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 […]

By William E. Moore, Esquire Even though we are all pretty much quarantined for what seems like forever, life continues on. There have been positive and some negative influences on the types of new cases appearing at our offices. Crime is down! We can all agree this is good for our communities. Bars and restaurants […]

Common law marriage is a unique form of legal relationship that exists in only a few states, such as Iowa, Kansas, Montana, Rhode Island, and the District of Columbia. Unlike a traditional marriage, a common law marriage does not require a marriage license or a formal ceremony. Instead, it is based on the couple’s present […]