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Many people are not familiar with trust accounts, which are essentially bank accounts that are maintained by a third party on behalf of their clients. However, being familiar with these types of accounts can literally pay off, especially for those who are dealing with divorce matters in California. Trust accounts are powerful tools that can help you protect your assets during turbulent times, and this post aims to explain just how powerful of a tool a trust account can be during a divorce.

To begin, trust accounts used during family law

In the state of California, there are many enforcement methods that can be implemented by a parent, or the courts on behalf of the parent, in order to collect child support. A particularly heavy-handed approach is contempt, which can be a very expensive process to initiate and may end up with the non-paying parent in jail. With the non-paying parent behind bars, it can become even less likely for child support to be collected by the other party, which can make this a less than ideal option.

A less-explored option is

Child custody issues, and the associated processes such as custody evaluations, can be extremely stressful ordeals for parents who might already be dealing with complicated family matters. We at Rubin & Levavi, P.C. have written up a brief summary of some of the elements that are part of custody evaluations in California in order to help individuals prepare, and to offer some peace of mind during a trying time in their lives.

Elements of a Custody Evaluation

Generally speaking, an evaluation is a process where a qualified evaluation professional spends time collecting

One of the more common questions that people ask us about here at Rubin & Levavi, P.C. involves the requirements for establishing a prenuptial agreement in California, so we thought we would spend some time discussing this issue.

It’s no surprise to hear this question asked frequently, as California is particularly strict when it comes to establishing prenuptial agreements. There are several guidelines that need to be followed in order for a prenuptial agreement to be enforceable

Independent Representation

California demands that both spouses have independent legal representation when seeking to establish a

Divorce is an anxiety-inducing and scary process for many, one which marks a huge change in your life, likely unplanned. While you might feel scattered and in need of guidance, fret not! Remember that family law and divorce attorneys deal with cases like yours on a daily basis, and are used to the processes that are involved. While you wait to consult with a skilled family law professional, we’ve compiled a few tips to help ease your worries and further prepare you for your divorce.

Know the facts and be prepared

Although

Family law in California is a complex affair, and parents locked in a divorce or child custody battle need to be particularly knowledgeable of the laws and regulations surrounding child custody in order to ensure that they avoid future problems. This article covers three reasons that could cause you to lose child custody in California.

Child Neglect

Child neglect is a bit different from child abuse in that It needs to stem from a place of inaction. In other words, if a parent fails to act in a manner that ensures his/her

Divorce and other family conflicts can be extremely stressful and painful events, and emotions can be all over the place. Thus, hateful texts, e-mails, and other forms of messages full of anger and frustration are not uncommon between parties that are getting divorced. And yes, something the anger or hatred is (or at least feels like it is) justified. Regardless, we think that sending any sort of message to an ex-spouse that can be easily printed or stored is a reckless move, as it could very well end up in

It’s not shocking to suggest that most people hold bitter anger and resentment towards their ex-spouses, especially if the divorce is still fresh in everyone’s mind. Even in cases where things are fairly amicable, there was a reason for the divorce and you’re probably not going to be your ex-spouse’s biggest fan.

But there eventually comes a time where you need to push these emotions aside and work together with your ex-spouse for the sake of your children, especially in cases where there is joint or shared custody. This can be

It’s true that most people would rather approach their upcoming marriage in a way that is optimistic and positive, and while having a positive mindset can go a long way towards fostering a happy marriage, statistics make one thing clear: divorce is a common occurrence. Despite that, no one wants to think about this possibility and many people don’t see the point of signing a prenuptial agreement.

Despite this, there are many scenarios in which prenuptial agreements are a wise decision, a lesson that came too late for countless individuals who

The prospect of having to deal with the divorce process can be very stressful, as it often marks unknown territory and uncertain outcomes for many. Thankfully, many seasoned divorce attorneys, such as the skilled litigators at Rubin & Levavi, P.C., can help ease your burdens as they stand by your side and ensure that all proceedings are conducted smoothly, and in a way that furthers your cause.

With that in mind, there are some questions that you should ask any divorce and family law attorney in order to further help move