Legal Question in Family Law in Texas

Divorce

I have been married for a little more than three months. The following items were purchased by me with only my money before the marriage. Would she be entitled to any of it?

House - only in my name

House improvements ($20-30K)

Every new piece of furniture

Almost anything new in the house except for some small stuff


Asked on 2/12/09, 1:20 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Robert Matlock Robert J. Matlock, P.C.

Re: Divorce

If you can trace the funds for the purchases back to money you had prior to the marriage, the items purchased will be considered separate property. The court can not divide separate property or award it to the other spouse.

The tracing rules are a bit complicated so I suggest you hire a lawyer to help you.

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Answered on 2/12/09, 1:24 pm
Edgardo Baez The Baez Law Firm, P.C.

Re: Divorce

Before the marriage in preparation for the marriage? How long before the marriage.

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Answered on 2/12/09, 2:17 pm


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