News & Insights
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Kirsten L. Meeder Advances to Partner at Kogut & Wilson
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Kogut & Wilson is pleased to elevate Kirsten to partner, who first joined the firm as an associate in October of 2021.
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Cailee J. Alderman Reappointed as Guardian ad Litem for Adoption Cases by Circuit Court of Cook County for 2024-2026 Term
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Recognizing her exceptional dedication, the Circuit Court of Cook County has reinstalled Cailee as a Guardian ad Litem for adoption cases for another two years.
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Should Separating or Divorcing Couples File Joint Tax Returns?
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Kogut & Wilson shares the benefits couples can gain by filing joint taxes.
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Protecting LGBTQ+ Family Rights in Upcoming Years
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With the growing uncertainty around LGBTQ+ marriage and family rights following recent political decisions, including the 2024 election and the United States Supreme Court decision in Dobbs in June 2022, Kogut & Wilson are again encouraging individuals to go through the process of second parent adoption to ensure their parental rights are fully protected.
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Cailee J. Alderman Honored in 2024 Women in Law List
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Cailee was named to Chicago Daily Law Bulletin’s fifth annual Women in Law list for her leadership and excellence in the legal field.
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Kogut & Wilson Recognized in Best Lawyers® 2025 Best Law Firms List
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Best Lawyers® named Kogut & Wilson to its 2025 Best Law Firms list for its excellence in Family Law and Family Law Mediation.
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Illinois State Bar Association Standing Committee on Legislation Reappoints Bryan J. Wilson for Fifth Term
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Bryan was selected by the Illinois State Bar Association to serve their 27,000 affiliates as a member of the Standing Committee on Legislation for 2024-2025.
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When Can a Minor’s Name Legally Be Changed in Illinois?
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A minor’s name may be changed as part of certain legal proceedings, such as divorce or adoption matters. Certain individuals may also request to change the name of a minor child in a separate legal proceeding. Kogut & Wilson share what you can expect from the name change process and what is required to change a minor’s name.
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What is Collaborative Divorce and How Can I Utilize it in My Divorce?
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Kogut & Wilson shares insights on collaborative divorce process as an alternative to the traditional divorce process that employs a team approach for resolving a couple’s issues.
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Prenuptial Agreements: Planning for Life Beyond the Big Day
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As many details are being finalized, couples often don’t think about an important component of wedding planning: the prenuptial agreement.