Posted by Juris Digital | Uncontested Divorce
Texas offers a streamlined process for couples who agree on the terms of their initial separation and ultimately, final divorce. An uncontested divorce is the quickest and most cost-effective way to dissolve a valid marriage in the Lone Star State. Whether you’re filing your documents solo or with your soon-to-be ex-spouse, this comprehensive guide will …
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Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Divorce, Divorce For Dads™, Top 5 Divorce Articles, Uncontested Divorce
Divorce can be a strange and confusing time for Texas men. Every action (or inaction) may be scrutinized or USED AGAINST YOU during a divorce proceeding. It is critical to review this article and avoid the TOP 5 Mistakes Men Make In Divorce. Getting an edge in your divorce case in Houston, starts with KNOWLEDGE.
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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Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Divorce, Uncontested Divorce
To obtain a divorce in the state of Texas, at least one of the spouses must have been domiciled in the state of Texas for the six months preceding the filing of the divorce suit as well as a resident of the county in which the suit will be filed for at least the preceding 90 days. If neither spouse has been a Texas resident for at least six months prior to filing the suit, you have not established jurisdiction and will need to wait until six months have passed until you may file for divorce in Texas. This is a jurisdictional issue, meaning that the Court has no power to grant a divorce until at least one spouse has met the residency requirements.
Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Divorce, Top 5 Divorce Articles, Uncontested Divorce
Transfer of property
Your Final Decree of Divorce will include language awarding property to you and your ex, however that is not the final step in the process of awarding property. Make sure that, if relevant to your case, documents such as Special Warranty Deeds, Deeds of Trust or Powers of Attorneys are signed, notarized and filed with the proper entities. Don’t wait until an issue pops up down the road to discover that you never transferred the title to a piece of property, make sure it’s all handled quickly after your divorce is finalized.
