Law Office of Russell D. Knight

Law Office of Russell D. Knight Full service family law firm located in downtown Chicago. Call us today for more information.

08/14/2026

Half of the couples I see wanted to 'fix' their partner, but it never turns out well.

Renovation projects rarely succeed in relationships.

Meet Cassandra Marlow, an attorney at the Law Office of Russell D. Knight.Cassandra earned her Bachelor of Arts in Socio...
08/13/2026

Meet Cassandra Marlow, an attorney at the Law Office of Russell D. Knight.

Cassandra earned her Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Philosophy from Bellarmine University before receiving her Juris Doctor from DePaul University College of Law. She was admitted to the Illinois Bar in 2025 and is committed to helping clients through every stage of the family law process with thoughtful preparation and dedicated advocacy.

Originally from Indiana, Cassandra enjoys playing volleyball and spending time outside the office when she is not serving clients.

We're proud to have Cassandra as part of our team.

On Thursday, August 6, Partner and Union League Club member Rochelle Turrisi and Associate Gabriella Manalich joined the...
08/12/2026

On Thursday, August 6, Partner and Union League Club member Rochelle Turrisi and Associate Gabriella Manalich joined the Union League Club of Chicago for a luncheon forum examining the Illinois Accountability Commission's report on the impact of ICE actions during Operation Midway Blitz.

For a family law practice, the consequences of aggressive immigration enforcement are neither abstract nor distant. They surface in custody arrangements, in the stability of households, and in the profound uncertainty that reverberates through parents and children alike. Understanding that impact, rigorously and compassionately, is fundamental to how we advocate for the families who depend on us.

We are grateful to the Union League Club and its community partners for convening a conversation of such consequence, and we remain resolute in protecting the wellbeing of Chicago families through every circumstance they confront.

08/10/2026

Revenge feels productive. It almost never is. The most powerful position in a high value divorce belongs to the client who moves with strategy rather than spite.

Protect your assets, protect your children, and let a disciplined outcome speak louder than the anger ever could.

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When a place shares your initials, you're contractually obligated to try it. Verdict: RDK Sushi lives up to the name. Ev...
08/10/2026

When a place shares your initials, you're contractually obligated to try it. Verdict: RDK Sushi lives up to the name. Every bite was worth it. I will link to the restaurant in the comments.

08/09/2026

The marital home carries more emotional weight than any other asset in a divorce, and that emotion is exactly what leads people into the worst financial decision of the entire process.

To stay, you buy out your spouse's half of the equity. You refinance at today's higher rates. You absorb every property tax bill and every repair invoice alone. And in exchange for all of it, you get to wake up each morning inside the building where the marriage happened.

That is a steep price to pay for square footage that no longer feels like yours.

Before you fight to keep the house, run the actual numbers on what it costs to own it by yourself. Sometimes the most caring thing you can do for your future is let go of the address and protect the equity instead.

If you have questions about how the marital home fits into your settlement, that conversation is worth having before you commit to keeping it. I'm happy to help.

08/06/2026

When a relationship ends, shared property can become one of the most difficult issues to resolve.

Many people are surprised to learn that if you own property with someone you are not married to, you may still have legal options. A partition action can provide a path forward when one owner refuses to sell.

We are grateful for clients who trust us during challenging times and take the time to share their experience. Thank you for your kind words and for allowing us to help you reach a resolution.

If you have questions about jointly owned property after a breakup or divorce, our team is here to help.

08/05/2026

If you've already decided your marriage is over, waiting may be costing you more than you think.

Every month you stay married can increase the amount of income and assets that become part of the marital estate. Depending on your circumstances, it may also affect the duration of spousal maintenance.

That doesn't mean everyone should file immediately. It does mean you should understand the financial consequences before deciding to wait. Have a lawyer estimate how the timing of filing could affect property division and maintenance. Don't assume waiting saves money. Sometimes it does. Sometimes it has the opposite effect.

The best time to make a financial decision is before it becomes an expensive one.

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1165 N. Clark # 700
Chicago, IL
60610

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