Legal Question in Family Law in Texas

what does it mean when someone files a counter petition for divorse but they were never married?


Asked on 2/09/10, 1:02 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Fran Brochstein Attorney & Mediator

One party files for divorce. It starts with a document called a PETITION FOR DIVORCE.

Then the other party files a COUNTER-PETITION FOR DIVORCE. COUNTER PETITION can only be done if there is a PETITION already filed.

Therefore, your question does not make sense. The person is married! Sorry!

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Answered on 2/14/10, 10:04 pm


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