<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Ruben Family Law Resolution Services]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ruben Family Law Resolution Services]]></description><link>https://www.rubenlawfirm.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 10:09:44 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.rubenlawfirm.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Understanding spousal support]]></title><description><![CDATA[Couples getting ready to work through the divorce process may be wondering what each is going to walk away with. One of the things often up for discussion is spousal support, or alimony, which is often paid by one spouse to the other. It’s not something offered in every divorce case in San Francisco, and the court will look at certain […]]]></description><link>https://www.rubenlawfirm.com/post/understanding-spousal-support</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a43dff3dc061b2051d90fa7</guid><pubDate>Tue, 28 Dec 2021 15:10:04 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Ruben LawFirm</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Child custody problems during the holidays]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you could have perfectly timed your divorce, you may have scheduled it as far from a holiday season as possible. In reality, you may have been more focused on obtaining a fair and swift settlement rather than trying to schedule proceedings for the most convenient time. Navigating the holidays after a recent divorce may […]]]></description><link>https://www.rubenlawfirm.com/post/child-custody-problems-during-the-holidays</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a43dff3dc061b2051d90fa5</guid><pubDate>Tue, 21 Dec 2021 09:33:58 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Ruben LawFirm</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Property division during a divorce can get confusing]]></title><description><![CDATA[When a marriage comes to an end, there are many things a couple has to sort through. One of the main concerns in a divorce revolves around marital property division, which can be rather complex and confusing. In San Francisco and the rest of the state, that means all property owned equally by both parties […]]]></description><link>https://www.rubenlawfirm.com/post/property-division-during-a-divorce-can-get-confusing</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a43dff3dc061b2051d90fa8</guid><pubDate>Fri, 17 Dec 2021 09:17:58 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Ruben LawFirm</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How a judge is likely to determine child custody]]></title><description><![CDATA[The standard that overrides everything else when it comes to children in a divorce is what is in the children’s best interests. San Francisco parents can be sure this is the yardstick a family court judge will use to determine child custody. Issues that deal with child custody can often seem overwhelming and confusing, so it […]]]></description><link>https://www.rubenlawfirm.com/post/how-a-judge-is-likely-to-determine-child-custody</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a43dff3dc061b2051d90fa9</guid><pubDate>Tue, 30 Nov 2021 16:14:39 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Ruben LawFirm</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mediation: Is it better to settle a divorce out of court?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Many divorcing couples would do anything not to have to face each other in court, battling out their issues. If couples in San Francisco can agree there might be better ways than allowing a judge to make decisions for them, they might be open to alternatives such as mediation. Having said that, there may be some couples who can’t […]]]></description><link>https://www.rubenlawfirm.com/post/mediation-is-it-better-to-settle-a-divorce-out-of-court</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a43dff3dc061b2051d90fa4</guid><pubDate>Sat, 13 Nov 2021 14:38:33 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Ruben LawFirm</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The roll of 730 evaluations in child custody matters]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mental health evaluations may be necessary in certain instances when making decisions regarding children. Child custody determinations are made with children’s best interests in mind. To ascertain what those best interests are, a family court judge in San Francisco may order what are called 730 evaluations. A court mediator or a parents can also request […]]]></description><link>https://www.rubenlawfirm.com/post/the-roll-of-730-evaluations-in-child-custody-matters</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a43dff3dc061b2051d90fac</guid><pubDate>Fri, 29 Oct 2021 08:27:34 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Ruben LawFirm</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Protecting children amid a divorce]]></title><description><![CDATA[When a marriage has got to the point where communication in nonexistent and nothing within the union is reparable, spouses may decide it’s time for them to go their separate ways. If San Francisco couples who decide to divorce have children, parents need to be on the same page when making decisions that affect them. […]]]></description><link>https://www.rubenlawfirm.com/post/protecting-children-amid-a-divorce</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a43dff3dc061b2051d90fa6</guid><pubDate>Fri, 15 Oct 2021 09:19:45 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Ruben LawFirm</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mistakes in divorce you’ll want to avoid]]></title><description><![CDATA[Has a primary issue of contention in your marriage been finances? If you and your spouse often fight about money, you’re definitely not alone in your struggle. Many spouses in California and throughout the country can no doubt relate to your experience. If you wind up filing for divorce, your financial disagreements might follow you […]]]></description><link>https://www.rubenlawfirm.com/post/mistakes-in-divorce-you-ll-want-to-avoid</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a43dff3dc061b2051d90faa</guid><pubDate>Thu, 14 Oct 2021 16:01:35 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Ruben LawFirm</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Debunking the misinformation about prenups]]></title><description><![CDATA[Getting ready to say “I do” comes with a lot of preparation in most cases. San Francisco couples are caught up in planning and rarely have time to think about anything else, especially not about a prenuptial agreement. No couple marries thinking about divorce, but there should be some planning for the unexpected and that […]]]></description><link>https://www.rubenlawfirm.com/post/debunking-the-misinformation-about-prenups</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a43dff3dc061b2051d90fab</guid><pubDate>Thu, 30 Sep 2021 10:00:38 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Ruben LawFirm</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How a 401(k) cash out can help in a divorce]]></title><description><![CDATA[When a California married couple decides to part ways, there are typically numerous financial issues that must be resolved in order to achieve a fair settlement. In many cases, a divorce might create a need for a spouse to start all over, including finding employment that generates enough income to pay rent or a down […]]]></description><link>https://www.rubenlawfirm.com/post/how-a-401-k-cash-out-can-help-in-a-divorce</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a43dff3dc061b2051d90fa3</guid><pubDate>Fri, 17 Sep 2021 14:50:06 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Ruben LawFirm</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Strategies for overcoming post-divorce depression]]></title><description><![CDATA[It is common for those who go through the dissolution of a marriage to struggle with mental health. Even if the divorce was mutual and amicable, it’s still a loss. The sense of loss felt in a divorce can be comparable to the pain of losing a loved one. Depression following a divorce is something […]]]></description><link>https://www.rubenlawfirm.com/post/strategies-for-overcoming-post-divorce-depression</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a43dff42481452f72d9f20c</guid><pubDate>Fri, 03 Sep 2021 10:29:44 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Ruben LawFirm</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Couples don’t need to be on the same page for mediation to work]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some couples who are divorcing may be miles apart when it comes to agreeing on most issues. San Francisco couples in these cases might not even consider divorce mediation as an option since both may think they’re nowhere near being on the same page. But many professional mediators beg to differ. In fact, another name […]]]></description><link>https://www.rubenlawfirm.com/post/couples-don-t-need-to-be-on-the-same-page-for-mediation-to-work</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a43dff42481452f72d9f20f</guid><pubDate>Thu, 19 Aug 2021 14:15:40 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Ruben LawFirm</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Don’t let a divorce ruin your good health]]></title><description><![CDATA[Certain life events have a way of etching themselves into your memory. For instance, you might remember exactly where you were and what you were doing when you decided to file for a divorce. Especially if you have children or have been married for 10 years or more, it’s never easy to end a relationship. […]]]></description><link>https://www.rubenlawfirm.com/post/don-t-let-a-divorce-ruin-your-good-health</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a43dff42481452f72d9f213</guid><pubDate>Fri, 13 Aug 2021 15:56:06 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Ruben LawFirm</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Child custody: Is parallel parenting the right option?]]></title><description><![CDATA[A family is still a family even after divorce. But that being said, every family is different, and child custody decisions should be custom-tailored to fit the individual situations of San Francisco families. Joint custody may not always be the right decision, even though family court judges prefer it. 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It will interrupt their routines, perhaps upset them emotionally, cause them to act out of character, etc. So, it is extremely important that parents in San Francisco who are divorcing pay special attention to […]]]></description><link>https://www.rubenlawfirm.com/post/child-custody-ensuring-smooth-transitions</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a43dff42481452f72d9f20d</guid><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jul 2021 12:38:14 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Ruben LawFirm</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Things to know about sole child custody]]></title><description><![CDATA[When California parents divorce, they must come to an agreement regarding important child-related issues. In many cases, a parent requests sole child custody in court. In doing so, the parent must be prepared to provide legitimate reasons to the court that convinces the judge to rule in his or her favor.   Not getting along with an ex isn’t necessarily cause […]]]></description><link>https://www.rubenlawfirm.com/post/things-to-know-about-sole-child-custody</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a43dff42481452f72d9f210</guid><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jul 2021 17:55:24 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Ruben LawFirm</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Preparing for divorce mediation]]></title><description><![CDATA[It’s safe to say that couples entering into a divorce situation want to save as much money as possible. When San Francisco couples can settle matters through mediation rather than litigation, it would be best for everyone involved, including children. 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It’s ironic that rudeness was likely a part of the marriage for quite […]]]></description><link>https://www.rubenlawfirm.com/post/being-rude-during-a-divorce-could-boomerang</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a43dff42481452f72d9f208</guid><pubDate>Wed, 09 Jun 2021 13:19:16 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Ruben LawFirm</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Child custody: Does child support affect visitation?]]></title><description><![CDATA[When parents decide to divorce, one spouse usually pays child support. Parents may share child custody or one parent could have sole custody, but in whatever case, what happens when child support is unpaid? Does it have any bearing on whether the payor can visit the children? Parents in San Francisco may be wondering if […]]]></description><link>https://www.rubenlawfirm.com/post/child-custody-does-child-support-affect-visitation</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a43dff42481452f72d9f20b</guid><pubDate>Tue, 25 May 2021 16:36:17 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Ruben LawFirm</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>