For couples experiencing tension, the holidays can make it worse. Many potential clients ask whether they should file for divorce now, or wait until after the holidays. Here are some thoughts from a Los Angeles divorce attorney.

Everyone knows that Los Angeles divorce lawyers are expensive, but other divorce-related costs can add up. It's important to have a holistic financial understanding.

Divorce is messy. Don't make it messier. Here are some common ways that people inadvertently hurt their Los Angeles divorce cases.

Who qualifies for spousal support in California? And is spousal support just for women? Get your most common spousal support questions answered.

When news breaks that a celebrity couple is separating after a short marriage, as with Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth this morning, many of us are left scratching our heads wondering what happened and why a couple might get divorced so soon after marrying.

Whether you're the participant spouse or the non-participant spouse, you want to make sure your retirement accounts are protected. Here’s what happens to your retirement accounts during a divorce and a few important tips to know.

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.

Child custody is a legal term for the relationship between parents and children. In California, there are two types of child custody: legal custody and physical custody. Read on to learn more about the two types of child custody.

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.

How is child support calculated? Will a court decide the amount of child support, or can my ex and I come to an agreement? Read on to find out.