Legal Question in Family Law in Texas
Gift
I received a gift from my parents. I'm separated but not divorced. I'm told that in Texas,this is part of community property. When I go to court,should I say is a gift or an advance to inheritance? It is a down payment for a house of $30,000. Thanks for your help.
Asked on 10/05/06, 10:10 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
TC Langford
Langford Law Office
Re: Gift
A gift is separate property -- and there is no such thing as an advance of inheritance. Inheritance does not exist until a person dies. Does your lawyer know you did this? If you were my client I would tell you to give it back until after the divorce. You may end up spending your gift on attorney fees to protect the gift.
Answered on 10/05/06, 10:20 am
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