Military pensions are very important to families and are one of the major benefits of military service. However, what happens to the military pension when there is a divorce?
One of the issues in a military divorce involves the “10-Year Rule.” The 10-Year Rule means the military’s finance department will not recognize a spouse married less than 10 years, so only the military spouse would be the recipient of any pension distributions. That does not mean the civilian spouse is not entitled to or cannot be awarded some or all of a military pension.
Based in Wichita Falls, attorney Milissa Barrick provides men and women with experienced representation in a military divorce, including dealing with issues regarding military pensions and the distribution of property. She represents military personnel and civilians in military divorces throughout north Texas, including in divorces with personnel stationed at Sheppard Air Force Base, Fort Worth Naval Air Station (NAS JRB Fort Worth) and Air Force Plant 4 (formally Carswell AFB).
At our law firm, you always come first. Ms. Barrick believes in attempting to resolve issues in a civil manner and providing you with the most cost-efficient method of resolving marital disputes, including those involving military pensions. She will ensure that you have accurate information and sound advice so you can make informed decisions. She will provide you with aggressive representation when needed.
First and foremost, you need to understand survivor benefit plans. Ms. Barrick can help you understand your survivor benefit plan and how it is affected in a divorce, as well as your options. She can also help you negotiate who will pay survivor benefits.
Military divorces can be complex, especially when involving issues concerning military pensions and survivor benefit plans. You should seek out an experienced attorney for guidance and representation in a military divorce.
Our Texas law firm offers an initial consultation at no cost to provide you with the opportunity to learn how attorney Milissa Barrick can make a difference in the outcome of your military divorce involving military pensions and survivor benefit plans. Call our Wichita Falls office at (940) 723-9300, or you may fill out our intake form on the right and we will contact you. Legal help is only a click away.
We serve Wichita County and the local communities of Wichita Falls, Burkburnett, Graham, Iowa Park, Archer City, Vernon, Henrietta, and Electra. In addition our law firm represents Texas residents serving in the military, no matter if you are at home, or abroad please contact a Wichita Falls Family Law Attorney.
Law Offices of Milissa C. Barrick, P.C.
First Texas Building
901 Indiana Ave. Suite 200
Wichita Falls, TX 76301
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