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Oh wow, that is a tough situation to be in. I can only imagine how heartbreaking it must be for your sister-in-law to discover this betrayal. Here are some steps she can consider taking:
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Seek Legal Advice: It’s important for her to consult with a lawyer who specializes in family law to understand her rights and options.
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Document Everything: Encourage her to keep records of any communication, financial transactions, and behavior that could be relevant to the divorce proceedings.
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Consider Counseling: Dealing with such a betrayal can take a toll on one’s mental health. Suggest seeking therapy or counseling to process her emotions.
- Reach Out for Support: Let her know that she is not alone in this. Encourage her to lean on family and friends for emotional support during this challenging time.
As for the next steps, as you mentioned she doesn’t know where they live, she could hire a private investigator maybe to locate her husband’s new address. This could help in initiating the divorce process and child support procedures. It’s important for her to prioritize her well-being and the well-being of her child during this difficult time. Sending her strength and support 💕.
Edit: This is in Texas. #TexasDivorceProcess
She needs to start talking to divorce attorneys obviously. She doesn’t need to know their address this to start the process today if she wants to.
Texas is a community property state. I wonder if she has any claim to that house (assuming he’s on the title) as a marital asset. Time to find a good lawyer and get to know the divorce and custody laws in Texas. Also, she needs to account for all assets and debts. Pull a credit report and find any documentation she can regarding shared property
Divorce attorney and insist on a forensic accountant to dig deep into his assets. I guarantee his affair partner isn’t the only thing he’s hiding.
She should get onto contact with the credit bureaus and put a freeze on her accounts.
She should look into a lawyer, many will give free consultation but won’t go into any particular details. If she doesn’t have any funds, she needs to call and call and ask any office if they offer pro bono work.
She can file for support if he isn’t in the home, find the address of the new home he purchased and send the information there.
Divorce attorney, PI and forensic accountant.
Looks like he owns 1/4 of a house.
She may be able to get part of that home in a divorce settlement along with other things. If they are still married, it should be joint property