Hurst, TX asked in Divorce and Civil Litigation for Texas

Q: My ex-husband sold a car during our divorce that he was given by my stepfather. What should I do?

The title of the car was formalized in his name during our marriage. He sold the car during divorce proceedings. I have not received half of the sale. Am I entitled to half of the amount it was sold for?

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2 Lawyer Answers
John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
Answered
  • Frisco, TX
  • Licensed in Texas

A: No you are not entitled to half of the proceeds.

However, in making a just and right division of your community estate, your divorce court may consider the sale proceeds, and how such proceeds have been used by your husband.

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
Answered
  • Frisco, TX
  • Licensed in Texas

A: Because the car was a gift from your stepfather to your husband, the care was your husband’s separate property and not part of your community estate.

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