Fairview Family Law Lawyers

Attorneys for Parents and Children in Collin County, TX

Any time a family is in court for a divorce or child custody case, everyone involved is going to see their life change. This change can be a very positive thing for both parents and children. Seeing each parent separately is often better for children than living in situations where their parents are constantly in conflict and unhappy. Living in a home with unhappily married parents can be more stressful than moving back and forth between two households. For adults, although divorce can be stressful, it is generally less stressful than remaining in a marriage that is no longer working.

The Ramage Law Group has many years of experience guiding families through the family law court system in Texas. Our skilled lawyers have worked through all types of divorces and child custody cases, from the most contentious and complicated situations to those involving amicable partings. No matter the circumstances of your divorce, child custody case, or paternity suit, we can provide excellent legal help throughout the entire process.

How Are Child Custody Cases Decided in Texas?

First, it is important to know that parents—married or unmarried—have the option of creating their own plan for co-parenting outside of court. Since the two of you know yourselves and your child best, using collaborative law to develop a personalized child custody plan may produce the best results. However, if you find that negotiation or mediation is not for you, it is good to become familiar with the factors Texas courts use to determine what custody arrangements are in the child’s best interest.

Relevant factors include:

Your child’s desires
Your child’s physical and emotional needs
Each parent’s ability to meet those needs
The relative stability of each parent’s household
Whether one parent may pose a risk of harm to the child
Programs available to help the parent and child
Plans each parent has made for the child
Anything suggesting an improper parent-child relationship

Joint custody is nearly always the result when the court is left to decide.

Legal Help With Other Divorce Issues

Although child custody is often a parent’s biggest concern in a divorce, there are plenty of other issues that must also be decided before your divorce can be finalized. These issues include:

Dividing marital assets – In Texas, you and your spouse are the equal owners of all your marital (community) property. This usually means that everything from your retirement accounts to your interest in the marital home will be divided down the middle unless you agree to a certain division out of court.
Spousal maintenance – If one of you was the other’s financial dependent, alimony may be awarded to ensure that the dependent spouse can keep meeting their basic needs after the divorce.

Mediation is the more common way to resolve these issues, but our attorneys are experienced in the courtroom as well if you must litigate.

Paternity and Fathers' Rights

Fathers and mothers have the right to be treated equally during child custody proceedings. Fathers’ rights have come a long way in the last 50 years. Courts no longer consider the gender of the parent when determining what type of custody and visitation schedule is best for the child.

If you suspect that you are a father but are not on your child’s birth certificate already, we can help you initiate paternity proceedings. Often, simply filing a paternity case will prompt the mother to admit that you are the father so that you can be made your child’s official legal parent. Otherwise, we can generally force a DNA test to prove that you are your child’s dad.

Contact a Fairview Family Law Attorney

The Ramage Law Group is committed to serving parents and children who are involved in cases in family court. Our experienced Collin County family law attorneys can help with divorce, child custody, and more. Contact us at 972-562-9890 to set up a consultation.

What Our Clients Say

Hear from families who trusted us with their Family Law matter.

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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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   Roshunda Howland 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Thomas with Ramage Law Group is absolutely phenomenal. He was always available to assist, answer questions that he could answer, and listened- he didn’t interrupt, he wasn’t rude, he just listened. As a mom of a child with disabilities who desperately needed assistance, it meant a lot. Dr. Brinkman even took the time out to talk to me. Although I did not receive services due to services were no longer needed, this is going to be the first place I call if I ever need services. Thank you, Ramage Law Group.
  
 
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   Brad Stephens 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I want to recommend The Ramage Law Group To everyone who is in need of a superior Group of folks who has best rating there is. Whose success rates are very high. Who cares about you as a client. Who listen and acts immediately too stay 4 steps ahead of the opposition. Who has the years of expertise. They are Peristent, compassionate,  & Strategic. May God Continue to bless this firm. My experience was extraordinary!
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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 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Knowledgeable, clear in their communication, and friendly. Couldn't ask for more.
  
 
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   Alexandra McShurley 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Although I did not sign the contract and chose a different lawyer, I can say that the Ramage law group is very responsive and dedicated to help solve your legal challenges.
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.