Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Divorce
You’ve kept the peace in your marriage for longer than you thought possible. Whispered arguments behind closed doors. Shed quiet tears in parked cars. Spent weeks pretending for the kids. Now the question won’t stop nagging at you: Is there a way to end this marriage without destroying every aspect of your life in …
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Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Adoption, LGBT
There’s a quiet kind of courage that lives in the decision to start a family. However, for many LGBTQ+ couples in Texas, that decision comes with a legal question wrapped in uncertainty: Can same sex couples adopt here? Same sex adoption is legal in Texas, but the road can be steeper and narrower than it …
Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Child Custody
The internet is a never-ending-fountain of advice, friends are offering personal anecdotes, and the weight of your child’s future rests squarely on your shoulders. Amidst this whirlwind of information surrounding your Texas child custody situation, one crucial question likely echoes in your mind: Do I actually need a lawyer for child custody disputes? Before you …
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Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Divorce
You didn’t get married thinking about courtrooms and custody orders. But here you are, Googling Texas divorce laws at 2:00 a.m., wondering what hoops the state wants you to jump through before you can walk away for good. So let’s get to the point. Do you have to be separated before divorce in Texas? No. …
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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 | Family Law
A pregnancy can bring joy, fear, hope, and uncertainty. But for expectant fathers in Texas who desire to be involved from the very beginning, one question often looms large: Does a father-to-be have rights to an unborn child? You’re not alone if you’re unsure where you stand legally or what steps you can take to …
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Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Child Custody
How long does a father have to establish paternity in Texas? It’s a question that often arrives too late—after the baby is born, after the breakup, after rights have started to slip through your fingers. But the answer is clear: Under Texas law, a father typically has four years from the child’s birth to challenge …
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Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Divorce
The divorce is final, but the story doesn’t feel complete. With a sense of urgency, you might ask yourself: Can you annul a divorce in Texas? The concept of hitting the reset button is understandable, particularly if you believe the divorce was based on error or if circumstances have dramatically changed. While a direct “annulment” …
Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Divorce
Hiring the right divorce lawyer can mean the difference between feeling like you have dedicated, knowledgeable support to guide you and feeling ignored, confused, or worse, all while navigating a complicated legal system. To evaluate your options, you may wonder what questions to ask a divorce attorney before hiring one. Preparing your own list …
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Posted by Mary E. Ramos | Divorce
Divorce is often one of the most challenging times in a person’s life, both emotionally and financially. If you are thinking about hiring a divorce lawyer, you may be wondering what the process will look like, how long it will take, how much it might cost, and how to select the right lawyer—one with the …
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