Dividing retirement accounts like 401(k)s and IRAs in a Los Angeles divorce can be complex. Learn how these assets are split, what you need to know about QDROs, and how to protect your financial future during divorce proceedings.

Domestic violence has increased during the Covid-19 crisis. Here’s how a restraining order can help, plus a few things to keep in mind.

It is more critical than ever for family law clients to access legal advice and for their cases to be handled efficiently and with top-notch attentiveness. The Law Office of Emily E. Rubenstein offers remote consultations and meetings. You can meet with an attorney via the phone or digitally.

Many parents have questions about co-parenting during the coronavirus or COVID-19 crisis. Read our tips and answers to frequently asked questions about child custody, parenting time, and child support.

We are proud to have been nominated and accepted as a 2019 10 Best Law Firm for Client Satisfaction by the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys.

Maybe your child is transitioning from elementary school to middle school or to high school. Maybe this is the first school year that your child will live in two households. The start of a new school year can be equal parts exhilarating and stressful for any child - new teacher, new schedule, new friends, new school supplies, and hopefully, a pair of some cool new shoes. We have some tips to help you along the way.

Whether you have a referral from a friend or are searching online, this lawyer is a stranger, and this stranger will be responsible for protecting the most important parts of your life: your kids, your personal finances, your business. Your lawyer will be your advisor, confidant, spokesperson, and representative. You want to make the right choice.

Infants have unique needs compared to children of other ages. Here are a few tips for creating a co-parenting plan for parents of infants.

Catch Emily in U.S. News and World Report discussing what to know before pouring your family's financial future into a single business. Hint: consider a postnuptial agreement.

What is a prenup, what’s usually included in a prenup, and why do couples get them, anyway? Read on to find out.

A new study from The Ohio State University found that young children whose parents read them five books per day enter kindergarten having heard about 1.4 million more words than kids who were never read to. They're likely to be more prepared to start school, and to pick up reading skills more quickly and easily.

Catch Emily in Mel Magazine discussing men who receive alimony.

Understanding child custody in California is crucial for parents going through a separation or divorce. Learn the differences between legal and physical custody, and how custody decisions are made.

Discussing a prenuptial agreement is not necessarily romantic, but clarity about financial roles, responsibilities, and expectations may actually deter marital conflict and divorce. Read on to find out how to discuss a premarital agreement with your future spouse.

Wondering how child support is calculated in Los Angeles? Learn about the key factors, including income, timeshare, and health insurance costs, that determine child support obligations. Find out if you can reach an agreement or if a court will decide for you.

Learn about the importance of the Income and Expense Declaration in Los Angeles divorce cases. Discover how it impacts spousal and child support, why honesty is crucial, and how to properly complete the form. Find out how to protect your financial interests in divorce proceedings.