Hidden Asset Attorney
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The divorce process is a time of mistrust for each spouse, and right or wrong each may accuse the other of hiding assets. How do assets suddenly disappear? Every case is different, but in most cases the accused spouse either denies the existence of the asset, the asset in question is secretly transferred to another person or entity, or there's a claim that the asset was lost of dissipated.
Top-5 Ways for Determining the Whereabouts of Hidden Assets
#1 Corporate Tax Returns: If one spouse is the owner or controlling member of a closely-held corporation, tax returns should be reviewed for salary manipulation, retained earnings, reimbursement of prior loans, etc.
#2 Expense Accounts: Employers often give a great deal of leeway in expense accounts. When our attorneys subpoena expense account records, we'll often see how an opposing spouse may be funding their lifestyle or hiding funds through business expenses.
#3 Children's Bank Accounts: Deposits and withdrawals can be made through certain types of bank accounts without a trace, if either the children's social security numbers are listed or the account is a non-interest baring account.
#4 Cash Transactions: Doctors, store owners, and laborers often receive cash or bartered services in exchange for something of value. These are often identified through the discovery process.
#5 Personal Knowledge of Spouse's Habits: Most spouses know of their husband or wife's use of a record book or how they document certain transactions. The more information you can give your lawyer, the easier it will be to prove your case.
Disgruntled Co-Workers Can Always Help
Present or former employees, business partners, or co-workers who are no longer friendly with your spouse can prove to be a gold mine. There is usually a reason for their falling-out, and it usually involves money. If that person feels unfairly treated by your spouse, he or she may provide valuable information regarding hidden assets or income.
Plymouth Hidden Income Lawyers and Hidden Assets Attorneys
The Massachusetts Family Law Group is not organized as a single law office, but rather as a statewide brain trust on divorce and family law matters. Each case draws from our hand-picked team of attorneys who concentrate on targeted aspects of divorce law and discovery, along with our team of experts including forensic accountants, private investigators, child custody specialists, computer experts, and asset search consultants.
We have the know-how to get job done – the first time, because oftentimes there may not be the opportunity for a second chance. For a no-obligation consultation, call (800) 299-DIVORCE or contact us online for an appointment at any of our local offices or convenient satellite conference centers.
