For married couples facing separation and/or divorce, filing a joint income tax return can offer significant financial advantages and can be a powerful tool for couples looking to optimize their tax outcomes. While individual tax circumstances vary, many couples find
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Protecting LGBTQ+ Family Rights in Upcoming Years
Second parent adoption allows a non-biological parent to gain the same rights as a biological parent. Following recent political decisions, including the 2024 election and the United States Supreme Court decision in Dobbs in June 2022, discussions surrounding second parent adoption
Cailee J. Alderman Honored in 2024 Women in Law List
Kogut & Wilson is thrilled to announce Cailee J. Alderman’s recognition in Chicago Daily Law Bulletin’s fifth annual Women in Law List. This list recognizes and honors influential women in law who work to mentor and promote other women in
Kogut & Wilson Recognized in Best Lawyers® 2025 Best Law Firms List
Kogut & Wilson is proud to announce that the firm has been honored as a 2025 Best Law Firm by Best Lawyers®. The firm was ranked in Chicago Metropolitan Tier 1 for its practice in Family Law and Tier 2 for
Illinois State Bar Association Standing Committee on Legislation Reappoints Bryan J. Wilson for Fifth Term
Kogut & Wilson partner Bryan J. Wilson has been appointed to serve another term as a member on the Illinois State Bar Association (ISBA) Standing Committee on Legislation for 2024-2025. Bryan was initially appointed to the role in 2020.
The
When Can a Minor’s Name Legally Be Changed in Illinois?
Within A Divorce, Adoption or Other Legal Proceeding
In many court proceedings, including the finalization of an adoption or the dissolution of a marriage or a civil union, the ability to create a new last name or resume the use
What is Collaborative Divorce and How Can I Utilize it in My Divorce?
Divorce is often an emotional, tense process for couples as they try to dissolve their marriage. However, for couples searching for a more amicable approach, a collaborative divorce may be ideal as it provides parties more control over the process.
Kogut & Wilson Welcomes Darby Groberman and Nike Román to the Firm
Kogut & Wilson is pleased to announce two new additions to the team as associates: Darby Groberman and Nike Román. Both attorneys focus their practices in all areas of family and matrimonial law.
Darby has experience in conducting, compiling
Best Lawyers in America Highlights Seven Kogut & Wilson Attorneys in 2025 Lists
Best Lawyers has selected seven Kogut & Wilson attorneys to be named for their excellence in family law for the 2025 edition of the Best Lawyers in America publication.
The firm’s recognitions include:
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- Cailee J. Alderman: Family
How to Prepare for a Divorce Trial
Most family law cases are settled before trial, as both sides can often come to an agreement without the court’s interaction or because the time, effort and money needed for trial outweigh the benefits. However, in certain cases, trial is