Considering the emotional and personal nature of many Texas family law matters, there is a good chance that one or more parties will be dissatisfied with the court’s finding in a case. Fortunately, there are options to appeal to a judge’s decision in the same way that other civil and criminal matters can be reviewed …
Domestic violence rates tend to increase in times of uncertainty, and the coronavirus pandemic is no different. When domestic violence victims (both adult and children) are forced to shelter in place with their abusers, the violence escalates. Per the Houston Chronicle, reports of family assault in Houston increased 158% from February to March and that trend has continued as unemployment, school closures, and shelter-in-place mandates have forced Texans to remain in their homes.
At the Ramos Law Group, PLLC, our Sugar Land divorce lawyers understand how difficult, emotional, and stressful it can be to end a marriage. We know that one-size-fits-all legal representation simply does not work. Our entire practice is dedicated to divorce & family law, and we always take the time to get to know our clients’ cases and devise the most effective legal strategy for their unique situation. For a strictly confidential initial divorce consultation in Sugar Land, Texas, please contact us today.
Sadly, abusive marriages are not entirely uncommon. It happens to both men and women. If it happens to you, the best thing you can do is get out. Unfortunately, the divorce process may exacerbate this behavior from an abusive spouse, and things may only become more difficult in the short term. Identifying Abuse Even if …
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You or your partner has finally said the big words: “I want a divorce.” In Texas, the law provides a straightforward legal process for this to happen. But you’ll need a guide, an experienced attorney who can take you through the process successfully. At Ramos Law Group we specialize in divorce and will work hard …
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“Joint custody” in Houston, Texas is a very broad term. It doesn’t necessarily mean a 50 / 50 split of actual possession of the children. It is a form of child custody arrangement that addresses how certain rights and duties when it comes to raising their children are assigned as well as how time with …
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Sometimes you can make it work. And sometimes you can’t. Knowing when to get a divorce in Texas begins with some serious soul-searching. Oftentimes, people stay in a marriage long after they should. Maybe you still love your partner. Maybe you feel like they can change, and overcome their problems. Maybe you feel like a …
Divorce is a very stressful time, but it doesn’t have to be an obstacle course. The keys to a simple divorce in Texas are careful planning, sound legal representation, the resolve to stay calm, and the discipline to stick to your game plan. Divorce isn’t quick either, with the shortest path still requiring a two-month …
