As a San Diego divorce lawyer, I often get asked what documents are important to have when contemplating a divorce. This question is asked by men and women equally. One thing to consider of course is how much access one has to important documents. Generally, the person who pays the bills has more access to documents than the non-bill paying spouse.
The actual documents which are important to gather when divorcing can vary. For instance if a couple owns property, it would be important to have mortgage information including principle and interest paid and any title papers. For vehicles, it is a good idea to have make and model of the car, loan information, and title papers.
As a divorce attorney in San Diego, I have clients who own businesses and it is important to have those legal documents available for review. Additionally, if a spouse has a 401k plan or other types of retirement, it is important to have as much information about those accounts as possible.
As a family law attorney in San Diego, I do not usually worry too much if the documents are not available at the beginning of the matter. As long as my client has an idea of what assets and debts the parties have, relevant documents can always be obtained later. The most important thing is to gather as much information as possible from the documents that are available.
To inquire further about more specifics of divorce consult with a local family law attorney who can discuss this process as it relates to your specific situation. In San Diego, contact the Law Offices of Brian A. Victor for more information. www.brianvictorlaw.com
