If my ex-wife is in a informal marriage. am I still obligated to pay her spousal support if my decree states that support will end if she remarries?
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If my ex-wife is in a informal marriage. am I still obligated to pay her spousal support if my decree states that support will end if she remarries?
Asked on August 27, 2012 under Family Law, Texas
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M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
What exactly is an "informal marriage?" Do you meant hat she is holding herself out as married like in a common law marriage? If she fits the criteria for common law marriage then in Texas you may have a shot. You will need the court to declare the marriage a common law marriage and your spousal support terminated. You can not make that decision yourself. Good luck.
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