One of the more contentious aspects of any divorce proceeding is the division of property and assets.
Legally, both spouses are supposed to fully disclose any and all assets they have. But sometimes, a spouse may attempt to hide assets from the court, potentially skewing the property division unfairly in his or her favor.
How can you make sure your ex isn’t hiding assets from you? Here are a few pointers to consider:
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In a divorce case, the use of discovery tools can be crucial to a fair outcome, especially if your ex is being shady. If you believe the other party is potentially concealing assets in your divorce proceedings, an experienced divorce attorney can help ensure that you get your fair share of any marital property.
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- The FindLaw Guide to Divorce and Property Division (FindLaw)
- Uncontested Divorce Basics: 5 Things to Consider (FindLaw’s Law and Daily Life)
- 3 Ways to Protect Business Assets in Divorce (FindLaw’s Free Enterprise)
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