Edna, TX Divorce Law Firms & Lawyers

You have the right to hire another lawyer if you believe your attorney is not moving the case along. It would be wise to press your current lawyer for help rather than incur the expenses of change lawyers when you are close to completion of the divorce.

If you purchased the car during your marriage, it is most likely community property regardless of being registered solely in your name.  Reporting it stolen probably will not be an effective way to get it returned.You should ask your divorce attorney to request temporary orders in your divorce proceeding awarding you the exclusive use and possession of the car during the pendency of the case.  If he refuses to return it then, your attorney can file a motion for contempt against your husband.  That is likely to be a far more effective way to get it returned.  Once you have been awarded the exclusive use and possession of the car by the divorce court, law enforcement may be willing to help you because his refusal to return it could be prosecuted as theft.  In my experience, police won't necessarily bring charges, but will stand there with you while you take the keys and drive away to keep the peace between you and your husband.

Slim and none. You might get off with paying a small amount but most likely you are going to have to pay him something. Next time think twice about putting someone on the deed, especially if they are not on the mortgage too.