When I Get Served Divorce Papers?
By Marvin Mendez, Divorce and Family Law Attorney, Principal Getting served divorce papers can be a daunting and emotional experience—especially if you don’t know they’re coming. In an Illinois divorce, if you aren’t expecting to be served, an attorney will reach out via email to serve you papers. If you…
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How To Prepare For Divorce
By Joshua E. Stern Divorce is unique in that it is both a seismic life event and one that comes with few reference points. Many people do not personally know someone who has been divorced and never expected to be in the situation they now find themselves in. The internet…
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