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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 Legislation Committee serves members by monitoring and reviewing legislation introduced in the Illinois General Assembly.

The dress has been purchased. The invitations have been sent. A countdown to the big day is prominently displayed. As many details are being finalized, couples often don’t think about an important component of wedding planning: the prenuptial agreement.
The premise–that a couple is planning for the challenging financial aspects of their relationship–can create tension

With the excitement of a wedding and the stress of last-minute preparations, a prenuptial agreement (also known as a premarital agreement or prenup) may be the last item on a couple’s mind before heading to the altar but it should not be overlooked.
While meeting with an attorney to discuss a couple’s rights and responsibilities

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 necessary.  
Family law cases proceed to trial for various reasons, typically regarding critical issues

Many parents relocate their families over the summer – often from the city to the suburbs – as to not disrupt their children’s school year. Co-parents may not realize their parenting agreement has specific provisions about where and when they move.
Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act
The Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage