Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Child Custody
In addition to being emotionally trying, going through a divorce can be a confusing and tedious process. Nobody wants to prolong the inevitable, but there are many factors that need to be considered and sorted out. There are often children involved, which can make things exceptionally complicated, as well as money and assets that need …
Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Divorce, High Net Worth
Different states have varying policies when it comes to divorce. There are some states that recognize all property and income earned by a married couple as belonging equally to both of them, and Texas is one of those states. This is what is known as community property state. Regardless of whose name is on the …
Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Divorce
Different states have varying policies when it comes to divorce. There are some states that recognize all property and income earned by a married couple as belonging equally to both of them, and Texas is one of those states. This is what is known as community property state. Regardless of whose name is on the …
Continue reading "Taking the First Steps in a Divorce Proceeding in Houston"
Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Divorce
No one wants to have to go through a divorce, but unfortunately, sometimes it is necessary for the emotional wellbeing of the parties involved. If you are considering filing for divorce, it is important that you know the basics of divorce law in Texas, including understanding the legal grounds for divorce. Your first step should …
Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Child Custody
While there is no denying that going through a divorce is difficult for everyone involved, unfortunately, sometimes the children suffer most. Going through such a significant change in family structure is often very challenging for children. Despite this difficulty, it is also important to note that the end results can be positive overall. As you …
Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Divorce
Following a divorce, it may be necessary for monetary arrangements to be made if one spouse was previously dependent on the other. When a couple is married, it is quite common for one spouse to earn the majority of the money, so a divorce can cause significant financial hardship for the spouse who performed household …
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Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Child Support
When you are going through divorce proceedings, it is important that you keep your child’s best interests in mind. The significant changes associated with a divorce can create a difficult time in a child’s life, so it is up to both parents to maintain as much stability as possible for the child. Paying child support …
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Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Divorce
You and your spouse have finally reached an agreement on all the terms of your Houston divorce thus completing the most difficult part of the divorce process. Although the most challenging part of your divorce is complete, there are still several steps that need to be taken to finalize your agreement. In every case, after an agreement is reached, a written form of your agreement must be submitted to the Court, along with several supporting documents. Additionally, one party must appear in front of the judge to 'prove up' the agreement. A ‘prove up’ occurs when one, or both, parties appear before the judge to finalize their agreement.
Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Divorce
For many people, divorce is one the most stressful times in their lives. When a marriage ends, spouses experience a variety of feelings and sometimes act on those feelings in ways that hurt themselves and other people. One way that spouses can forego some of the pain associated with divorce is by using mediation to …
Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Child Custody, Divorce, General
Divorce is a traumatic process for the individuals whose marriage is ending as well as their families and children. Because the process is messy, filled with emotions and incredibly stressful, there are many misconceptions surrounding divorces. People should consider these common misconceptions and remember that hiring a Houston divorce lawyer can help them find a …
