Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Discovery, Divorce
If you are the first to file for divorce, you will be known as the Petitioner. Ultimately, the differences between who files first are minimal but there are some procedural considerations as you will see below. The Petitioner May Choose the County If there are multiple counties in which the courts could have proper jurisdiction, …
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Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Divorce, Family Law
When going through a divorce in Texas, a main point of contention is often the division of property, especially if the parties own a home. A Texas divorce court has a few options in dividing a real property asset but each case is different and it would be best to consult a Texas divorce attorney …
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Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Divorce
Many parties going through a divorce in Texas are concerned about how a divorce will affect their assets, especially a 401k or other retirement accounts. While it’s always best to consult with a divorce attorney, here are several things to keep in mind when thinking about how to protect your assets. Separate vs Community Property …
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Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Divorce
Going through a divorce can be a tense and anxiety-inducing experience. Even when a marriage ends amicably, the dissolution still tends to take a toll on separating spouses. It’s no surprise that a divorce due to abuse is a process typically fraught with a number of stressful and worrisome challenges. If you are contemplating or …
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Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Divorce
Domestic abuse is a prevalent problem within intimate and familial relationships. According to surveys, roughly 25% of divorcees cite abuse as a contributing factor to their divorce. In 25% of physical violence cases against women and nearly 15% of those against men, this abuse will escalate to severe violence leading to critical harm or injury. …
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Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Divorce
The following information is provided to give litigants and potential litigants an idea of what to expect in a divorce. However, it is important to remember that each and every divorce is different and not all stages apply to each divorce case. There is an infinite number of issues that could arise, and this article …
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Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Divorce
Tackling a divorce is one of the greatest challenges any person will ever face. Separating spouses often have to deal with a host of emotional, financial, and logistical issues both during and after divorce proceedings. From coping with the loss of a marital relationship to determining visitation schedules and managing new budgets, divorce takes exes-to-be …
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Posted by Mary E. Ramos | News
Houston, TX, August 6, 2018 – Houston, TX, August 6, 2018 –Ramos Law Group, PLLC (RLG) is pleased to announce the addition of a new rock star attorney as part of a significant undertaking to rebuild the RLG team with the most qualified and experienced team members. The new attorney, Jessica Mikell, will be based out …
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Posted by Mary E. Ramos | News
Houston, TX, July 30, 2018 – The Ramos Law Group, PLLC is thrilled to announce the return of Christina Garza as our new Office Manager and Senior Paralegal. She is Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and rejoins the team after a short sabbatical. She brings with her over 18 years …
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