Know What’s Yours—And Keep It That Way
Texas is a community property state, which means most property acquired during marriage is jointly owned and subject to division during divorce. However, certain assets can remain your separate property—but only if you take the right steps to preserve and protect them.
At Denis Law Group, we help individuals and couples in Bexar County and surrounding counties—including Comal, Guadalupe, Kendall, Wilson, and Medina—understand their rights and protect their separate assets through custom legal planning, postnuptial agreements, and clear documentation.
What Qualifies as Separate Property in Texas?
Under Texas law, the following are typically considered separate property:
- Property owned before the marriage
- Gifts or inheritances received by one spouse during the marriage
- Personal injury settlements (excluding compensation for lost wages or medical bills)
- Property purchased with separate funds and not commingled
How to Protect Your Separate Property
- Prenuptial Agreement
A prenup allows both parties to agree on what will remain separate before marriage. It’s a powerful legal tool to avoid future disputes. - Postnuptial Agreement
If you’re already married, a postnup can clearly define or reaffirm what assets are to remain separate. It can also address debt responsibility, property division, and more. - Clear Documentation & Tracing
To claim property as separate, you must be able to trace its origin. Keep organized records such as bank statements, deeds, and account histories to prove that the asset was not acquired with community funds. - Avoid Commingling Funds
Using separate property to purchase or improve community property can unintentionally turn it into community property. Legal guidance helps ensure your separate assets remain protected.
Why This Matters in Divorce
In Texas, if you can’t prove an asset is separate, the court may presume it’s community property—and divide it accordingly. This can lead to costly and unfair outcomes. That’s why early planning and strong legal documentation are essential.
At Denis Law Group, we help you take proactive steps to:
- Safeguard family inheritances
- Protect business interests
- Prepare for second marriages or blended families
- Minimize financial disputes during divorce
Serving Families Across Central Texas
We proudly serve clients across San Antonio, Bexar County, and the surrounding counties, offering virtual and phone consultations for your convenience.
Protect What You’ve Worked Hard For
Whether you’re planning or need to clarify ownership of specific assets in your marriage, Denis Law Group is here to help you protect your future with personalized and enforceable legal agreements.
Schedule a confidential phone or virtual consultation today