A yoetzet halacha (Hebrew: יועצת הלכה, plural: yoatzot; lit.
[3] As titled, it is advisory: yoatzot convey information for clear-cut situations, and take the more complicated questions to a talmid chacham (Torah Scholar) equipped to discern and decide between competing halachic arguments.
[4] Candidates for yoatzot halacha are chosen for their advanced Torah scholarship, leadership capabilities, and deep religious commitment.
As professionals hired by synagogues, schools, and communities, the yoatzot respond to Orthodox women's questions about mikveh observance and Jewish law affecting couples, families, sexual relations, and women's medical issues.
[4] Although many Halachic authorities within the Modern Orthodox community allow Yoatzot, others strongly oppose it.