Newsletter
Each issue of our quarterly newsletter includes news from Peridot Family Law, a family law case summary explaining a recent opinion, information about upcoming events, and a “Mindfulness Matters” article written by Cindy or a member of her staff.
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2024
WHAT’S NEW?
LEGAL DEVELOPMENT OF THE QUARTER: Coercive Control
MINDFULNESS MATTERS: Maybe Yes, Maybe No
What is fortunate, and what is not?
WHAT’S NEW?
CASE SUMMARY: Custody
MINDFULNESS MATTERS: Summer Walks
Easy to fit into a busy day, walking has physical and mental benefits.
WHAT’S NEW?
CASE SUMMARY: Pet “Custody”
MINDFULNESS MATTERS: The Power of Pets
Pets can be a powerful support during transitions such as divorce.
2023
WHAT’S NEW?
MINDFULNESS MATTERS: Creating Space for 2024
Learn how clearing out the clutter can help you make room for the New Year.
WHAT’S NEW?
NEW CASE SUMMARY: Alimony
MINDFULNESS MATTERS: Divorce and Children
Going through a divorce is often painful and stressful for adults; even more so when children are involved. We have put together a guide to helpful divorce resources for parents and children of all ages.
WHAT’S NEW?
NEW CASE SUMMARY: Contempt
MINDFULNESS MATTERS: Stress Management and Family Law
Cynthia Runge chairs a Massachusetts Bar Association panel on effective ways for legal professionals to manage the stress of highly charged and emotional family law matters.
WHAT’S NEW?
NEW CASE SUMMARY: Divorce Modification
MINDFULNESS MATTERS: Make Time for Gratitude and Laughter
No matter what your circumstances, there are probably a few things (or maybe just one thing) for which you can be grateful.
2022
WHAT’S NEW?
NEW CASE SUMMARY: Alimony and Child Support
MINDFULNESS MATTERS: Autumn — New Beginnings
Autumn is the perfect time for mindfully reassessing your life.
WHAT’S NEW?
NEW CASE SUMMARY: Division of Property
MINDFULNESS MATTERS: Summer Vacation
Rethink your vacation so it’s REALLY a vacation!
WHAT’S NEW?
NEW CASE SUMMARY: Care and Protection
MINDFULNESS MATTERS: The Joy of Juicing
Learn how the benefits of juicing can be far greater than good nutrition (recipe included!)
2021
WHAT’S NEW?
NEW CASE SUMMARY: Alimony and Child Support
MINDFULNESS MATTERS: The “Being Busy” Mindset
The importance of prioritizing time for yourself and the benefits of fitting in meditation, yoga or other mindfulness practices.
WHAT’S NEW?
NEW CASE SUMMARY: Modification of Alimony
MINDFULNESS MATTERS: Emotions During a Divorce
Tips on processing your emotions during a divorce.
WHAT’S NEW?
NEW CASE SUMMARY: Modification of Judgment and Alimony
MINDFULNESS MATTERS: Mindfulness and The Importance of "Me" Time, Especially During A Divorce
Self-nurturing for mental health and well-being by taking time for yourself each day.
2020
WHAT’S NEW?
NEW CASE SUMMARY: Termination of Parental Rights and Post-adoption Visitation
MINDFULNESS MATTERS: Getting Some ZZZs
Tips for a better night’s sleep, one of the pillars of self-care.
WHAT’S NEW?
NEW CASE SUMMARY: Marital Assets
MINDFULNESS MATTERS: Good Times/Bad Times — What is the Difference?
Finding balance and moving forward by acknowledging the good along with the bad in stressful times.
WHAT’S NEW?
NEW CASE SUMMARY: Duration of Temporary Alimony ad the Feedom to Contract
MINDFULNESS MATTERS: Inner Work
Strategies for supporting your mind and body from home during the pandemic.
WHAT’S BEEN HAPPENING
QUESTION OF THE QUARTER: Do grandparents have the "right" to see their grandchildren?
MINDFULNESS MATTERS: Sitting With Difficult Emotions
Managing emotions during the divorce process can lead to self-growth.
2019
WHAT’S BEEN HAPPENING
QUESTION OF THE QUARTER: How does the Court evaluate the role of domestic violence in custody disputes?
MINDFULNESS MATTERS: How Yoga Can Help You Manage Stress and Stay Grounded
Yoga and mindfulness resources to support you through major life transitions.
WHAT’S BEEN HAPPENING
QUESTION OF THE QUARTER: How to talk about college with your ex after divorce?
MINDFULNESS MATTERS: Using “Forest Bathing” to Manage Stress
How nature and the practice of forest bathing can help you deal with stress during a divorce.
WHAT’S BEEN HAPPENING
QUESTION OF THE QUARTER: Can divorcing parties still mediate if a Complaint for Divorce has already been filed?
MINDFULNESS MATTERS: Meditation
How meditation can support you through the divorce process.
