Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Divorce
Divorces happen. According to Texas Health and Human Services, approximately 75,000 married couples split up in the state each year. Wives face some unique challenges in divorce. If you are a woman who is preparing for or going through a divorce in Southeast Texas, it is crucial that you have all of the knowledge, tools, …
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Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Divorce, Family Law, Mediation
We have all heard horror stories about how a divorce can turn into a nasty, difficult, and emotionally draining fight. The good news is that divorce does not have to be that way. Indeed, the vast majority of people want an amicable divorce. Mediation is one of the best legal options for divorcing couples looking …
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Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Divorce
Millions of Americans use Facebook to stay in touch with family and friends, make new connections for professional and personal reasons, and many other activities. When you consider the expansive nature of social media platforms and the massive amounts of content they store, you might not be surprised to learn that the profile details of …
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Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Divorce, Family Law
While spousal support and issues related to minor children may not come up in every Texas divorce, almost all parties must address property division when dissolving their marriage. Couples may acquire substantial assets after the wedding date, especially in long-term marriages. They might also incur considerable debt through loans, mortgages, and credit cards. Both property …
Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Divorce
If you are facing divorce, you likely know that you could potentially be in for a painful and difficult process. Before and during the divorce process, you will have to face the fact that your current way of living is coming to an end, which can take a heavy toll on your mental and emotional …
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Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Divorce, Divorce For Dads™
There was a time when the presumptions about gender roles would lead to unbalanced outcomes in divorce cases, but men and women are now on equal footing in the eyes of the law in every US state. Either spouse can file for divorce according to the grounds recognized by Texas divorce laws, including a “no-fault” …
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Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Divorce
There is more than one way to get a divorce in Texas. Although you may imagine a long and bitter courtroom battle when ending your marriage, the truth is that most divorce cases settle out of court. Mediation is one process that is very useful when trying to reach a settlement with your spouse. Mediation …
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Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Divorce
A divorce will be one of the hardest things you will ever experience. Dealing with your marriage ending is difficult enough, but you may lose time with your children, and even your home. Divorce is mentally and emotionally taxing, and this causes many people to make mistakes which hurt them during their case and post-divorce. …
Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Divorce, Family Law
When going through a divorce, you will have many concerns. One of the biggest problems may be whether you will be able to remain in your home. The marital home is often the highest-valued asset a couple owns. It also holds a lot of sentimental value, particularly if the couple purchased the home together and …
Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Divorce, Family Law
Spousal maintenance, known as alimony in other states, is not guaranteed in all Texas divorces. However, when one spouse will be left unable to financially support themselves during or after the divorce process, a judge may order it. Couples can also reach an agreement on their own about whether spousal maintenance should be paid, the …
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