Separate Property

In Texas, the difference between community property and separate property could significantly impact the division of property. Separate property is anything owned or claimed by a spouse prior to marriage, property acquired by a spouse during the marriage by gift, devise, or descent, or the recovery for personal injuries sustained by a spouse during a marriage, except for recovery for loss of earning capacity during a marriage. This definition comes directly from Texas Family Code section 3.001.

 

Separate property is unique to only a few states and it is crucial to hire an attorney experienced and knowledgeable in handling separate property claims. I'm adept at recognizing, identifying, and working with separate property. Having the right attorney, like me, could be the difference between tens of thousands and hundreds of thousands of dollars in property division. Make sure you take the Smarter Path to address your separate property issues and protect your assets.