Divorce can be a stressful, emotionally draining process. This is especially true in cases where one spouse is the breadwinner—or earns the vast majority of the household income—while the other spouse is left in the dark about couple’s true financial situation.
In the event of a divorce, your incomplete understanding of your spouse’s assets and income could prove extremely damaging for your settlement. If your spouse isn’t transparent about their assets with their lawyers, it could prevent secret funds or property from being divided with you. Such assets may include: