Divorce is difficult enough, but when trust is broken not only emotionally but financially, the pain can cut even deeper. If you suspect your spouse is hiding assets, you are not alone, and you are not powerless.
For over 35 years, as a medically trained divorce attorney and mediator, Ihave guided individuals through complex divorces where one party is deceptive about their finances. Using my unique, psychologically based mediation process, I along with my team of forensic experts have helped may spouses uncover the truth without the emotional and financial devastation of traditional litigation.
What Does It Mean to Hide Assets?
When a spouse deliberately conceals money, property or income to prevent it from being divided during divorce, they are hiding assets. This is not only unethical, it’s illegal.
Common methods include:
- Undisclosed bank accounts
- Transferring money to family or friends
- Underreporting income (especially in cash-heavy businesses)
- Overpaying taxes to receive a refund post-divorce
- Delaying commissions, bonuses, or business contracts
- Purchasing luxury items and undervaluing them
Red Flags: Is Your Spouse Hiding Something?
Here are signs your spouse may be hiding assets:
- Sudden changes in financial behavior or increased secrecy
- Missing financial statements or restricted account access
- Claims of sudden “losses” in business or investments
- New accounts, trusts, or LLCs you didn’t know about
- Suspicious purchases or transfers to unknown parties
If something feels off, trust your instincts.
Why Do Some Spouses Hide Assets?
Due to my medical training in psychology, I understand that hiding assets are often driven by personality and emotional issues, not just greed. Spouses who hide assets often display:
- Narcissistic tendencies: feeling entitled to more
- Controlling behaviors: using money as leverage
- Fear of financial insecurity: especially if they anticipate paying spousal support
- Revenge motives: punishing the other partner
- Manipulation: assuming they’ll never get caught
In my legal practice, I recognize that these behaviors must be addressed both legally and psychologically and that’s where my divorce mediation model is so effective.
Unlike the adversarial courtroom battle that often leaves families emotionally drained and financially broken, Ioffer a strategic, compassionate alternative: psychologically based divorce mediation.
What makes my approach unique?
- As an experienced divorce attorney, I understand the law.
- As a medically trained mediator, I understand behavior and motive.
- As a strategist, I bring in forensic accountants, private investigators, and valuation experts to find the truth.
You can’t divide what you can’t see. That’s why my team gets to work behind the scenes to uncover hidden assets and ensure fairness and full disclosure.
How We Help Track Down Hidden Assets
I work with a seasoned team of financial professionals, including:
- Forensic accountants who trace transactions, audit records, and analyze business practices
- Valuation experts who accurately appraise businesses, real estate, and collections
- Private investigators (when necessary) to follow paper trails and document patterns
- Digital analysts to uncover hidden crypto or off-shore accounts
All of this takes place within the confidential, structured environment of mediation, rather than a costly court battle and some of my team offers free consultations to help get you started.
If you suspect your spouse is hiding assets, don’t wait! The earlier you act, the better. Financial deception in divorce can cost you your fair share of marital property, support, and peace of mind. Let me and my expert team help you uncover what’s yours ethically, effectively, and intelligently.
If you believe your spouse may be hiding assets, call me right now at 212.734.1551 to schedule your free and confidential consultation.
You deserve truth, fairness and support.
When you work with me, I promise you’ll get clarity, direction, and a powerful ally on your side!
Warm regards,
Lois