Legal Question in Family Law in Washington

leagal divorce while pregnant

Is it legal in the state of Texas for a married couple to get divorced while the wife is pregnant? I have heard that it is not - I guess the logic is that the husband cannot abandon her during pregnancy.

Thanks!


Asked on 10/04/02, 12:01 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Bob Leonard Bob Leonard Law Group, PLLC

Re: leagal divorce while pregnant

Sure it happens. I have a client who did so. In that case, the wife was pregnant by another man and the judge ensured that the husband was not responsible.

Although it is legal, it is not always advisable. If the husband might not be the biological father, then he would want to wait to have a determination of paternity, otherwise he could be paying child support for 18 years.

You should discuss this with an attorney who can learn all of the facts before advising you.

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Answered on 10/04/02, 1:14 pm


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