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Having the right documents important when preparing for a divorce

On Behalf of | May 13, 2017 | Divorce |

A person has much to think about when considering finally ending their marriage. In this often stressful and emotion-filled time, it can be important for a person to not forget about document issues. Having the right documents can be critical when one is getting ready for a divorce.

Many documents could end up being important in a divorce. This includes a wide range of different financial records. It also can include non-financial documents, such as medical records. Making sure one has copies of relevant financial records and other important documents can be a key step for a person to take when their marriage is headed towards divorce.

Why is this so important? Well, having detailed documentation going into a divorce can help with:

  • Getting a full picture of the issues and specific facts and assets involved in one’s divorce. This can promote informed decision-making during the divorce process.
  • Having solid evidence to back up one’s arguments and approaches available to address various issues in the divorce.
  • Preventing or catching deceitful conduct by one’s spouse during the divorce. For example, a person having detailed financial documentation could help reduce the opportunities their spouse could have for hiding assets during a divorce.

Of course, to enjoy these sorts of benefits, simply having the right documents going into a divorce typically isn’t enough. Rather, careful analysis of such documents can be important to understanding their likely significance in the divorce and what they mean in regard to various issues which may arise in the divorce. Skilled Board-Certified Expert Family divorce attorneys, in addition to being able to provide guidance on the collection of important documents in a divorce, can also analyze such documents and other important evidence related to the divorce for a divorcing individual.

Source: CheatSheet, “Headed for Divorce? 11 Pro Tips You Need to Follow,” Julie Peirano, April 24, 2017

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