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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
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 Ensure 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
