Documents and Records Your Attorney Will Need To Start Your Divorce
One of the first questions asked by prospective family law clients is “What do I need to bring to my attorney to help start my divorce?” In order to reach division of the assets and debts of the marriage, as well as to determine support that may be paid by either party, the party’s financial situation must be determined and assets and debts identified.
The two basic family law forms used to document assets and debts are the Schedule of Assets and Debts and the Income and Expense Declaration. Each party will complete each form and exchange it with the other. (more…)