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Ruben Law Firm can help you find the right answers when navigating a divorce or other challenging family law situation.
Our guidance on Alternative Dispute Resolution
Guiding You Through Every Step Of Your Family Law Matter
Even the most conciliatory of divorces is not easy. A couple's unique economic circumstances and family structure can amplify what is already an emotionally trying time.
Ruben Law Firm, serving clients in the greater San Francisco area as well as other parts of California, draws upon the deep experience levels of its attorney roster to develop individualized settlement solutions that provide you with the results you need and deserve.
Protecting Your Rights In Child Custody Disputes
The determination of child custody can be a complex matter and one of the most emotionally draining parts of crafting a divorce settlement. Parents often struggle to reach an agreement on child custody details, and there are times when it is important to dispute aspects of a child custody agreement in order to advocate for the best interests of your children.
The attorneys at Ruben Law Firm are highly skilled in family law matters, and we understand how to assist you in successfully resolving child custody disputes. Here is a brief guide to understanding the law around custody arrangements and why it is important to work with a lawyer to make your case in this area.
Our guidance on Spousal Support
Your Guide To Divorce In A Community Property State
California is a state that follows the principle of "community property" when it comes to property division in a divorce. In a community property state, property that a couple acquires during the marriage is divided evenly between them during a divorce. The advantage of this method is that it can be more straightforward than equitable distribution, the other method used in the United States.
How Property Is Divided In A Divorce
The other type of property that can exist in a community property state is separate property, which is property that:
✔ Was owned by you or your spouse prior to your marriage
✔ Was received as a gift or inheritance by either spouse during the marriage
✔ Was property that was purchased with separate funds by a spouse during the marriage
Separate property belongs to its owner alone and is not considered during a divorce.
At Ruben Law Firm, we can provide you with a lawyer who can help you map out a strategy so that all of your community property will be divided evenly (50-50) between you and your spouse. This division does not have to be literal or physical — what matters is that in the end you each have an equal share of property, assets and debt.