[ipython]

And how do you determine ahead of time with 100% certainty that your communication will not be subject to subpoena and appear in court record?

In a divorce proceeding for example many so called “day to day” conversations will suddenly be open to legal interpretation.

[huffmsa]

Yeah divorce is a sticky situation. And there's no way to be 100% certain. But if a contract or other agreement involving money is the topic of discussion, it's safe to assume that it might be used as evidence.