Can I get a portion of my spouses pension after 38 years if we divorce in Texas

[rbell]

What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? texas

 

[HighwayMan]

38 years of what? Marriage? Or did you get divorced 38 years ago?

You really need to provide some more information.

 

[Just Blue]

38 years of what? Marriage? Or did you get divorced 38 years ago?

You really need to provide some more information.

Seems, per the thread header, that it is 38 years of marriage.

 

[HighwayMan]

I agree, but these days with the posters we get here I'd rather not assume anything!

 

[Just Blue]

I agree, but these days with the posters we get here I'd rather not assume anything!

Sadly you are correct.

 

[latigo]

What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? texas

You would be entitled to one-half of any retirement benefits accumulated while you and your husband were intermarried (consensual or ceremonial) and residing in Texas.