Los Angeles Hidden Assets Lawyer

Discovering hidden assets during a divorce can be challenging. The Dorie A. Rogers, APC, brings decades of experience helping clients uncover the truth about their spouse’s properties and assets. Few people know your spouse and living arrangements better than you.

If you suspect that your spouse is hiding something from the courts, we take those accusations very seriously and will do the work needed to find out if those acts of subversion are true.

Whether that requires reviewing documents in your possession or working with an outside investigator, we can handle the steps needed to get to the bottom of the matter so your divorce can be based on an accurate assessment of the marital estate.

During a marriage, you may have sensed or known that you were kept away from handling important financial matters. Maybe you did not have access to the bank account or were never conferred with about financial matters. These are just some of the signs that your spouse could be hiding assets during a divorce.

If you begin receiving mail from new banks, that could be a sign that your spouse opened a new account without your knowledge. Another possible sign would be the abrupt halt of bank statements mailed to your home. This could suggest that your spouse has removed you from the accounts or changed your mailing address so that you no longer receive bank statements.

Some spouses will overpay taxes or credit card bills so that they receive refunds after the divorce. They could also conceal assets by purchasing new properties or cryptocurrency. If your spouse becomes defensive when you ask about these matters, take that as a sign that you should consider bringing up these topics with your attorney.

Hiding assets during a divorce in Los Angeles is a serious violation of disclosure rules. The courts can enforce penalties if one party is found to be hiding assets. If you suspect that your spouse is hiding property or assets, the first thing you should do is tell your attorney.

Your attorney can look into the matter. Forensic accountants can analyze financial data to uncover irregularities. If the courts find evidence that one party is not disclosing their assets, they may take action, such as ordering depositions to get to the truth.

The party who engages in this type of misconduct would likely forfeit those assets or a portion of them to their spouse. If hidden assets are found after the divorce is finalized, the courts may modify the divorce decree.

Concealing assets during a divorce is a serious accusation that requires strong evidence. Working with an attorney can ensure your spouse is held accountable for their inappropriate behavior. Once there is sufficient initial evidence that your spouse has concealed assets, your attorney can take additional steps, such as issuing subpoenas, depositions, and discovery motions to ensure full disclosure.

Acting fast in these matters can be important because it is easier to address hidden assets during a divorce than after. A lawyer can also leverage this type of misconduct in your favor by arguing that you receive your rightful share of the marital estate.