Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Divorce
Divorces happen. According to Texas Health and Human Services, approximately 75,000 married couples split up in the state each year. Wives face some unique challenges in divorce. If you are a woman who is preparing for or going through a divorce in Southeast Texas, it is crucial that you have all of the knowledge, tools, …
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Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Divorce, Family Law, Mediation
We have all heard horror stories about how a divorce can turn into a nasty, difficult, and emotionally draining fight. The good news is that divorce does not have to be that way. Indeed, the vast majority of people want an amicable divorce. Mediation is one of the best legal options for divorcing couples looking …
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Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Divorce
Millions of Americans use Facebook to stay in touch with family and friends, make new connections for professional and personal reasons, and many other activities. When you consider the expansive nature of social media platforms and the massive amounts of content they store, you might not be surprised to learn that the profile details of …
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Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Divorce, Family Law
While spousal support and issues related to minor children may not come up in every Texas divorce, almost all parties must address property division when dissolving their marriage. Couples may acquire substantial assets after the wedding date, especially in long-term marriages. They might also incur considerable debt through loans, mortgages, and credit cards. Both property …
Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Child Custody
As is the case in every other US state, Texas family laws provide parents with rights and responsibilities with respect to minor children regardless of whether they maintain an intact relationship. Therefore, issues regarding child custody will come up in divorce proceedings and actions to establish paternity of a minor child. The Texas Family Code …
Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Divorce
If you are facing divorce, you likely know that you could potentially be in for a painful and difficult process. Before and during the divorce process, you will have to face the fact that your current way of living is coming to an end, which can take a heavy toll on your mental and emotional …
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Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Adoption
Adoption is a very rewarding experience for the entire family. When a family opens their home and hearts to children, it enriches the lives of family members as well as the children who are adopted. Texas law outlines a number of options for families who want to adopt. Regardless of the type of adoption chosen, …
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Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Divorce, Divorce For Dads™
There was a time when the presumptions about gender roles would lead to unbalanced outcomes in divorce cases, but men and women are now on equal footing in the eyes of the law in every US state. Either spouse can file for divorce according to the grounds recognized by Texas divorce laws, including a “no-fault” …
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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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