Legal Question in Family Law in Texas

My husband lives in South Africa and I live in the US. He wants a divorce and I am more than happy to comply with his wishes. He wants to file in South Africa. Will it be valid in the US? There are no propery or child custody issues, but I want to make sure any of the income I earn in the future or any life insurance policies are protected from him getting anything. How can I make sure he has actually completed the divorce in South Africa too? Thank you for the advice.

P.S. I currently live in Texas, but will be moving to Atlanta in 1 week.


Asked on 5/22/10, 6:28 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Mark Dunn Mark D. Dunn

Where were you married? Did the two of you ever live together in Texas? Did you ever live together in South Africa?

Depending on your jurisdictional facts, you're probably much better off getting a divorce in Texas.

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Answered on 5/25/10, 3:23 pm


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