Legal Solutions Collaborative Family Law

10/15/2026

Thinking about posting during your divorce? Pause first.

Vacation photos, new purchases, and nights out can all surface in an Illinois divorce case. Even closed Facebook groups aren’t truly private. One screenshot is all it takes.

Learn which posts carry the most risk and why privacy settings only go so far: https://rizzoyoung.biz/risks-social-media-il-divorce-proceedings

Throughout the Illinois divorce process, the risks of social media posting carry significant consequences in family law disputes.

10/13/2026

Please welcome Samuel Salmeron, our new Operations Coordinator!

Samuel keeps our daily operations organized, efficient, and focused on you. He brings more than a decade of experience in healthcare and data analytics. He also holds three degrees from Loyola University Chicago.

Samuel speaks Spanish, so we can serve more Northern Illinois families in the language they know best. Hablamos español.

Meet Samuel: https://rizzoyoung.biz/samuel-salmeron

10/08/2026

"Rachel made the entire divorce process easy. She guides you through every step, including the paperwork. Rachel had my best interests and the costs were very affordable. I highly recommend this firm."

Feedback like this is why we do what we do. Thank you to our clients for trusting us with some of life's most difficult transitions.

Learn more: https://rizzoyoung.biz/betterpathlaw

10/07/2026

During the Illinois State Bar Association's Solo & Small Firm Conference, Rachel served as a speaker during Top Tips and Table Clinics.

The interactive session gave attendees the chance to ask speakers direct questions and get practical insight on specific topics.

Rachel led the Family Law Update table alongside Genevieve Miller, Attorney at Law, sharing real guidance with solo and small firm attorneys from across Illinois.

Thank you to everyone who shared their time, knowledge, and expertise this week!

10/01/2026

Another great session at the Illinois State Bar Association's Solo & Small Firm Conference 2026.

Rachel connected with Stuart Teicher following his presentation, "Bumps, Bruises & Battle Wounds: Lessons from the Past to Shape the Future."

The session covered real-world lessons on client communication, knowing when to turn away a case, and staying current on technology, with special thanks to moderator Linda Watson of Watson Law.

Sessions like this one reflect exactly what this conference is about: learning from experience to build stronger, more sustainable practices.

09/29/2026

Rachel Hernandez once again served as Conference Chair for the Illinois State Bar Association's Solo & Small Firm Conference 2026: From Log Cabin to Legacy, Growing and Sustaining a Solo or Small Firm in Illinois, held at the Peoria Marriott Pere Marquette.

Rachel welcomed attendees alongside ISBA President Perry Browder of Simmons Hanly Conroy to kick off two days of programming for solo and small firm attorneys across the state.

09/24/2026

"Every person we deal with matters. Engage everyone." That message from Hon. Vincent F. Cornelius resonated with attendees at the Illinois State Bar Association's Solo & Small Firm Conference 2026.

Our founder, Rachel Nicole Hernandez, and Genevieve Miller, Vice Chair of this year's conference, had the chance to connect with Perry Browder, current President of the Illinois State Bar Association, and Judge Cornelius, who served as ISBA President from 2016 to 2017.

Judge Cornelius's opening session, "Foundation to Future: Had I Known Then What I Know Now," shared lessons from his own experience hanging his shingle and opening his own law firm.

09/22/2026

Is mediation the right path for your family? 🤝

It could be a strong fit if you:

✅ Want a constructive place to start
✅ Want to resolve disagreements without court
✅ Are stuck on a key issue or two
✅ Are ready for an honest conversation
✅ Want to protect your kids from conflict
✅ Want to control the outcome yourselves

Mediation only takes a genuine willingness to try, not a full commitment going in.

Learn more: https://rizzoyoung.biz/illinois-mediation

09/17/2026

Today's the day! Rachel Nicole Hernandez heads to Peoria for the Illinois State Bar Association's 2026 Solo & Small Firm Conference.

She opens today's Welcome and Introductions. Later, she moderates "Foundation to Future" and leads an evening table clinic on Family Law Updates.

Proud to see her represent Legal Solutions Collaborative Family Law on the statewide stage.

09/15/2026

Rachel Hernandez wears the "moderator" badge again this year.

She'll lead "Foundation to Future: Had I Known Then What I Know Now" at the Illinois State Bar Association's Solo & Small Firm Conference.

Her co-panelist is Hon. Vincent F. Cornelius of the 12th Judicial Circuit Court.

The conversation looks back at decades of lessons learned from the bench.

It's a candid, thoughtful start to two days of legal education in Peoria.

Sign up today: https://rizzoyoung.biz/2026-isba-solo-small-firm-conference