Legal Question in Family Law in Texas

We were married for 20 years. Our non-contested divorce was final on November 30, 2010. I did not have my own lawyer. Although we (i think) split finances 50/50, I did not get alimony. I worked as a school teacher all but 4 yrs of our marriage, which during those 4 years I stayed home to start our family and stay home with our young children. We both agreed that I could stop working in June of 2010. Then we divorced in November. Am I entitled to alimony and can I go back to court to get it?


Asked on 5/29/11, 2:24 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Keith Engelke Law Office of S. Keith Engelke

Since you were married for over ten years you could have obtained alimony in your divorce. In Texas, alimony only lasts for 3 years unless you or a child that you are caring for is disabled to the point that you cannot seek employment.

As to whether you can go back to court to get alimony, I suggest you consult an attorney to review your divorce with you and advise you on this point.

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Answered on 5/30/11, 8:01 am


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