Legal Question in Family Law in Texas

My name is Denise.I am currently seperated from my husband of 7 years.He left and moved in with his parents.He has been physically and verbally abusive and i have filed for a protective order.My question is the home my son and I are living in Is in my in laws and husbands name...I have a legal residence here for 7 years..What would be the process they would have to take to make me leave the house? I am unemployed and am unable to afford to move with our 4 year old son.


Asked on 7/08/10, 11:57 am

1 Answer from Attorneys

Mark Dunn Mark D. Dunn

If it's owned jointly by your husband and his folks, a court would probably let you stay there (you'll want to ask for temporary orders when you file for divorce). When the divorce is over, it could be a different matter, especially if the court awards the house to him.

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Answered on 7/08/10, 4:29 pm


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