Graduation Requirements for Students during COVID-19

Elise Harmening April 27, 2020

Governor J.B. Pritzker updated the School Code by Executive Order on April 24, 2020, modifying, in part, the requirements for High School Graduation. This is not a substitute for legal advice. This is legal information. This does not create an attorney-client relationship. The relevant sections include: Section 8. The following provisions of the Illinois School Code, 105 ILCS 5/1-1 et seq., requiring certain assessments and courses for twelfth grade students, are suspended: 105 ILCS 5/2-3.64a-5(c)

Education Law, Family Law, Miscellaneous
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Pitfalls in Filing for Divorce

Elise Harmening September 1, 2019

There are many nuances in any court case. A divorce is no different and I have recently run into a few pitfalls from clients who begin their case on their own (aka “Pro Se”). Check out the following for a short list of some major pitfalls so you can learn from those who filed before you! This is not a substitute for legal advice. This is legal information. This does not create an attorney-client relationship.

Family Law
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Transgender Students’ Rights

Elise Harmening July 5, 2019

School can be tough; friends, homework, and pop quizzes can all be sources of stress in a student’s life, but worrying about whether a school will respect gender identity should never be one of them. Transgender students, like all students, have legal protections when it comes to their rights in school. If you have a child in your life who is transgender, familiarizing yourself with these rights can help you and your student make the most out

DCFS Indicated

Elise Harmening March 27, 2019

Now what? This is not a substitute for legal advice. This is legal information. This does not create an attorney-client relationship. This can be an extremely emotional and tense time. It is important to keep the emotions separate and do your best to think clearly at this moment. There are strict deadlines and timelines for folks who want to appeal the decision by DCFS. If you go beyond those strict deadlines, you will likely be

Family Law
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Joint-Simplified Divorce Demystified

Elise Harmening February 11, 2019

The joint simplified divorce is a special type of divorce that a couple can get in a limited situation. What is a simple divorce? There are a number of factors that qualify you for a simple divorce. Take our quick quiz HERE to determine if you are eligible. If you are not eligible, some of these steps will still apply, so it is worth browsing through. REMINDER: THIS IS NOT LEGAL ADVICE. THIS IS INFORMATION.

Family Law
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