Meet Chelsea Jannereth: Rincker Law’s Newest Associate Attorney in Champaign

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We are thrilled to introduce Chelsea Jannereth as the newest Associate Attorney at Rincker Law, PLLC in our Champaign office! Chelsea joins us with a wealth of experience in family law and civil litigation, and we couldn’t be more excited to have her as part of our team.  Chelsea has a passion for collaborative law and mediation, which perfectly aligns …

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Cari Rincker was a Guest on the Inspiring Business Podcast with Mark Bullock

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I was a guest on Inspiring Business Podcast with Mark Bullock. Tune in for these key takeaways: * Transition from Farm Girl to Lawyer * Balancing Motherhood and a Law Practice * The Billable Mom Podcast * My Work in Mediation and Family Law YouTube: https://youtu.be/HvlnibgAQBw Check out the episode on any of the following platforms: Youtube Website Facebook Business …

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Fertility Law Case Summary: LePage (SC-2022-0579)

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On February 16, 2024 the Supreme Court of Alabama decided in LePage v. The Center for Reproductive Medicine, P.C. that fertilized eggs are children for the purpose of Alabama’s wrongful death of a minor statute. The court held that all ‘unborn children’ whether inside or outside the womb are protected within the plain language of the statute. Alabama’s Wrongful Death …

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Using Assisted Reproductive Technology: What Happens to Unused Genetic Material at Your Death?

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When you think about how you want your property to be distributed after your death, most of the time it is easy to identify that property—your home, your cars, your jewelry, etc. But what about the genetic material used in assisted reproductive technology, such as frozen sperm, eggs, and embryos? Is genetic material stored with your doctor or a fertility …

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Hear Cari Rincker’s Interview with Pace Law School

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What was your path to law school? Did you always want to be a lawyer? When I was a very little girl, I wanted to be a lawyer but the truth was, I didn’t know many lawyers and I didn’t understand what they did. It wasn’t until I lived in Washington D.C. and interned in Capitol Hill in agriculture and …

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NYC Family Lawyer: Divorce and Separation in the Intergenerational Family Unit

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Divorce and separation are complex matters that can significantly impact families, particularly those with multiple generations involved. In the dynamic and diverse city of New York, intergenerational families face unique challenges when going through these transitions. This blog post aims to shed light on the issues affecting intergenerational families with divorce and separation involving children, and how a family law …

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Illinois Family Law: Remedies for Abuse of Allocated Parenting Time

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Going through a divorce is complicated, even more so when children are involved.  Once you have finally arrived at a judicially-mandated order or approved agreement with respect to the custody and visitation rights of each parent, it can be devastating for your ex-spouse to repeatedly violate that order or agreement. In this blog, I discuss the relief available when your …

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Prenups are for Young Couples, Too

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Historically, prenuptial agreements (“prenups”) were regarded as instruments for those more mature couples who already have significant assets to their name.  These days, the appetite for prenups is also gaining momentum among younger couples on the path to marriage, regardless of their wealth (or lack thereof).  A prenuptial agreement between two younger individuals presents its own unique challenges, because often …

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Illinois Matrimonial and Family Law: Post-Secondary Educational Expenses

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Did you know that students with divorced parents in Illinois may be entitled to court ordered assistance with educational expenses by both parents? If you’re former spouse isn’t paying their fair share, read on to learn more about getting your child the help they need. How much support will a court order? Illinois courts have significant discretion to set the …

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Illinois Family Law: Have Things Changed Since Your Last Child Support Order?

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Illinois courts can reconsider a child support calculation once there has been a “substantial change in circumstances.” What’s new? As any parent would know, the cost of caring for your children can change throughout the years. The expenses of a toddler will surely differ from those of a teenager. At the same time, the income of one or both parents …

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Navigating Parental Alienation

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What is Parental Alienation? Parental Alienation occurs when a child shows extreme preference for one parent (the “Preferred Parent”) over another parent (the “Rejected Parent”) as a result of efforts by the Preferred Parent to alienate the child from the Rejected Parent.  Parental Alienation can significantly complicate a divorce and the accompanying allocation of shared parental responsibilities. Parental alienation is …

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Cari Rincker Joins Amicable Divorce Network

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I have always been passionate about resolving disputes outside of court, especially when children are involved.  It’s one of the (many) reasons why I love mediation. I’m excited to announce that I have been accepted into the Amicable Divorce Network for both Illinois and New York.  I just completed my training and am excited to help walk folks who are …

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