Legal Question in Family Law in Texas

My rights as a divorcee?

she inherited lots of money from a lotto winner and kept it all away from me,then decided for a divorce.how can i hold her accountable for these bills.our divorce was final Nov.2007She still using my name on credit cards.


Asked on 12/15/08, 6:18 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Fran Brochstein Attorney & Mediator

Re: My rights as a divorcee?

Inheritance is considered her separate property in Texas. Therefore, you have no right to any of that money.

If she is using credit cards in YOUR name, contact each company. You should be able to close the accounts.

My recommendation is to contact an attorney in your area. You need to sit down with someone that can discuss your problems in greater depth than we can do on this website.

You will need a certified copy of your divorce decree when you meet with the attorney.

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Answered on 12/16/08, 2:02 pm


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