When couples live together without marrying, they often share expenses, purchase property together, and intertwine their financial lives just as married couples do. If the relationship ends, however, they quickly discover that Pennsylvania law treats them very differently from divorcing spouses. Pennsylvania does not recognize common law marriage established after 2005, which means unmarried couples […]

Custody battles can be emotionally draining for both parents and children. They often leave families wondering how a judge will decide who gets to spend more time with the children and why. Understanding the evaluation process in Pennsylvania can help you prepare your case and make more informed decisions during this challenging time. At Rubin, […]

Legally changing one’s name is a much more common event than you might initially think. People seek to change their legal name for a myriad of reasons, such as getting married or getting divorced. Depending on the circumstances under which you are changing your name, you may need to file a petition with the court […]

By: Mara Hershberger, J.D. Half of Pennsylvania is shut down until June 4, 2020, at the earliest. This means courts are closed, and your lawsuit or domestic relations issue cannot be litigated. Likely, your dispute will not go to court for a while due to a backlog after courts reopen. If you would like a […]