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Jewish Holidays After Divorce – Creating a Parenting Plan that Works

By Devorah Jonas Posted on April 8, 2019 Posted in Divorce, Divorce Professionals, Holidays, Jewish Divorce, Legal, Parenting Schedules, Separation No Comments

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In preparing to assist Jewish clients in the work of creating effective parenting plans and schedules, it is important to understand how the Jewish holidays fit into the secular calendar. While holidays are traditionally a time of familial togetherness, a time when memories are created and shared, facing the holiday season after divorce can create feelings of stress and anxiety. By helping clients to plan accordingly, professionals can play a significant role in alleviating these concerns.Read more »

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Understanding Best Interests of the Child

By Devorah Jonas Posted on June 24, 2018 Posted in Children, Custody, Divorce, Legal, Separation No Comments

The Legal Definition

The Best Interests of the Child (BIC) is a primary factor by which living conditions and custody arrangements are determined in cases of familial breakdown. If you know someone who has experienced family law proceedings, it is likely that they will have heard the phrase a multitude of times prior to the stamping of a divorce decree.

While the phrase has made its way into colloquial terminology and is often mentioned loosely with regards to the creating of parenting plans, the actual definition of the term is lesser known.Read more »

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Managing Mothers Day as a Single Mom

By Devorah Jonas Posted on May 13, 2018 Posted in Mother's Day No Comments

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Dear Single Mom,

This year for Mothers Day I’d like to give you a simple gift. You might not receive many, as you are celebrating this holiday on your own. But I’d like for you to receive at least the one. This post is my gift to you.

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Demystifying Child Custody

By Devorah Jonas Posted on March 11, 2018 Posted in Children, Custody, Legal, Separation No Comments

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As parents we live for our children, often setting aside personal needs and wants in order to provide them with an optimal upbringing. Ask a parent what their deepest desire for their children is and more often than not their answer will be simply for their children to have a healthy, happy life and an understanding that they are loved. In cases of marital or relationship breakdown, parents are inevitably faced with one of the most difficult experiences that parenthood may bring: navigating division of custodial rights and parenting time in planning for their children’s future. In order for parents to knowledgeably make these critical decisions for their children’s future, it is helpful to first understand the concepts behind them.

The Meaning of “Child Custody”

One of the greatest misconceptions when it comes to discussing child custody isRead more »

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What is a Separation Agreement?

By Devorah Jonas Posted on May 17, 2017 Posted in Divorce, Legal, Separation No Comments

A separation agreement is a vital document within the divorce process. The separation agreement details the terms a couple has agreed upon in relation to their divorce. While the document

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How a Divorce Coach Can Help You Find Direction

By Devorah Jonas Posted on May 10, 2017 Posted in Divorce, Divorce Coaching, Divorce Professionals, Separation No Comments

Before getting married you had dreams of a future with your loved one standing by your side. Together, you excitedly set the date, picking out the hall, colours, flowers and band. Every last detail was picked over, considered and finally decided upon.

Then life happened. The wedding celebrations came and went. Day by day your future brought triumphs and struggles. Children came, bringing with them joy, laughter and sleepless nights. Careers evolved, accompanied by accomplishments and occasional pivots. Difficulties arose, grew, and then the came most difficult challenge of all – separation and divorce.

Sometimes separations are planned; a mutually felt and agreed upon next step as a relationship dissolves. At others a spouse is sideswiped, the recipient of unwanted information and unforeseen circumstances.

How do you plan for a divorce?

I can help.

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Jewish Holidays After Divorce – Creating a Parenting Plan that Works

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