Posts Tagged ‘Separation’
Orthodox Judaism and Divorce
The unique circumstances of Jewish law as interpreted by those who practice Orthodox Judaism can make divorce an extremely difficult predicament for women in the religion. For starters, only the husband can grant a divorce with a document called a “get.” While a woman can still seek a legal divorce, without the “get” she is…
Read MoreHeading Back to School after a Divorce
With fall quickly approaching, it is that time again, at once bittersweet and anticipated by parents everywhere – back-to-school. But, if you are recently separated or in the midst of a divorce, this first back-to-school season will be another in a series of adjustments. Summer certainly had its own challenges and negotiating vacations when children…
Read MoreApproaching Divorce in the New Year
A recent news story out of the UK suggests that tensions running high during holiday arguments lead to rising divorce rates comes January. Across the pond and here in the US, January is often dubbed “Divorce Month” due to the high number of people who seek out divorce attorneys in the first month of the…
Read MoreA Revealing Look at the Modern Marriage
A recent study commissioned by UK law firm Slater & Gordon explores the state of marriage in the modern age. The study surveyed 2,000 married people on their deepest feelings about matrimony, divorce and the consequences of both. Of those surveyed, a fifth described themselves as “trapped” by their marriage, and would decidedly end it,…
Read MoreRemember to Breath: Taking Care of Yourself During a Divorce
Divorce is a difficult decision, and it is one that leaves many impending problems in its wake. It is important to consider the repercussions on your family, your finances, and your estate. But there is another thing to consider, that can often fall by the wayside when dealing with such an emotionally-wrought decision: YOU and your…
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