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09/14/2026

𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 can offer a more collaborative path to resolving disputes, while 𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 may be necessary when spouses can’t reach an agreement or when court intervention is needed.

So, which is right for your situation?

It depends on your circumstances, your goals, the level of conflict, and whether you and your spouse can work toward an agreement.

Before you choose a path, make sure you understand your options.

Going through a divorce in Illinois? Visit masters-lawgroup.com to connect with Masters Law Group.

09/09/2026

What happens when a child is taken to another country? What if a child is not returned as agreed? And when might the Hague Convention apply?

Our latest blog breaks down the legal framework surrounding 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝 𝐚𝐛𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐋𝐚 𝐉𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚, 𝐂𝐀, including habitual residence, potential defenses, and the importance of acting promptly.

👉 Read the full guide: Hague Convention Attorney in La Jolla, CA

Looking for a Hague Convention Attorney in La Jolla, CA? Masters Law Group has you covered. Learn more.

09/07/2026

Today, we honor those whose hard work and dedication build stronger communities every day.

, from all of us at Masters Law Group.

09/04/2026

When your family and future are on the line, choosing the right legal team matters.

At Masters Law Group, we bring experience and focused family law knowledge to every case we handle. From Illinois to California, our team helps clients navigate divorce, mediation, and complex Hague Convention matters with confidence — wherever life has taken them.

Ready to talk? Schedule a consultation with Masters Law Group at masters-lawgroup.com.

09/02/2026

Four 2027 honors. 12 consecutive years of recognition. 👏⚖️

Congratulations to Masters Law Group Partner and Family Law Mediator Erin E. Masters on an incredible year of recognition in the 2027 Illinois Super Lawyers® selections!

🏆 7th consecutive selection to the Illinois Super Lawyers list
🏆 First selection to the Illinois Top 5 Family Law list
🏆 2nd consecutive selection to the Illinois Top 100 list
🏆 3rd consecutive selection to the Illinois Top 50 Women list

And there’s even more to celebrate: Erin has now received recognition across the Illinois Rising Stars and Super Lawyers lists for 12 consecutive years, from 2016 through 2027.

These honors reflect Erin’s continued professional recognition within Illinois and her longstanding commitment to the practice of family law and mediation.

We’re incredibly proud to celebrate Erin and all she continues to accomplish. Congratulations, Erin!

Partner / Family Law Mediator Erin Masters has been recognized with multiple prestigious honors in the 2027 Illinois Super Lawyers selections

08/31/2026

The clock may already be running.⏰

When a child has been wrongfully removed or retained outside their habitual country, timing matters. Waiting to seek legal guidance could make an already difficult situation more complicated.

If you’re facing an international parental child abduction, contacting an attorney as soon as possible can help you understand your legal options and what steps may be appropriate for your situation.

The sooner you understand your options, the sooner you can take action.

Contact Masters Law Group at masters-lawgroup.com.

𝘋𝘪𝘴𝘤𝘭𝘢𝘪𝘮𝘦𝘳: 𝘛𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘪𝘴 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘪𝘯𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘱𝘶𝘳𝘱𝘰𝘴𝘦𝘴 𝘰𝘯𝘭𝘺 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘪𝘴 𝘯𝘰𝘵 𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘥 𝘵𝘰 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘷𝘪𝘥𝘦 𝘭𝘦𝘨𝘢𝘭 𝘢𝘥𝘷𝘪𝘤𝘦 𝘰𝘳 𝘤𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘢𝘯 𝘢𝘵𝘵𝘰𝘳𝘯𝘦𝘺-𝘤𝘭𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘳𝘦𝘭𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱. 𝘌𝘢𝘤𝘩 𝘤𝘢𝘴𝘦 𝘪𝘴 𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘲𝘶𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘴𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘥 𝘣𝘦 𝘦𝘷𝘢𝘭𝘶𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘢𝘴𝘦𝘥 𝘰𝘯 𝘪𝘵𝘴 𝘴𝘱𝘦𝘤𝘪𝘧𝘪𝘤 𝘤𝘪𝘳𝘤𝘶𝘮𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘦𝘴.

08/28/2026

Home isn’t always defined by an address. 🌎

In Hague Convention cases, determining a child’s habitual residence can be a critical part of the legal analysis—and there’s no one-size-fits-all answer.

Have questions about an international family law matter? Masters Law Group can help you understand your legal options. Visit masters-lawgroup.com.

08/26/2026

𝟓% 𝐨𝐟 𝐈𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐨𝐢𝐬 𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐲𝐬. 𝟐 𝐌𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐋𝐚𝐰 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐩 𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐲𝐬. 𝟏 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧.

Congratulations to Erin E. Masters, Partner / Family Law Mediator, and Anthony G. Joseph, Partner, on being named 2027 Illinois Super Lawyers. ⚖️

This distinction recognizes attorneys who have demonstrated professional excellence and earned significant recognition within the legal community.

We’re proud to celebrate this achievement and the dedication Ms. Masters and Mr. Joseph bring to the practice of family law.

Learn more.

We're proud to announce that Erin E. Masters and Anthony G. Joseph have been recognized as 2027 Illinois Super Lawyers®.

08/24/2026

📂 Ask the Masters: What documents should you gather before filing for divorce in Illinois?

Divorce involves more than filing paperwork—it can involve important financial and legal considerations. Getting organized early can help you understand your financial picture, prepare for what’s ahead, and make informed decisions throughout the process.

Illinois courts use a statewide 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐭, which requires supporting documentation such as income records, tax returns, bank statements, assets, and debts.

Watch for a helpful guide on what you may want to gather before filing.

𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐝𝐢𝐯𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐈𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐨𝐢𝐬? Contact Masters Law Group to discuss your circumstances and learn how we can help: 𝐦𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬-𝐥𝐚𝐰𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐩.𝐜𝐨𝐦.