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Veggie Burgers for the Grill
One of the things I miss most about eating a vegan diet is bbqing. While bbq’d vegetables are really delicious, it’s just not the same.
If you have been arrested, only speak in English!
If you’re a native English speaker who has been arrested, even if you understand Hebrew, only speak in English and you’ll give yourself a big
Preparing a will carefully avoids disputes
If we aren’t meticulous in preparing a will we are in danger of leaving a very different outcome than we intended. Why we write a
Changing a Divorce Settlement After an Agreement Has been Signed
There is a new law in the family courts that states a “change of circumstances” could warrant an intervention in a signed divorce agreement. The
Can Judges be Wrong?
Judges aren’t gods. Not even close. They sometimes make mistakes. And that’s why we have a legal system that allows for appeals. Appeals as a
The challenge of Hanukkah for divorced dads
We’re deep into one of the most widely celebrated holidays amongst the Jewish people. But the pandemic has altered the way we’ll celebrate this year.
How to safeguard your future in Israel
They thought they were prepared Jerry and Diane had spent the last 22 wonderful years living in Israel, fulfilling their lifelong dream of Aliyah. They
Why People Don’t Trust Lawyers
An insider’s look at lawyers in Israel. Full disclosure from the outset – I’m a divorce lawyer. I was raised in the United States and
Can infidelity be legally justified?
People can justify almost anything if they feel it’s for a good reason. Just look at our daily news feeds. But there’s a big difference
What happens to grandparents after divorce rips a family apart
There are extensive legal discussions about visitation arrangements for the parents but what happens to grandparents after divorce rips a family apart? What are typical
Trends in Divorce: Let me go – don’t make the kids hate me!
There are two wicked trends in divorce, commonly implemented in the divorce process. It behooves us to find a way to wipe them out of
Can coronavirus affect child support payments?
Can you change the amount of child support that was finalized in your divorce agreement due to lost income from the effects of coronavirus?
10 Steps you should be taking now for your financial future if you’re contemplating divorce this year.
It’s a sad fact that you didn’t plan to be where you are today – considering divorce.
Has Covid-19 got you trapped in an unhappy marriage?
It’s been a tough seven months for everyone, worldwide. Covid has us trapped. We all have the same questions constantly on our minds. Will I
10 Things To Know About Aliyah if You’re Over 50
You’ve worked most of your adult life, paying into social security in your country of origin and keeping your eye on the future and your
Divorce and Child Support in the Time of Corona
Your divorce is final. You’ve come to an agreement with your ex spouse and everything is signed and official. Custody has been decided. Child support
Opening skies and a new Middle East peace. But is the economy in Israel on the mend?
What does this new economic partnership mean for the bigger picture of our little country? Covid 19 interrupted so many things we all took for
How to protect a marriage during stressful times.
I am not a couple’s therapist or a marriage counselor. I am not a psychologist. I am a family law attorney and I see couples
Considering divorce? Don’t ask your friends for advice!
If you’re considering divorce, please don’t ask your friends for advice. Why is this so important? You will soon find that everybody is an expert
Why is keeping a diary a helpful tool if you’re seriously considering divorce?
Have you’ve come to the point where you are seriously considering divorce? You’ve been unhappy for a long time. Counselling hasn’t helped. Your work product
5 Commandments for Parents Getting Divorced
If protecting kids during divorce is the one thing a couple can agree on, why does it often go so terribly wrong? It is my
Divorce and the Truth
It may be really hard to face some of things you might have done during your marriage that would shed a less than positive light
What will happen to travel insurance coverage with Covid-19?
Many are the times that I have been approached by my elder law clients, with their questions about insurance policies. They ask if something in
How to Assure Your Burial Wishes Will be Honored
The new reality of coronavirus has us all thinking about our lives and for some of my clients in my Elder Law practice, their death
What is a Court Ordered Reconciliation During Divorce?
A lot of people who start the divorce process here in Israel ask, “What is a court ordered reconciliation during divorce?” They’ve heard that the
Changing a divorce agreement in the coronavirus age
If you have been reading any of my posts or articles over the last couple of years, you are aware of some of the landmark
Non-legal Issues to Think About When Considering Divorce
Often, when people consider divorce, their first goal is to distance themselves from their spouse. Not to see them every day. One of the first
What are the special rights for senior citizens in Israel?
As part of my estates and wills practice which has become an elder law practice, I have come across a lot of information beneficial to
Protecting Yourself and Your Family From An Unpredictable Future
(photo- Lisa Rich Photography) Whether you are just starting out or enjoying the fruits of a lifetime, a Continuous Power of Attorney – ייפוי כוח
Questions to ask an attorney before you hire one for your divorce
I have written about this many times before. But right now (unfortunately) my office is getting lots of calls about domestic violence in the family
Pinocchio Has Lots of Friends
Lying has infiltrated the corridors of the courthouse. Much has been said about “lying.” If you Google the term “lie” you will find many tens
How to Give Your Children Money
As we go towards a third election this week, and considering that we may be stuck yet again with no conclusive outcome, I wanted to
Does Equality for Women Reduce the Obligations of Husbands?
We live in a world that pretends to be egalitarian. It is a world where women work long hours at occupations which in the past
