Block Reid

09/02/2026

Block Reid congratulates Gloria Block, Principal & Founder, on her recognition in The Best Lawyers in America® 2027 edition, earning honors in both Family Law and Family Law Mediation.

Marking the directory's 33rd edition, Best Lawyers selects honorees through a peer-review process, with nominations from attorneys outside the nominee's firm.

Judges, attorneys, and mental health professionals often turn to Gloria in difficult custody disputes. Courts frequently appoint her, with agreement from opposing counsel, to help resolve them.

This recognition builds on a career that includes honors from Super Lawyers and Leading Lawyers. In 2025, Law Bulletin Media named her a Top Woman in Law.

Read the full announcement: https://rizzoyoung.biz/2027-best-lawyers-gloria-block

08/26/2026

⚖️ Illinois divorce law has changed significantly over the past century. Couples no longer need to prove fault in court to end a marriage. Today's standard focuses on irreconcilable differences and whether reconciliation is realistic, a shift that reflects how family courts approach divorce today.

Our latest blog traces this evolution, from the fault-based grounds of 1874 to the no-fault framework Illinois uses now, and what it means for couples navigating divorce in Cook and Lake County.

Read the full story: https://rizzoyoung.biz/illinois-no-fault-divorce

Illinois no-fault divorce law changed how couples end a marriage in the state, replacing decades of fault-based grounds with the standard of irreconcilable differences.

08/18/2026

08/06/2026

Throwback to last year's Decalogue Society Annual Dinner. Block Reid's Russell Reid and Gabriela Asrow connected with Hon. Rena Van Tine and friends of the firm at this respected gathering for Chicago's legal community.

This year's dinner just wrapped, and new photos are on the way. Block | Reid is proud to support organizations that strengthen Chicago's legal profession.

Photo Credit: Decalogue Society of Lawyers

07/30/2026

Such a wonderful event as always. Can't wait for the photos!

07/29/2026

Block Reid proudly sponsors tonight's Annual Installation & Awards Dinner. This marks the 92nd occasion for the Decalogue Society of Lawyers.

Later today, the Society will install incoming Decalogue President Honorable Lori Rosen. Also, this year's award recipients will be recognized, including Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton and Hon. Timothy C. Evans.

Read the full story: https://rizzoyoung.biz/decalogue-societys-92nd-annual-installation

Block | Reid is proud to serve as a Gold Sponsor of Decalogue's 92nd Annual Installation and Awards Dinner. The event takes place on July 29, 2026, at The Old Post Office in Chicago.

07/22/2026

Block Reid is proud to sponsor Decalogue Society of Lawyers' 92nd Annual Installation and Awards Dinner as a Gold Sponsor. Congratulations to incoming Decalogue President Honorable Lori Rosen and the 2026-2027 Officers and Board of Managers.

Our team is honored to celebrate alongside Chicago's Jewish legal community at this milestone event. Block | Reid remains committed to supporting organizations that strengthen family law and the broader Chicago legal community.

07/17/2026

Proud to have joined as a Gold Sponsor of Decalogue's 92nd Annual Installation and Awards Dinner. 🍽️

Thank you to the Decalogue Society of Lawyers, and congratulations to incoming President Honorable Lori Rosen and this year's honorees.

07/15/2026

Our Managing Partner, Gabriela O. Asrow, holds a perfect 10/10 rating on Avvo, backed by 26 client reviews.

One client recently shared:

"Gabriela is an extremely compassionate yet competent attorney with a thorough understanding of emotional abuse dynamics. Gabriela will truly listen and give her honest feedback. She is a strong and thorough advocate who will partner with you to navigate the stressful and oftentimes confusing legal jargon and paperwork, while maintaining a sense of humor along the way. She always put the needs of myself and my young children first when drafting legal documents for my divorce. I am forever grateful to have had Gabriela in my corner during an incredibly difficult time in my life."

Gabriela brings that same dedication to her work as a certified mediator, guardian ad litem, and parenting coordinator in Cook County. She's also a longtime SHALVA volunteer, supporting survivors of domestic violence through its Legal Committee.

Explore more client stories from the Block | Reid team: https://rizzoyoung.biz/blockreid-family-law-testimonials