Resource Sessions: Legal and Resource Podcasts by Sterk Family Law Group, P.C.

We've had this podcast channel up for some time now but we never really took the time to tell you who Sterk Family Law Group is and why we created this series.

Our firm uses what we call a holistic approach to family law and strives to provide the resources necessary to help our clients move on with dignity and integrity.

Attorney Gwendolyn J. Sterk and Kelly Garver sat down to chat about Sterk Family Law Group and why this podcast is important to our team.

Thanks for listening and we hope you subscribe - we have a lot more great topics in the pipeline!

To connect with Sterk Family Law Group, P.C.: www.sterkfamilylaw.com or call 815-600-8950 to Empower Yourself With Options.

*********** Sterk Family Law provides a full range of family law and estate planning services in Orland Park for clients in Will, Cook, and DuPage counties. The Sterk Family Law Group team provides a holistic approach to the practice of law and strives to not only service a client’s legal needs, but also help manage a client’s emotional and overall well-being by establishing connections with a vast network of counselors, support groups, and various other non-traditional service providers within local communities by way of the unique Resource Center. The Resource Center provides Sterk Family Law clients with access to other professionals to help prepare for the next step in their lives. ***********

This is a legal advertisement from Sterk Family Law Group, P.C. It does not constitute legal or medical advice and should not be construed as such. This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only.

The concept of loan assumption has become a very popular concept right now with divorcing clients. What is a loan assumption? For many clients, this would be a great alternative to doing a refinance. In other cases, it might not make financial sense.

Guest Larry LoVetere, VP of Mortgage Lending with Guaranteed Rate, is back to talk with us about loan assumptions and options for divorcees.

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Larry LoVetere has been in the mortgage industry for over 18 years and became a loan officer because he wanted to be in a business where he could help people and make a difference in their lives.

To connect with Larry or to schedule a free consultation, visit: ⁠⁠www.rate.com/larrylovetere⁠⁠ or call (331) 214-5662

To learn more or to connect with Sterk Family Law Group, P.C. or Gwendolyn Sterk, call 815-600-8950 or visit ⁠⁠https://www.sterkfamilylaw.com/  ⁠⁠

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Sterk Family Law provides a full range of family law and estate planning services in Orland Park for clients in Will, Cook, and DuPage counties.  The Sterk Family Law Group team provides a holistic approach to the practice of law and strives to not only service a client’s legal needs, but also help manage a client’s emotional and overall well-being by establishing connections with a vast network of counselors, support groups, and various other non-traditional service providers within local communities by way of the unique Resource Center.  The Resource Center provides Sterk Family Law clients with access to other professionals to help prepare for the next step in their lives.

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This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. This is a legal advertisement from Sterk Family Law Group, P.C. and does not constitute legal advice and should not be construed as such.

#mortgage #mortgagerefinancing #mortgagelending #divorce #loans #homebuying #divorce #realestate

Showcased as Sterk Family Law Group's January 2024 Non-Profit Hero, Carla Dumas joins us to speak about Foundation of Hope.

Foundation of Hope's mission is to teach women, youth, and young adults foundational principles of financial literacy, management, and responsibility.

To connect with Carla or Foundation of Hope, email [email protected] or visit their Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/FOHOPEInc

Contact us at www.sterkfamilylaw.com or call 815-600-8950 to Empower Yourself With Options.

Showcased as our December 2023 Non-Profit Hero, Mokena Miracles is a not-for-profit 501(c)3 charitable organization that assists Mokena, IL families who are facing difficult challenges, like financial or medical setbacks.

The Mokena Miracles program offers the opportunity to support those within the Mokena village who need help - those who may be dealing with financial or medical struggles, or families with children or elders with medical or physical disabilities.

Thank you to the entire volunteer Board for jumping on for a collaborative discussion about the wonderful things that they are doing! If you are interested in learning more, contributing, or volunteering, please contact them at:

mokenamiracles.com

Call or text: (708) 580-6479

[email protected]

To connect with Sterk Family Law Group, P.C.: www.sterkfamilylaw.com or call 815-600-8950 to Empower Yourself With Options.

*********** Sterk Family Law provides a full range of family law and estate planning services in Orland Park for clients in Will, Cook, and DuPage counties. The Sterk Family Law Group team provides a holistic approach to the practice of law and strives to not only service a client’s legal needs, but also help manage a client’s emotional and overall well-being by establishing connections with a vast network of counselors, support groups, and various other non-traditional service providers within local communities by way of the unique Resource Center. The Resource Center provides Sterk Family Law clients with access to other professionals to help prepare for the next step in their lives. ***********

This is a legal advertisement from Sterk Family Law Group, P.C. It does not constitute legal or medical advice and should not be construed as such. This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only.

Guest Tim Ozinga, Illinois State Representative for the 37th House District, serving residents in Will and Cook counties joins us to talk about some upcoming changes for Illinois employers.

Increase minimum wage / (820 ILCS 105/1)

Amendments to the Family Bereavement Act / (820 ILCS 154/1)

One Day Rest in Seven Act / (820 ILCS 140/0.01)

Employee Sick Leave Act / (820 ILCS 191/1)

Tim Ozinga is the State Representative for the 37th House District, serving residents in Will and Cook counties. For more information: https://repozinga.org/about/

To learn more or to connect with Sterk Family Law Group, P.C. call 815-600-8950 or visit⁠⁠ sterkfamilylaw.com ⁠⁠

************** Sterk Family Law provides a full range of family law and estate planning services in Orland Park for clients in Will, Cook, and DuPage counties. The Sterk Family Law Group team provides a holistic approach to the practice of law and strives to not only service a client’s legal needs, but also help manage a client’s emotional and overall well-being by establishing connections with a vast network of counselors, support groups, and various other non-traditional service providers within local communities by way of the unique Resource Center. The Resource Center provides Sterk Family Law clients with access to other professionals to help prepare for the next step in their lives. **************

This is a legal advertisement from Sterk Family Law Group, P.C. It does not constitute legal or medical advice and should not be construed as such. This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only.

Guest Tim Ozinga, Illinois State Representative, joins us to discuss the Illinois Pay Transparency Act.

The new Illinois Pay Transparency Act, House Bill (HB) 3129, will go into effect in 2025 and require a business with more than 15 employees to post a salary range publicly with a job posting and any benefits. In addition to the job posting, the job opportunity must be shared internally with employees interested in applying for a promotion opportunity.

How can this Act affect employers and what do employers need to do? Listen to find out.

Tim Ozinga is the State Representative for the 37th House District, serving residents in Will and Cook counties in Illinois. 

https://repozinga.org/about/

To learn more or to connect with Sterk Family Law Group, P.C. call 815-600-8950 or visit⁠⁠ sterkfamilylaw.com ⁠⁠

************** Sterk Family Law provides a full range of family law and estate planning services in Orland Park for clients in Will, Cook, and DuPage counties. The Sterk Family Law Group team provides a holistic approach to the practice of law and strives to not only service a client’s legal needs, but also help manage a client’s emotional and overall well-being by establishing connections with a vast network of counselors, support groups, and various other non-traditional service providers within local communities by way of the unique Resource Center. The Resource Center provides Sterk Family Law clients with access to other professionals to help prepare for the next step in their lives. **************

This is a legal advertisement from Sterk Family Law Group, P.C. It does not constitute legal or medical advice and should not be construed as such. This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only.

Guest Tim Ozinga, State Representative for the 37th House District, joins us to talk about housing in Illinois.

Tim Ozinga is the State Representative for the 37th House District, serving residents in Will and Cook counties in Illinois.  To learn more: https://repozinga.org/about/

To learn more or to connect with Sterk Family Law Group, P.C. call 815-600-8950 or visit⁠ sterkfamilylaw.com ⁠

************** Sterk Family Law provides a full range of family law and estate planning services in Orland Park for clients in Will, Cook, and DuPage counties. The Sterk Family Law Group team provides a holistic approach to the practice of law and strives to not only service a client’s legal needs, but also help manage a client’s emotional and overall well-being by establishing connections with a vast network of counselors, support groups, and various other non-traditional service providers within local communities by way of the unique Resource Center. The Resource Center provides Sterk Family Law clients with access to other professionals to help prepare for the next step in their lives. **************

This is a legal advertisement from Sterk Family Law Group, P.C. It does not constitute legal or medical advice and should not be construed as such. This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only.

Racing for Mental Health all started with a conversation and in this podcast conversation, Shannon Sak shares their history and mission. Showcased as Sterk Family Law Group's November 2023 Non-Profit Hero, Racing for Mental Health is committed to destigmatizing mental health and transforming the conversation around it. By being a voice and standing up to the social injustice that has been ingrained into our society, we can eliminate mental health discrimination along with fears of seeking treatment. 

History:

Jordan Missig began talking with his parents about a friend who had opened up to him about his mental health struggles with ADHD. This friend told Jordan that he was not diagnosed with a mental health condition, but he struggled with learning and did not know or want to admit that he had a problem and seek help. This embarrassment of admitting he might have a mental health issue, made continuing with college very difficult, so he dropped out. This led to a discussion about the stigma issues surrounding mental health and how unfortunate it was that anyone would feel too ashamed to seek treatment and support.

Their core values are:

INCLUSION

EMPOWERMENT

ACTIVISM

SOCIAL JUSTICE

To connect with Racing for Mental Health, a 501(c)3 organization: racingformentalhealth.com

(312) 321-4760

[email protected]

To learn more or to connect with Sterk Family Law Group, P.C. call 815-600-8950 or visit sterkfamilylaw.com 

************** Sterk Family Law provides a full range of family law and estate planning services in Orland Park for clients in Will, Cook, and DuPage counties. The Sterk Family Law Group team provides a holistic approach to the practice of law and strives to not only service a client’s legal needs, but also help manage a client’s emotional and overall well-being by establishing connections with a vast network of counselors, support groups, and various other non-traditional service providers within local communities by way of the unique Resource Center. The Resource Center provides Sterk Family Law clients with access to other professionals to help prepare for the next step in their lives. **************

This is a legal advertisement from Sterk Family Law Group, P.C. It does not constitute legal or medical advice and should not be construed as such. This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only.

#mentalhealth #nonprofit #notforprofit #mentalhealthawareness #helpingothers #conversation

Guest Jason Thomas joins us to discuss 3 Seeds Mentoring Group which is showcased as Sterk Family Law Group's Non-Profit Hero for October 2023.3 Seeds Mentoring Group works with kids/teens to provide a wide array of mentoring services and focuses on three areas: Character, Creativity, and Careers Their goal is to expose them to as many different hands-on experiences as possible in hopes of them connecting with a path that directly speaks to their natural ability and destiny.

 Some of the services they provide:

Their programs include:

They offer various programs throughout the year and encourage the students to do volunteer work.  

3seeds.org

708-232-7020 or email [email protected]

To learn more or to connect with Sterk Family Law Group, P.C. call 815-600-8950 or visit sterkfamilylaw.com 

************** Sterk Family Law provides a full range of family law and estate planning services in Orland Park for clients in Will, Cook, and DuPage counties. The Sterk Family Law Group team provides a holistic approach to the practice of law and strives to not only service a client’s legal needs, but also help manage a client’s emotional and overall well-being by establishing connections with a vast network of counselors, support groups, and various other non-traditional service providers within local communities by way of the unique Resource Center. The Resource Center provides Sterk Family Law clients with access to other professionals to help prepare for the next step in their lives. **************

This is a legal advertisement from Sterk Family Law Group, P.C. It does not constitute legal or medical advice and should not be construed as such. This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only.

#youthmentoring #mentoring #nonprofit #notforprofit #youth #enrichment #helpingothers

Per legion.org, "The American Legion was chartered and incorporated by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic veterans organization devoted to mutual helpfulness. It is the nation’s largest wartime veterans service organization, committed to mentoring youth and sponsorship of wholesome programs in our communities, advocating patriotism and honor, promoting strong national security, and continued devotion to our fellow servicemembers and veterans." Today, the American Legion provides a large array of services and support for those who have served in our armed forces.

Sterk Family Law Group's Non-Profit Hero for September 2023 is the American Legion Post 2011 with post namesake of Army Pfc. Michael C. Olivieri. The Post was named in honor of Olivieri who died June 6, 2011, Serving During Operation New Dawn.

Thank you to Lou Zemke, Commander of Post 2011, for joining us to share the history of the American Legion, the services they provide, and ways for people to get involved and support their Post.

To connect with the American Legion Post 2011:

To learn more or to connect with Sterk Family Law Group, P.C. call 815-600-8950 or visit sterkfamilylaw.com