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Do you have a successful and leading business brand? Don’t lose it!!
Recently, quite a few business owners have approached our office, claiming that the great reputation they have gained in the business over years of investment
Recipe – Holiday Teiglach
I don’t know about you, but for me foods are inherently connected to memories. Long ago I understood that part of the reason I like
Buying a Business? Protect Yourself
“Anyone who thinks it is expensive to conduct a legal examination before a transaction, probably has not yet paid for a legal review after the
The Trauma of the Private Wars
P.T.S.D. is something we usually associate with combat trauma suffered in war. But the trauma of the private wars being fought behind closed doors is
No Accessibility Option On Your Website? Ah Oh!
Are you thinking of setting up a website for your business? Do you already have one? Of course you’ll make sure to have an accessibility
Your Business Database Could Be A Liability!
If you digitally store your customer or client information (who doesn’t) you could be risking exposure to civil and criminal legal proceedings! Contrary to being
Steps to Take Before & After a Spouse Dies
Preparing in advance will smooth the path for the spouse who is left behind. The Importance of a Will Before I share some of the
Recipe – Vegan Blintzes
My mother (may her memory be a blessing) made the most delicious blintzes. She served them during the holiday of Shavuot (this year June 4&5)
A Contract Is Good Business
You’re an independent service provider, or business owner. You and your customer have verbally agreed on a price and delivery time. Doesn’t that hold up?
Should You Write Your Own Will?
It is perfectly legal to write your own will. As long as the details are simple and straight forward, it will serve your intended purpose
How Infidelity Affects Divorce
Infidelity is a touchy subject. Both in how it’s defined and how it affects divorce.
Literally, Mind Your Own Business!
Part of the “freedom” people look for when opening their own business is the freedom to be their own boss. But you don’t have to
Recipe – Hot &Sour Soup For Spring
Now that spring is on the way, I am digging out my collection of spring soups. This one makes 2 servings and is quick to
A Divorce Attorney’s Advice on Marriage
Why on earth would anyone listen to a divorce attorney’s advice on marriage? After all, isn’t it the lawyer’s job to help end a marriage?
Vegan Cheese Cake
Last week was my mother’s 7th year memorial. Wow… In any case, one of the things I miss the most is my Mommy’s cooking. My
Starting a Business? Here’s Your Best Legal Move
For many entrepreneurs starting a business, here’s your best legal move. You’re debating the pros and cons of having the business established as a sole
No Such Thing as Private Texts in a Divorce
It should be no surprise to anyone that there is no such thing as private texts in a divorce. The whole world is making quite
3 Big Divorce Challenges Women Face
The 3 big divorce challenges women face can be completely overwhelming. There a lot of decisions to make at the same time you’re just trying to process your emotions.
I’ve Had Enough – of the rabbis’ loopholes
It amazes me how the Rabbinate refuses to find halachic (Jewish law) loopholes for chained women (agunot). But at the same time they use their creativity to solve so many other legal challenges.
Navigating the Holidays After Divorce
This new post-divorce reality can be quite overwhelming. So here are some legal and emotional tips for navigating the holidays after divorce.
Eitan Biran – A Preventable Tragedy
The custody battle for little Eitan Biran was a preventable tragedy. 6 year old, Eitan Biran’s parents, brother and great grandparents died in a tragic
Grandparents, When Your Children Get Divorced
Don’t worry grandparents, when your children get divorced there are many ways to show up for your family during this distressing and disruptive time. I
Are You a Drug Dealer in the Eyes of the Law?
Most clients who come into my office with drug related charges are extremely surprised that they’ve been arrested let alone accused of dealing.
A Big Win For Divorced Dads
We are inundated with an almost infinite flow of information. This has turned out to be a big win for divorced dads. Technology has created
Separate is Good, If You Do it Right
“Power tends to corrupt, and absolute power corrupts absolutely,” said Sir John Dalberg-Acton. In my opinion, the control the Rabbinate has over marriage and divorce
A Prenup is More Romantic Than the Wedding
Mazel Tov! You’re engaged! The search for your soulmate is over. You and your fiancé are flying high on love, trust and the promise of
Child custody cases for Olim
International kidnappings are more common than you think. But I’m not talking about the criminal kind involving strangers who abduct kids from their parents. I’m
A Mother’s Poor Decisions Lost her Custody of Her Daughter
When divorcing spouses cannot reach agreements between themselves or through their lawyers, it is the judge who ultimately makes the final decisions. And the judge’s
The Dark Side of Social Media in Israel
We get our news, share ideas and promote business on these platforms. But the dark side of social media in Israel, can come with consequences.
International Child Abduction and Covid-19
The pandemic has made cross-continent custody battles even more difficult. When parents separate and get divorced it is extremely unsettling, stressful, and destabilizing for their
Passport, Sunscreen, Covid Test!
Sinai has been closed for over a year due to Covid-19. So imagine my excitement when they reopened the border crossing!
If Someone Is In An Abusive Relationship They know It…..Right?
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month so let’s talk about spousal abuse. I see it all the time. That confused look when I’m meeting with
Think Slander (Lashon Harah) will get you a better divorce deal?
I’ve been dealing with divorce cases day after day for many years. I sit with people who tell me their entire life’s story from the
A Continuing Power of Attorney could have changed this tragic outcome
This poor woman had done the right thing. She saved considerable funds for her retirement and lived in a fully paid home that was in
International Parental Abduction and the Coronavirus Pandemic
Jay Hait was interviewed by Yossi Krausz and featured in the March 10, 2021 issue of Ami Magazine.
6 Steps to Getting Divorced in Israel with a Comprehensive Divorce Agreement
You certainly never expected to be dismantling the life you and your spouse built together. You’re probably worried about your future, and the effect divorce
The Hait Family Law Method
The Hait Family Law Method was born out of my commitment to change the way people are represented and treated by their attorneys throughout any
Is your lawyer your biggest obstacle?
How can your lawyer be your biggest obstacle in getting a satisfactory outcome for your legal challenge? So, you aren’t a combative type of person.
Mookpatz (stir fried noodles)
I love stir fried noodles, sometimes known as mookpatz.This is one of my favorite recipes made with these delicious soba noodles. Try it and let
A divorce agreement with an unusual clause
I’ve previously written about child support payments changing after a divorce agreement is signed. And I tell my clients who ask me if their circumstances
Attention to details can mean dropped charges
For us attorneys faced with a criminal case, paying attention to details can mean the difference between conviction and dropped charges for our clients. Criminal
How to live together without a ketuba or marriage license
There are several ways cohabitating couples can ensure smooth sailing. How many couples do you know, who have decided to ‘live together’ without a marriage
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 get arrested, only speak in English
This is most important advice you’ll get if you’re a native English speaker and you’ve been arrested. It’s what I tell my clients during their
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
Sometimes judges get it wrong
Dina kept her head down and raised just her eyes up to the dais as a hush came over the court. She tried to read
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
