Legal Question in Family Law in Texas
retirement
If a couple is married 23 years then gets a divorce and they both remarry then he dies does the first wife recieve any of his retirement benefits?
Asked on 11/03/06, 5:14 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
Fran Brochstein
Attorney & Mediator
Re: retirement
She might qualify for a portion of his social security since they were married over 10 years.
Answered on 11/03/06, 7:42 pm
James Grissom
Law Office of James P. Grissom
Re: retirement
I'm not sure what retirement benefits he would have if he dies, but the divorce decree must state what the first wife would receive.
Answered on 11/03/06, 5:20 pm