Can my spouse possibly win every thing in the divorce settlement claiming Abandonment when in fact I am removing myself from a hostile environment?
The court will divide property and it does not matter if you file first. Consult an attorney.
The tax bills are in his name. He says that I don't own any part of the three lots in Benbrook, Texas because they show him as "owner". I told him that Texas is a community property State. He doesn't believe that I have a part of the ownership.
Texas is a community property state, but if you didn’t marry by marriage license, you will have to prove you are common law married.
You may qualify but it is an intensely fact dependent determination. Call me tomorrow at 817-338-4500 if you would like to meet with me me to analyze your... Read more »
I've been receiving threaten emails and non stop phone calls to my work
Request a TRO from the court in which you have filed the divorce.
I don't how to respond to it
Without more facts he may be entitled to such.
She served petition for divorce 2 weeks before the new owner moves in.what can the husband do?
There are too many other facts needed to answer your question. Is the house community property; e.g., was it purchased during the marriage with money owned equally by the spouses? Was the $33000 community property? Are you the husband, the person who paid toward the mortgage, or both? I suggest... Read more »
I did not receive anything. My spouse lied to the courts and told them that she did not know were I was are how to get in touch with me. When in fact She did have my number and address
Hire an attorney to discuss practical and legal remedies. If you have not lost any valuable property or rights concerning your children, if any then it may not be a practical avenue to fight it.
Where you bought wedding bands w o r e them for a year do we legally have to get a divorce
probably, but there is not a simple answer to this question. Texas courts consider many factors in determining whether you are married by common law. You would be wise to consult a family law attorney.
Child named Agent of elderly mother's Durable Power of Attorney in Texas. Father has been mentally & verbally abusive to mother for years & has been grossly negligent in his fiduciary duties of the family living trust. He has withdrawn substantial amounts from the trust & bank accounts for his own... Read more »
Contact Adult Protective Services if you believe there may be financial, mental or physical abuse. Her agent needs to safeguard her assets, i.e. separate bank account, etc.
You will need to contact lawyers individually and directly
I want to divorce him, we have not lived together since March and before that he left me for almost a year and got someone else Pregnant and slept with multiple women, he’s on probation because of the violence behavior that he displayed in front of my parents house he’s verbally abusive not... Read more »
Contact the State Bar of Texas for a referral to other agencies that may be able to assist you since you are on a limited income. Good luck.
The answer to that question depends on a lot that you question does not provide. But, in general you can have an uncontested agreed upon divorce granted in 60 days from the filing.
There are also two minor children involved
Consult with an attorney in the county in which your wife lives or an attorney where you live. Where you file will depend upon other factors regarding your residence requirements. Good luck.
I've been with my kids father for 11 years we are not legally married but to this day still live together. He recently got into a wreck with a commercial vehicle and had a major lawsuit. Now he is stating he no longer wants to be together and that I'm not in title to any of his lawsuit. He said we... Read more »
You could be entitled to a part of the settlement depending on what he was awarded the settlement for. For example if he was awarded the settlement based on lost wages then you would be entitled to a portion of that. Secondly, you may be considered married under Texas informal marriage law if you... Read more »
My wife and I have been separated for 2 years, throughout these two years I have never disregarded my responsibilities, I have paid for everything and some, she has access to all accounts. She has been communicating with a former old friend and has developed a relationship physically and mentally... Read more »
What you need to do is get an aggressive attorney to defend you in a divorce. Adultery is one of the factors that a court will consider in potentially giving you a disproportionate share of the community estate. Apparently she has become violent with you so that is definitely a factor that a... Read more »
Our small private ceremony in Texas with exchanged jewelry (anklet) & witnesses (not registered with state): 12/22/11.
Full cohabitation: 2/1/12.
Claimed common-law marriage on 2012 Texas taxes.
Wife finishing degree (no cohabitation during): 5/1/12 - 12/1/12 (Her primary... Read more »
I would say that you can claim that you have been married since the 2011 date when you formed your intention to be married in Texas and lived together as a married couple. To have a common law marriage in Texas you must satisfy the three following elements:
(1) Agree to be married... Read more »
What will go into the QDRO is a matter of negotiation.
Husband chose single life annuity monthly payments on his pension so he is currently receiving 100% pension payments. His pension will end at his death so wife will get nothing. Can wife claim part of his monthly pension payments when divorce is completed? Or can wife claim lump sum payment based... Read more »
The safest way to handle this may be to get a Qualified Domestic Relations Order as part of the divorce decree.
My husband has health issues but is not considered disabled. Is there a possibility I would have to pay spousal support if so what is the most amount of time? Is there a possibility I would have to pay him the rest of his life? This is the one thing keeping me from filing i'm worried I would have... Read more »
The presumption is that spousal support is not warranted. If your husband can prove by clear and convincing evidence that after the division of community property and the confirmation of any separate property that he still cannot meet his minimum reasonable needs than there is a possibility that... Read more »
his property is not marital property and is state of alabama.
If you’re residing in the state of Alabama then those laws more than likely apply. Consult with a divorce attorney near your residence for valid laws applicable.
I have two children and want to make sure they are protected but I need to get the ball rolling as soon as I can.
You could file it on you own. However, you sound like there is a serious need for attorney involvement because you state that your children need “protection”. 888-343-4529.
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