Getting a divorce comes with difficult financial questions. Depending on your situation, you and your spouse might own many valuable assets. To make sure everything is accounted for during property division, you might have to go through formal discovery. Discovery is the formal process spouses use to exchange information and documents during a divorce. This can seem overwhelming, but a Naperville, IL divorce lawyer can help make sure your interests are protected.
At Calabrese Associates, P.C., we provide clients with one-on-one assistance during the discovery process. With over 30 years of experience, we know what questions to ask and what steps need to be taken to uncover hidden assets. If we can’t help you reach a property settlement outside of court, we can fight for you in a divorce trial.
Is Financial Disclosure Mandatory in an Illinois Divorce?
Financial disclosure is an important, often required part of the divorce process in Illinois. This is when both spouses need to share accurate information about their income, debts, property, and expenses. In some cases, this includes completing sworn financial affidavits and providing documents to support the information they report.