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 | 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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