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A pril 2021
S erving O ur C lients ’ N eeds , W ants , H opes , D reams , and A spirations
“Family law is a calling. You’re either fitted to it or not.” – Michael Manely In every state across the country, there are hundreds of attorneys willing to handle a client’s legal objectives, but it’s not often a client will receive an assessment of the necessary life choices and strategies associated with their legal objectives to meet their needs and wants or lift them toward their hopes, dreams and aspirations. That’s what makes our all family law firm excellent. Delivering that excellence to each client is our whole purpose. Our team, from our talented attorneys to our wonderful receptionists, take this to heart. We’ve been building this business for 20 years, and year after year, we constantly look for ways to improve our client experience. Our clients’ goals for the future are our own. We not only seek to give our clients the legal outcomes they’re looking for but we also look for ways we can improve as a business in helping our clients envision and realize the future they desire. These thoughts accompany us in every case we take and every procedure or policy we adjust; we always first consider how it will benefit our clients. I started this article with a quote from Michael because that is at the core of our firm. It’s something that permeates everything we do, small to large. We try “For our team atThe Manely Firm, delivering
to lift families, not only meet their needs and wants but also their hopes, dreams, and aspirations. And we want our clients to feel confident that in expressing those feelings, they are being heard. We want people who come to us to feel not just comfortable and safe but also hopeful and optimistic. We understand this is probably one of the hardest and most stressful moments in their life. But we know from years of experience and our work with hundreds of returning clients that it is often a new beginning. We know that how well we serve our clients influences how good of a new start they get. We care about helping people realize a higher quality of life. For us, there is no greater joy than seeing a child and a loving parent finally together or seeing
the weight lifted off a spouse as they no longer live in fear. Then, to know we have helped that person move forward in their life to live the best way they can from that day forward — it’s what our team strives for. What you read in our newsletter articles and what you see on our firm’s website is the way you can expect us to do business every day. We are a close- knit team here at The Manely Firm, invested along with our clients in realizing their best future. It’s our guiding principle and what our business is built around. Every aspect of our work is based on giving our clients the opportunity to pursue their needs, wants, hopes, dreams, and aspirations.
that excellence to each client is our whole purpose.”
–Sheila Manely
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I n H onor of L ibraries and M ental H ealth !
Top 3 Books You’ l l Want to Check Out No matter where you or a loved one are in your mental health journey, books can provide new insights through someone else’s experiences or the medical field’s scientific understanding of mental health. So, in honor of National Library Week (April 4–10) and National Librarian Day (April 16), let’s open up a few contemporary, definitive works on mental health to celebrate books and their availability through our public libraries.
‘COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPY MADE SIMPLE: 10 STRATEGIES FOR MANAGING ANXIETY, DEPRESSION, ANGER, PANIC, AND WORRY’ BY SETH J. GILLIHAN, PH.D. Too anxious to go into therapy? Thankfully, you can practice cognitive behavioral therapy on yourself in a few ways. Start your healing process today with this easy- to-understand yet medically sophisticated workbook, which contains 10 soothing strategies like setting goals, maintaining mindfulness, and more. You can also use this workbook in tandem with clinical cognitive behavioral therapy or post-therapy. ‘THIS IS DEPRESSION: A COMPREHENSIVE, COMPASSIONATE GUIDE FOR ANYONE WHO WANTS TO UNDERSTAND DEPRESSION’ BY DR. DIANE MCINTOSH Are you completely lost on what depression is exactly? Is it a clinical or emotional issue, or both? Whether for a loved one’s sake or your own, this book can give you a thorough understanding of depression that a simple Google search simply can’t offer. You’ll love Dr. Diane McIntosh’s evidence-based approach to showing the causes, impact, and treatment of depression. Even if your local library is still closed due to the pandemic, we hope you check one of these — or any book — out! And if you have a great book recommendation, we’d love to hear it. Have a wonderful, book-filled April, friends.
‘LOST CONNECTIONS: UNCOVERING THE REAL CAUSES OF DEPRESSION — AND THE UNEXPECTED SOLUTIONS’ BY JOHANN HARI This is one of the most recent mental health books that shocked the world. Featuring interviews with experts across the world, Hari’s book explores his personal quest to understand depression and concrete reasons we experience it. He’s found that certain lost connections with ourselves are often the reason we feel depressed — and, luckily, solutions exist. Even Elton John loves the book, saying, “If you have ever been down, or felt lost, this amazing book will change your life. Do yourself a favour — read it now.”
M eet M aria S anjurjo Helping Cl ients Greet a Better Future
When Maria Sanjurjo’s friend told her that her place of work, The Manely Firm, was searching for someone to fill a sales position, she decided to take the opportunity. Having worked in sales before, Maria knew this position was perfect for what she was looking for at the time. But it was not the only thing that drew her to our firm. For most of her life, the law field had always intrigued Maria, but she had never had the opportunity to pursue that interest. The ideals of upholding the law, defending those who are vulnerable, and ensuring people are held accountable for their actions are what appealed most to her. This was a perfect opportunity for her. Working at The Manely Law firm, she says, “is a good way to delve into the world and see what it’s like to be a lawyer.” And, since 2019, that’s exactly what she’s experienced and much more. “I never thought that, if I ended up in law, I would find family law,” Maria admits. “I think there’s a very negative image of what family law entails, but there’s
nothing like that at The Manely Firm. Everyone here, from the attorneys to my fellow client care coordinators truly want to make sure these families can get through this tough time and that they have what they need to start whatever new phase of their life is afterward.” Maria continues, “These people are trying to take care of their children and reestablish connections with their families. The Manely Firm does everything in its power to help them toward those goals. It’s something I see every day and have found so much satisfaction from knowing that our clients are in the best of hands and that I have some part in helping them.” In the moments when she’s not busy helping our clients, Maria enjoys spending time traveling with her husband and daughter. Though this pastime was put on hold due to the pandemic, she’s hopeful that things may open up a little this year so she and her family can get out once again. “My husband and I are adamant,” she says. “Once this pandemic is lifted, we’re going traveling.”
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A dvancement in C ommunication T echnology
“H appiness is not something ready made . I t comes from your own actions .” —T he D ali L ama
The Role I t Plays in Fami ly Law
The advancements we’ve seen in technology over the past 30 or so years have significantly impacted the way we do national and international family law. It’s much easier to negotiate long-distance custody visitation and access when the non-custodial parent can expect to spend time virtually with their child on a regular basis. Not only this, but it has played a large role during the COVID-19 pandemic as people have had to worry about practicing social distancing and other safety measures. Our team was involved in many conversations about substituting virtual access for physical visitation. While the use of technology in this way has benefited many families, it also has its challenges. CHALLENGES In today’s modern age, no bi-nuclear family hasn’t dealt with one parent wanting to purchase a device for their child or children to use, while the custodial parent tries to limit its use. By enforcing this limitation, they could also be limiting the amount of communication the child has with the other parent. This ultimately leads to friction and aggravation between the parents. SOLUTIONS To reduce that friction, we’ve helped parents develop solutions that best fit their unique situations. In some cases, this may include purchasing a device, such as a cell phone, for the oldest child that the parents have direct access to. Some parents have also worked together to schedule regular Zoom calls for special events or even daily check-ins. For instance, they may decide to have a parent-child virtual visitation every Tuesday and Thursday after dinner from 7–9 p.m. COMMUNICATION For parents with a history of conflict, this may not be the best choice. Instead, online services may be beneficial. Calendar apps allow parents to plan soccer games, dinner, events, and virtual visitation through the app. This allows them not to speak directly to one another, but also ensures that both parents are taking care of the child. The app Family Wizard is a wonderful tool we recommend for parents in this situation, as it coordinates every aspect of life, including finances. Other technology and co-parenting programs can be found at the Center for Divorce Education. By adapting to technology, we have continued to help our clients stay connected with their children in a more effective way. As time moves on, we’re curious to see just how much more technology can advance and the ways it will impact family law.
S pring V egetable and C hicken P asta B ake
Inspired by EatingWell.com
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1 cup cooked chicken, diced 1 14-oz can artichokes, drained and quartered 1 cup fresh asparagus pieces
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1/2 cup fresh chives, chopped and divided 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped and divided
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1/2 cup carrots, grated
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2 tsp minced garlic
1 1/2 cups uncooked penne pasta
1/4 tsp salt
1 3/4 cups chicken broth
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
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Uncover and stir. At this point, check the pasta to make sure it is al dente. If it’s undercooked, cover the dish and return to the oven until pasta is tender. Remove from oven and garnish with remaining Parmesan, chives, and parsley.
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Preheat oven to 425 F and grease an 8-inch square baking dish with cooking spray. In the prepared dish, stir together cooked chicken, artichokes, asparagus, carrots, uncooked pasta, chicken broth, half the chives, half the parsley, garlic, salt, and 2 tbsp Parmesan. Cover the dish tightly with foil and bake for 35 minutes.
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Vacations That Pay
V acation D estinations T hat W ill P ay Y ou to V isit
In the wake of COVID-19, tourist destinations worldwide have been hit hard. To lure travelers back, some places are offering steep discounts and other incentives throughout all of 2021. With cheap airfare and great deals on accommodations, tours, food, and more, you can take a luxury vacation on a dime this year.
to suspended travel because of the virus, the Cape Fahn Hotel is offering incentives into 2021 including a complimentary upgrade to the next class of care, which gives economy spenders access to executive accommodations. Other incentives include free meals, round-trip airport service, and discounted beach picnics and boat tours. Check out CapeFahnHotel.com/offers for more information. WHISTLER, BRITISH COLUMBIA Although this destination in British Columbia might be known for its winter activities, there’s a lot to love about Whistler in late spring and early summer! One great thing? The amazing array of money-saving options you can find here. The Riverside Resort, for example, is offering mountain-view cabins at a 3-for-2 discount — pay for two nights and get a third for free!
MEXICAN CARIBBEAN Few words evoke the image of beaches, sun, and saltwater like “Cancun” does. This Mexican locale has become synonymous with leisure, as have other destinations in the Caribbean — beautiful places like Isla Mujeres or the Riviera Maya. Tourists can visit all of them at a steep discounted rate until the end of 2021 thanks to promotions from the Hotel Association of Cancun and the Quintana Roo Tourism Promotion’s council. Head to En.Come2MexicanCaribbean.com to find vouchers for two free nights in a hotel for every two you pay for, steeply discounted airfare, and even options for free food and drinks.
THAI PARADISE Although it’s no longer the hidden destination it once was, there are still a lot of good reasons to visit Thailand. In addition to being an affordable place to travel, Thailand also has great food and an amazing climate. To make up for the financial hit due
Traveling to Canada can be tricky at the moment, but if you use a good travel agent, you can take advantage of some great deals. Other incentives in the region include free meals (or a per diem meal rebate) as well as discounts on guided tours.
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