Denton County Fathers' Rights Lawyers

Divorce and Child Custody Attorneys for Dads Throughout Texas

If you are a father, you have the right to be treated equally under the law. There is no longer any legal presumption that mothers are – or should be – the primary caregivers of their children. In fact, recent research has done nothing but affirm the importance of fatherhood. Yet, if you are getting divorced from your child’s mother or fighting for child custody as an unmarried father, you may be very concerned about being treated unfairly. Your fears may not be entirely unreasonable. Although the law has evolved to give fathers greater protection, statistically, mothers are slightly more likely to get primary custody.

The Ramage Law Group aims to change that. Our dedicated team of Denton County, TX, fathers’ rights attorneys aim to level the legal playing field to give fathers an equal opportunity to spend time with and make decisions for their children. We strive to ensure that every legal right is asserted on behalf of the dads we represent. You should not get less time with your child or less decision-making responsibility because of your gender. Our lawyers believe in the importance of fathers and will do all we can to keep you as present and involved as possible in your childrens’ lives.

How Denton County Fathers' Rights Attorneys Can Help Unmarried Dads

Whether you were married to the mother or not is largely irrelevant when it comes to deciding on child custody arrangements. However, if you were not married, you may need to take a few extra steps to make sure the state knows you are your child’s dad. If the mother is not willing to sign a Voluntary Acknowledgement of Paternity, we can file a court case and help you prove that you are a father. A compulsory DNA test might be ordered if the mother resists.

Once you are established as the father, we can help you assert the rest of your parental rights. We can work to help you get shared – often equal – custody time, and even child support if you are awarded primary custody.

Getting Divorced as a Father of Minor Children

Our Denton County divorce lawyers for dads often recommend going for an uncontested divorce if possible when children are involved. Divorce litigation can expose children to conflict between the parents, while going to mediation can show children that their parents are willing to put aside their differences and work together for the good of the child. Mediation, or sometimes negotiation between your attorneys, can help you agree on a plan for co-parenting after the divorce. Parents can often come up with more creative solutions than a court could.

However, our lawyers are always prepared to take the fight to the courtroom if your child’s mother is unwilling to treat you fairly in your divorce. Many mothers expect to automatically gain primary custody and assume that the father will “visit” the children on occasion. Going to court may be necessary if resolving your divorce by mutual agreement would mean sacrificing valuable parenting time.

Two Types of Child Custody in Texas

Child custody is broken down into two components – legal custody and physical custody. Physical custody is the time you spend together with your child. Legal custody is the right to make decisions about your child’s upbringing and care. Legal custody includes the right to sign medical consent forms for your child, the right to decide whether to provide religious instruction, and the right to decide how to educate your child.

Contact a Denton County, TX, Fathers' Rights Attorney

The Ramage Law Group is committed to protecting children by making sure they can enjoy a loving relationship with their fathers. Our skilled team of Denton County fathers’ rights lawyers will do all we can to maximize the time you can share with your child going forward. Contact us at 972-562-9890 to arrange your initial consultation.

What Our Clients Say

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   Tania Ramon 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Words cannot truly express the gratitude I have for Claudia Brice and the Ramage Law Group. They stood by me through a year long custody battle that was one of the hardest seasons of my life. When my son’s dad tried to take away the most important person in my world just to avoid child support, I knew I needed someone strong, relentless, and compassionate and that’s exactly what I found.  I had the privilege of working closely with Claudia Brice, Jackie Bell, and Caitlyn Politz, and every single one of them went above and beyond. They were organized, responsive, and immediately took action to protect my son and me. They made me feel cared for not just as a client but as a person.

Claudia is more than just an attorney she is a SUPERWOMAN in law and a true fighter with the heart of a protector. She is humble, kind, and understanding, yet fierce in the courtroom. She made sure I understood my rights and options every step of the way and even in the middle of all the stress and heartache, her funny sense of humor made me laugh when I thought I couldn’t anymore. Sitting beside her in court, I felt a peace and confidence I never thought I’d feel during such a painful time, because I knew she was fighting as if it were her own family on the line.

I will forever recommend Claudia Brice and the Ramage Law Group to anyone facing a family battle. Claudia, thank you from the bottom of my heart! ❤️
  
 
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   tatiana mwamba 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I would like to express my deepest gratitude to Ms. Thomas, Attorney at Law, and the entire Ramage team ,for their outstanding representation of my daughter’s interests. Their professionalism, expertise, and dedication were instrumental in the successful resolution of our case.
From our very first meeting, I was impressed by their attentive listening and thoughtful understanding of the complex issues involved. Their wise counsel brought me peace of mind throughout the process, and their ongoing support and availability made a difficult time much easier.
Thank you again for everything. I would not hesitate to recommend your services to anyone seeking high-quality legal assistance.
  
 
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   Amanda Rose 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I needed an attorney for Family Court a high conflict custody case. Kaitlyn Thomas was great to work with for my meetings and mediation. Time is of the essence when dealing with young children and their futures and my advice is to act quickly. In every way, Kaitlyn was knowledgeable and quick to handling all my needs and would highly recommend her and the Ramage Law Group.
  
 
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   Gav 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Thomas Fine was candid, empathetic and knowledgeable. I appreciate his help and the Rammage Law Group as a whole as everyone I spoke with was there to listen and assist.
  
 
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   James R. Newman 
 
 
 
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   Alexandra McShurley 
 
 
 
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Noteworthy is Crystal the Client intake coordinator, who is very polite, responsive and supportive. This is a team who I believe would have your back from start to finish and make sure you are informed of every document, response, hearing, option or challenge especially in a timely manner and make sure that they are advocating and fighting for your rights every step of they way.
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   natalee cunningham 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. It was such a pleasure with speaking with Amy in regards to my legal matter. She was very clear, knowledgeable, and helped put me at ease. I will definitely be working with her and the firm again in the future, if needed.