What to do if I’m filing for my divorce myself and need except information on how to file for a pendente lite hearing to get spousal support before the divorce is final?
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What to do if I’m filing for my divorce myself and need except information on how to file for a pendente lite hearing to get spousal support before the divorce is final?
What forms do I need and where can I get them?
Asked on August 19, 2015 under Family Law, Texas
Answers:
B.H.F., Member, Texas State Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 8 years ago | Contributor
You need to file a motion for temporary orders and in that motion request that you be awarded spousal support and child support (if applicable). Many of the forms online have a check box for temporary orders-- that's the box you would check.
Texas doesn't use the term "pendente lite"-- the appropriate term is "temporary orders" which may be why you haven't found any online information regarding how to obtain it.
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