Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Adoption
Adoption is a process by which a child is adopted and rights of one or both parents is terminated. Please refer to our blog post The Legal Challenges of Adoption for more information about adoption. Termination is a necessary component to the Texas adoption process. The following individuals have standing to bring an adoption or …
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Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Adoption
Adoption is one of the more delightful parts of Family Law. It is a beautiful process whereby a child is formally and officially made part of another loving family. For adoption to occur according to Texas adoption laws, at least one of the parents (such as in a step-parent adoption) or both must terminate their …
Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Child Custody, Parental Alienation Syndrome
Navigating the complex landscape of family law, particularly when it comes to defending fatherhood against termination of parental rights in Texas, can be a daunting task. This process, which legally ends the official parent-child relationship, is not to be confused with the awarding of sole custody. It's a serious matter with severe and often irreversible consequences. As a father, understanding the termination process is imperative. Grounds for termination can range from voluntary abandonment of the child to failing to support the child for a specific period. The stakes are high, and the challenges many. At Ramos Law Group, we believe in the invaluable bond between a father and child. We understand the importance of your role as a father and are committed to helping you navigate these nuanced challenges. Our latest blog post delves into this topic, providing crucial insights and guidance. Remember, you don't have to face this battle alone. Choose a firm that chooses you.
Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Divorce, Hiring a Divorce Lawyer, News, Uncontested Divorce
After working in family law for the past 14 years from an intern in a local family law court to running my own practice, I have decided to expand our Agreed reduced retainer Family law Services. The services we include: Agreed Divorce Agreed Motion to Modify Agreed Child Name Change Agreed Suit Affecting P/C Relationship …
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Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Billing, Consultations, General, Hiring a Divorce Lawyer
As an attorney, I often hear clients ask, “What is a retainer?” Potential clients and existing clients of attorneys are often times misinformed when it comes to understanding what a legal retainer is and how it is used throughout the entirety of their legal case. A retainer is the fee that the client pays when …
Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Divorce
Divorce for dads™ can be a scary situation given the potential unknown and inexperience with the care of children. Life will change for the parents, as well as for the children. Some divorced fathers are overwhelmed just trying to schedule activities and keeping the kids entertained. Divorce for dads™ can create a tight budget as …
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Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Child Custody
It’s always best when families work out a holiday visitation schedule that works best for them. Any time two parents can not otherwise come to an agreement, the holiday visitation schedule in the Standard Possession Order of Texas takes effect. On Even-numbered Years: The possessory conservator gets the kids for kids for Christmas The managing …
Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Divorce
Mary E. Ramos is a Board Certified Houston Divorce Lawyer and Family Law Attorney Houston, TX- Oct 2nd, 2017: Ramos Law Group, PLLC, an award-winning family law firm, is pleased to announce the launch of their new and improved website. The Houston-based firm, founded by Board Certified Family Law Attorney Mary E. Ramos, has long …
Posted by Mary E. Ramos | News
It’s been almost one month to the day that Hurricane Harvey wrecked havoc on the city of Houston and surrounding towns. At the time, no one quite knew what to expect and what the days and months to come would hold. From the first moments, after the storm hit to the moment the rain stopped, …
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Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Divorce
The difference between a divorce and an annulment in Texas family law lies in the validity of the marriage. A divorce, puts a legal end to a valid marriage. An annulment, legally invalidates a marriage. It treats the marriage as if it never existed, but the petitioner (the person bringing the suit), must be able …
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