I'm getting married in Texas next year, I do have some documents from Puerto Rico signed & stamped about the divorce back from home & they said that's all I needed. But I want to make sure that's all I need or is there more to do?
And I couldn’t make a reply to that divorce to her attorney office and I have 30 days to reply to the divorce notice? And she published in her newspaper 3 different newspapers in her state with the wrong address and zip code of my and she got divorce and same day she got her divorce decree... View More 
answered on Sep 30, 2023
If a court signed a divorce decree, your divorce is “real” and you have a limited time to file a motion for new trial, an appeal, a restricted appeal, or a bill of review. These can be legally technical and costly remedies and you need the services of a competent and experienced appellate... View More
Want to know if I can claim for his retirement benefits after the divorce?
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answered on Sep 22, 2023
In Texas, retirement benefits can be considered community property and may be subject to division between spouses during a divorce. However, the specifics of how these assets were allocated would typically be laid out in your divorce decree or separation agreement. If your divorce decree from 1994... View More
We currently have a divorce petition filed in Texas and a draft decree proposed. Both of us agree of the draft, however both of our lawyers are dragging the process out ( we believe for monetary gain) and we are wondering if we can file the DIY paperwork ourselves and if we have to wait another 60... View More
answered on Sep 20, 2023
Unless you have no children and no assets of any real value, it is never advisable to do a DIY divorce unless you have substantial legal experience in family law cases (for example, if you were a paralegal in a family law practice).
A typical agreed divorce can be completed for under... View More
My sister married me and my now ex 3 years ago, we did not have a ceremony and there were no witnesses. My ex and I have been separated for a year and I was wondering if a divorce was necessary if the legality is questionable?
answered on Sep 15, 2023
Yes, you would need to get a divorce. The lack of ordination of the officiant is not one of the reasons that renders a marriage void under Texas law.
LLC was formed with SOS a couple weeks before marriage, but capital investment ($1000) was made after wedding, with community funds. How would the LLC interest be classified in Texas family law?
answered on Sep 13, 2023
Although I doubt there is any caselaw on this precise question, my initial impression is that under the doctrine of inception of title, the LLC will most likely be characterized as separate property.
But an argument can be made it is community property if community funds were used as the... View More
Still paying on it
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answered on Sep 12, 2023
In Texas, the division of property in a divorce is governed by community property laws. Texas is a community property state, which means that generally, property acquired during the marriage is considered community property and is subject to division between the spouses in a divorce.... View More
answered on Sep 10, 2023
Either spouse has the legal right to file a petition for divorce with or without the consent of the other. Many Texas attorneys practice in the area of family law and have the knowledge and experience to competently handle divorce cases. You should hire one in or near the county where you reside.
which would be easier to get accomplished by the end of the year or at least as soon as possible. Amicable want as easy as possible.
Divorced 13 years. Special Warranty Deed and Deed to secure Assumption for the joint mortgage, ex-wife has the home. She remarried, husband lives in the home she lives in another city. I considered to refinance the mortgage solely in my name, pay her cash on top of that for them to relinquish... View More
I’ve known about small things here and there, but I recently realized that she has stolen thousands of dollars of stuff from work. Some of those items are drugs that she doesn’t have a prescription for, including some controlled substances. I have wanted to report her, but her and her family... View More
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answered on Sep 6, 2023
You should consult with an attorney more specifically about the situation in the area where you live.
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answered on Sep 1, 2023
In Texas, the division of assets during a divorce is generally guided by community property laws. Community property laws dictate that most property acquired during the marriage is considered community property and is subject to equitable distribution between the spouses upon divorce.... View More
I told my ex-wife (she is primary custodial parent) that she did not have my permission to schedule extra-curricular activities for my son during my custody time (I have every Thursday and every other weekend), she schedule my son for karate every Monday and Thursday and is harassing me to take him... View More
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answered on Sep 1, 2023
Your ex wife does not have to have your permission unless that is spelled out specifically in the order. At the same time, you do not have to take him unless again that is specifically spelled out in the order. I would suggest a compromise especially if it is something important to your son and... View More
I asked to pick up the divorce pw from the server but instead was served at work almost a week later. She asked my first name and said "you've been served." I then was served at my house by a deputy the next week. Her paperwork was an incomplete petition for divorce without the court... View More
answered on Aug 30, 2023
Private process servers must complete an approved 7-hour course, submit an application, pay a fee, and pass a criminal background check.
In Texas, my spouse and I have agreed to have as amicable a divorce as possible. I'm just beginning to fill out the paperwork and I'm now curious as to whether I need to declare a property I own in my home country of Turkey which, despite being bought during the marriage, was purchased... View More
answered on Aug 27, 2023
As part of the marital estate, you will want to ensure that your divorce decree confirms it as your separate property to avoid future problems.
inherit the property when she passed away so she made me a beneficiary of her life insurance policy and she told me to pay off the home with what money that was left over and set up a trust that transferred the home in my name when she passes away. My mother passed away after I got married. Will... View More
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answered on Aug 24, 2023
In Texas inherited property is separate property. If the property is in Oklahoma where did your mother pass away because that could change things if the laws in that state are different. The separate nature of the property can also be affected if it was comingled with community property. I could... View More
I bought half an acre while married to an ex and in a relationship with my new girl.
i then divorced my ex 3 yrs later.the lot is only under my name.while being in a the relationship with my new girl i started building a house with only my money and money my dad gave to me.10 yrs later we... View More
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answered on Aug 23, 2023
This question is not specific enough for a yes or no answer but I would offer that you could not have been married to the girlfriend while still married to the ex wife. (I would be interested to know if you received the property in your divorce from her?) So even if a court found common law... View More
My wife filed but I still haven't been served for some reason. Just not sure when the the time line
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answered on Aug 21, 2023
In Texas, the 60-day waiting period typically begins on the date when the original divorce petition is filed with the court, regardless of when you are personally served with the divorce papers. Therefore, if your wife filed for divorce on August 2nd, the 60-day waiting period would generally... View More
there is no children in common. any way I can speed the process and no press changes?
answered on Aug 21, 2023
There are very few exceptions to the mandatory 60-day waiting period and your question does not mention any facts likely to support such a waiver.
The most effective way to expedite the process is to make sure a competent experienced attorney prepares an agreed decree of divorce and for... View More
Protective order and gps monitor to prevent him from coming to his house. He said he filed for divorce but I have not been served. I'm looking for affordable legal help as I haven't worked in 3 years and finally start a job tomorrow.
answered on Aug 28, 2023
I am not sure of you exact question, but call the local Bar Association if you need legal representation and cannot it. Good luck.
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