Author Archive

As tax season fast approaches, we thought this would be a great opportunity to go over custodial arrangements of minor children, and how this affects your dependency exemptions. Family law and the tax code are complex affairs, so remember that this is just a quick and general overview. For more detailed answers, we invite you to call us at Rubin & Levavi, P.C. to speak with one of our skilled California family law and divorce attorneys.

Custodial Arrangements Inform Exemption Claims

Generally speaking, the type of custodial arrangements that you have established

Although California follows no-fault grounds when it comes to divorce proceedings, many are surprised to find that violent actions can still have an impact on divorce proceedings. This blog post highlights the main ways in which accusations and/or convictions of domestic violence affect several facets of divorce. To learn more, we invite you to reach out to us at Rubin & Levavi, P.C. to speak with one of our qualified divorce attorneys.

Spousal Support

As per California Family Code Section 4325, those who are convicted of domestic violence within five years of

The separation of finances is never an easy process, especially when you and your soon to be ex-spouse were together for a long time, or if there are a high number of assets involved. This is why, when facing divorce, it is important that you stay on top of your finances and take steps to protect yourself and your interests as you move forward.

We’ve written out a few key pieces of advice that can help you make savvy financial decisions as you work towards the finalization of your divorce. Keeping

It goes without saying, but custody battles are rarely civil affairs. These disputes can take months or longer to settle, but once the court has handed down a decision, both parents are legally obligated to adhere to the arrangements. Unfortunately, we don’t live in an ideal world and many parents continue having issues with their ex-spouse even after all divorce and custody proceedings were long concluded.

Interference: Indirect and Direct

Once a divorce is final, both parents need to ensure that they stick to all agreed upon terms and conditions. When parents

This is a very common question that we get here at Rubin & Levavi, P.C., so we thought we would address it via this post. As we have previously discussed, California uses a complex formula to calculate child support payments, often using the income and other key details about both parents.

More importantly, each parent’s obligation to provide for their children does not change, even when either party remarries. In other words, in most cases, parents are still on the hook for their share of support as the new spouse’s income

In an increasingly-electronic world, we typically don’t think twice about posting our thoughts and sharing pictures on the internet. Although there are many benefits to social media, including the ability to connect with others in seconds, it also has the potential to create unexpected issues in regards to divorce and matters relating to family law.

The “rub” often lies in the fact that everything online is easily accessible, making it valuable evidence that can be used in court. Privacy settings don’t shield you from prying eyes as much as you might

Collaborating with an ex-partner in order to hash out child custody arrangements is hardly a straightforward affair, and it is important that you take all factors into consideration before the ink dries and all terms of your child custody arrangement are finalized. One thing we have noticed is that while parents expect to wrangle with the terms included in the finalized arrangement, many are blindsided by the elements which weren’t included in any talks or formal arrangement.

This blog post discusses a few, often-forgotten provisions that should not be neglected. The

The infamous six month waiting period, also known as the “cooling off” period, can be confusing for many, and we are frequently asked about the specifics here at Rubin & Levavi, P. C. So we decided to take this opportunity to clear the record and provide key facts about the six month waiting period in this brief write-up. Remember, this serves as general information, for more in-depth answers be sure to reach out to a qualified family law attorney today.

The Divorce Can Only Be Finalized After the Waiting Period

The six

When it comes to divorce proceedings and child custody hearings, some parents are keen to have the court hear about their child’s preferences, especially the parent for whom the child has expressed desire to live with. This can raise different issues, and the California courts consider things such as whether the child’s interests align with his/her preferences, how much weight to give to the child’s stated preferences.

This is why we’ve outlined a few things to keep in mind when it comes to children’s testimony and child custody proceedings in California.

With the average age of engaged couples going up and many re-marrying later in life, individuals these days bring more assets and experience to their marriage than ever before. While the prospect of starting a new life with their partner is exhilarating, many who look at the bigger picture and take stock of their assets come to the conclusion that a prenuptial agreement is in their best interests. This is especially true for those who own their own business.

In California, assets that each spouse owned before the marriage are considered