Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Divorce
In the state of Texas, divorce proceedings require a substantial amount of time. At best, a simple, uncontested divorce with no complicating factors takes at least 60 days. Two entire months can feel like an eternity in some situations, and there is a good chance that the process can take much longer. If you want …
Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Hiring a Divorce Lawyer
If you’re facing divorce, it may be tempting to go into it alone. However, it is strongly recommended that you reconsider. Even an uncontested divorce is going to have twists and turns along the way that should be handled by a legal professional. A family divorce lawyer has important skills and experience that will make …
Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Child Custody, Divorce, Visitation and Access
While divorce is generally unpleasant for all parties involved, usually it is the children who are the most severely affected. It is all too easy for parents to get so caught up in their own emotional distress that they miss how their actions affect their children. Unfortunately, sometimes manipulative parents will attempt to turn their …
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Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Mediation
Although uncontested divorces do happen, they are few and far between. Most divorces are contested, meaning that one or both of the spouses disagree on at least one issue. There are many facts to consider during a divorce, including division of property, child custody, spousal and child maintenance, and plenty more. One highly effective way …
Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Divorce, Family Law
While a divorce or custody battle can certainly be an emotionally trying time for both parties, it can be especially hard on children. Young kids may not be able to fully understand why these changes are happening. If they do comprehend the situation, they may feel hurt, or even as if they are to blame. …
Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Divorce
Going through a divorce is never ideal, but it is often necessary. When you get to that point where your relationship is unsupportable, it is important that you and your assets are protected during the divorce process. It is all too easy to lose property, child visitation rights, and much more if you are not …
Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Child Custody
It is an unfortunate reality that courts can sometimes unfairly favor the mother when it comes to custody battles. While judges should technically be impartial, there are times when fathers have the odds stacked against them from the very beginning. Of course, even the best divorce lawyers in the world cannot change that fact. However, …
Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Divorce, High Net Worth
Divorces involving significant amounts of money, property, and other assets are almost always more complicated than standard divorces. High net worth divorces are rarely uncontested, which is why it is critical to have a good divorce attorney in Houston if you want to retain what property is rightfully yours. It is essential that you hire …
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Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Divorce
Going through a divorce can be a difficult time for both parties involved. Emotions are naturally running high, and seeing eye-to-eye is a rarity in most cases. If you are able to come to an amicable agreement, it is possible to avoid a lengthy and expensive divorce process. However, that is not always possible, even …
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Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Family Law
When you need a lawyer, it is critical that you hire the right one for the job. There are many different types of law practitioners, and you need to find someone who has the specialized skills and resources to help you to obtain the best possible results. Family law deals with domestic relations and family-related …
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