Category: Animal Law

Grandparents play an important role in children’s lives, especially in close-knit communities throughout Central Illinois. When family conflict arises, grandparents often wonder: Do grandparents have rights in Illinois? Understanding these rights is essential for families in Champaign, Shelbyville, and the surrounding areas who may be navigating complicated relationships, guardianship issues, or limited access to a grandchild. This guide explains what ... Read More The post Do Grandparents Have Rights in Illinois: Grandparent Guardianship in Central IL appeared first on Rincker Law, PLLC.

Many people believe that a simple will is all they need to accomplish their goals for the future. However, a flawed estate plan can create just as many headaches, heartaches, and expenses for your loved ones as having no plan. Life changes, laws evolve, and even the best intentions can fall short, leaving family members facing court battles, unexpected taxes, ... Read More The post 12 Estate Planning Blunders You Cannot Afford to Make appeared first on Rincker Law, PLLC.

Many grandparents in Central Illinois step into caregiving roles when parents are unable or unavailable to meet a child’s needs. During these moments, families often ask: When can grandparents seek guardianship of a minor child in Illinois? Because Illinois law strongly protects parental rights, grandparents must understand both the opportunities and limitations the law provides. Different counties, including Champaign and ... Read More The post When Can Grandparents Seek Guardianship of a Minor Child in Illinois appeared first on Rincker Law, PLLC.

Rincker Law PLLC is proud to share that our principal attorney, Cari Rincker, was recently featured in an in-depth attorney profile in the Illinois State Bar Association (ISBA) Rural Practice Section Newsletter. The profile, written by Sara Peska and Ean R. Albers, offers a detailed look into Cari’s career path, her return to rural Illinois, and her longstanding dedication to ... Read More The post Attorney Spotlight: Cari Rincker Featured in the ISBA Rural Practice Section Newsletter appeared first on Rincker Law, PLLC.

In this blog, “From Trademarks to Tractors: Why More Farmers Are Protecting Their Ag Brands and Innovations in 2026,” we explore the growing importance of intellectual property (IP) protection in modern agriculture. As Illinois farm families expand their businesses into online sales, ag-tech, and branded products, protecting their ideas and identity has become just as important as protecting their land ... Read More The post From Trademarks to Tractors: Why More Farmers Are Protecting Their Ag Brands and Innovations in 2026 appeared first on Rincker Law, PLLC.