What to Expect When Scheduling Your First Family Law Consultation
Gretel Smith, Esq.
April 4, 2026
We are a full-service Family Law Firm, here to help you with all of your Family Law needs.
The articles are intended for informational purposes only and not legal advice. Please schedule a consultation today to learn how we can help you with your specific needs and get you on a path to a favorable future.
Gretel Smith, Esq. | North County Lawyer Magazine
After an attempt to quell a union strike that resulted in the death of several union workers, President Grover Cleveland
It is the bustling time of year when families and children are all getting ready to return to school! From
Parents often wonder at what age their child can decide where they live in Illinois. That answer is eighteen. Before
Family Court Services Mediation (FCS), Child Custody Recommending Counseling (CCRC), or Confidential Mediation (Tier 1-3) are various terms used by
If you are in immediate danger, please call 911 for help. Call or text the Illinois Domestic Violence Hotline 24/7
If you have a completed revocable living trust, you are already ahead of most Americans. The majority have not taken
A child’s needs will likely change as they age. You, as a parent, may look to change your parenting time
In planning any upcoming vacation when you share custody, parents need to check their court orders regarding what they must
There are a hundred and eighty days of the school year, and summer break accompanies children’s excitement. The annual problem
Burgos Santoyo Smith, Inc. is excited to announce our expansion to Bellville, Illinois. Weopened our new office in Bellville on
While it is fairly safe to say that anyone who starts the divorce process looks forward to completing it. It
KUSI interviewed Burgos Santoyo Smith’s founders, Gretel Smith and Rosario Santoyo, about their mission to help people navigate the complexities