Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Family Law
Child custody court orders are final and legally binding. Fortunately, that does not mean that these orders cannot be modified. If you can show that there has been a substantial change in circumstances and convince a judge of that fact, you may be able to modify your child custody order. However, there are certain requirements …
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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 | Adoption
How much does adoption cost in Texas? This is a vital question for families considering adoption, as expenses can add up quickly. Welcoming a new person into your family unit is a blessing and adopting a new child is one of the best things you will ever do. You may have many questions as you …
Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Protective Orders
If you are going through a divorce and fear for your own safety, you should be aware of the three types of protective orders in Texas. The type of protective order you obtain will depend on the circumstances of your case. Below, our Houston family lawyer explains the different types of protective orders you can …
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Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Family Law, Spousal Maintenance
Following a divorce, the financially-better-off party may be required to make ongoing payments to their former spouse. Known as alimony, spousal support, or spousal maintenance, these payments are not guaranteed in Texas. Spousal maintenance is subject to strict rules and regulations in our state. Under Texas law (Texas Family Code § 8.056), a person’s obligation …
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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 | Adoption, Family Law
Adopting a child is a blessing for the entire family. If you are considering adoption, or are about to start the process, you likely want to expand your family as quickly as possible. Unfortunately, adoption does not happen overnight. Additionally, it is very difficult to determine how long any one case may take because the …
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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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Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Contested Divorce, Divorce
It is no secret that divorce is expensive and this is even truer in cases that involve conflict. Contested divorces are those in which the couple does not agree to all terms. During the divorce process, these issues must be resolved and that can become costly. The average cost of a contested divorce in Texas …
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