Kogut & Wilson is pleased to announce their expansion with the opening of a new office in northwestern Park Ridge. This is the firm’s second location and will allow firm attorneys to serve suburban clients. “Providing excellent client service remains our focus as the firm continues to grow,” said partner Eva Kogut. “With our new Park Ridge office, our clients will have the opportunity to connect with us in multiple places, selecting whatever location…

Kogut & Wilson is delighted to announce Eva Kogut and Bryan Wilson have been selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America 2020. This is the third consecutive year both Eva and Bryan have been recognized in the field of Family Law and the second consecutive year Eva was recognized in Collaborative Law: Family Law. This year marks Eva’s debut in the field of Family Law Mediation. Eva and Bryan understand that…

After you make the difficult decision to divorce, you’re faced with even more challenging choices. What are my options for getting a divorce? Many people think going to court is their only option, but mediation and collaborative divorce may be a better fit for your situation. Litigation: The most common and well-known route Litigation involves an attorney for either one or both parties and a divorce judgment that is entered into the court. It can…

Bryan Wilson has been appointed to the Illinois State Bar Association Standing Committee on Legislation, which has the responsibility for the execution of the ISBA legislative program. For nearly 40 years, the Standing Committee on Legislation has been responsible for proposing the rules and regulations that govern the Illinois State Bar. Bryan will serve as one of 16 members who have demonstrated interest in issues affecting the legal profession and the administering of justice in…

Most family law attorneys use a well-worn script for their client intake process. But do they ask the right questions? Years of experience have taught Eva Kogut that there is a better way. The Typical Aproach When a client meets with an attorney for guidance on divorce, the discussion often centers on the facts regarding the process and possible outcomes in court. The attorney is trained to immediately present and explain various legal strategies for…

Kogut & Wilson is pleased to announce that Stephanie Tang has received the Illinois State Bar Association’s (ISBA) Young Lawyer of the Year Award for Cook County. Each year the ISBA Young Lawyers Division presents this award to two individuals, one who practices within Cook County and one outside the county. Nominated by numerous industry peers, Stephanie was recognized for her significant contributions as an outstanding young lawyer, including her achievements in the practice of…

IRMO Salvatore Muddies Child Support Modification Waters Up until Salvatore, a formerly unemployed spouse obtaining a full-time job was almost a guaranteed “substantial change in circumstances” that would warrant a modification of child support in court.  The Salvatore decision complicates this analysis by placing a greater focus on what was initially contemplated at the time the prior child support order was entered. Pertinent Facts: Three kids were born to the parties. The original Marital Settlement…