Can I sue for alimony 2 yrs after divorce in tx?
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Can I sue for alimony 2 yrs after divorce in tx?
TX? Was married for 33 yrs with no clue
about divorce proceedings. I didnt know
I needed a lawyer to get alimony.I live
in poverty. I cant afford to move out of
his family house which is falling
apart.I have a disability that keeps me
from working other than watching my
grandchildren. Is there anything I can
do?
Asked on July 27, 2019 under Family Law, Texas
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 4 years ago | Contributor
No, once you are divorced and the marriage has already been disolved or terminated, you can not sue later for alimony: under several legal doctrines, such as the "entire controversy" doctrine, you have to bring up all issues (i.e. including alimony) connected to a single set of facts (i.e. your marriage) in a single legal case (i.e. your divorce case). If you failu to do so, you are barred from later bringing up those issues. Not understanding divorce proceedings earlier is irrelevant; you could have consulted with or retained an attorney.
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