Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Divorce, Family Law
Online Divorce Services Are Gaining Popularity Have you been thinking about getting a divorce? If so, with minimal research, you’ve probably encountered numerous advertisements and articles about online divorce in Texas. This is not by chance. “Online divorce Texas” and “online divorce in Texas for free” are popular search terms because spouses considering divorce are …
Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Divorce
Does Texas have jurisdiction over my divorce? This question is crucial before you start the legal process. Before you even speak to an attorney, it may be helpful to know what court has jurisdiction over your divorce. Knowing how the Judge in your case is likely to rule and what their pet peeves are can …
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Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Child Support, Divorce
If you’re considering handling your own divorce paperwork and proceedings, you’re not alone. There are many couples who start the divorce process without representation from an attorney. While this practice is legal, it can be dangerous when people believe in several common myths about divorce before trying to start a do-it-yourself divorce in Texas.
Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Divorce
There may be a time when you need to get copies or verification of your divorce records. For example, you may need to show them to an employer or a state organization so that you can give cause for a name change. You may need to show them to a governmental entity so that you …
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Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Child Custody, Divorce
Divorce is a difficult and painful process for almost any couple experiencing the end of a marriage partnership. Making decisions about property division and custody arrangements can be extremely stressful and emotionally-charged for the parties involved. Divorce becomes even more complicated when one party becomes pregnant before the divorce is finalized. Couples who are considering …
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Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Child Custody, Divorce
Military divorces — divorces where one or both of the spouses are active duty military personnel, in the National Guard, or reservists — often require additional steps and procedures to finalize as compared to civilian divorces. Most states, including Texas, have laws and procedures that only pertain to military divorces. There are also federal laws …
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Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Child Custody, Divorce
Being agreeable while ending your marriage can save both of you from unnecessary grief and litigation cost. But there are important reasons to contest a divorce, times when you should choose not to compromise with your soon-to-be former spouse. The first reason is plain and simple – when you believe the safety and welfare of …
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Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Divorce, LGBT
“My spouse has transitioned from one gender to another during our marriage, how does that impact our divorce?” For purposes of this question, I am assuming that the spouses were of opposite gender on the date of marriage, as the issue of same-sex marriage in Texas is best left for another entry and could confuse …
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Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Divorce
When contemplating the need to file for divorce, it can seem like a daunting task. Just finding the right attorney for your case can be intimidating in and of itself. So, when adding additional stresses, such as a child with disabilities, a divorce can not only be overwhelming, but seemingly impossible. At Ramos Law Group, …
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Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Divorce, Hiring a Divorce Lawyer, News, Uncontested Divorce
After working in family law for the past 14 years from an intern in a local family law court to running my own practice, I have decided to expand our Agreed reduced retainer Family law Services. The services we include: Agreed Divorce Agreed Motion to Modify Agreed Child Name Change Agreed Suit Affecting P/C Relationship …
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