Divorce proceedings can often lead to contentious battles over asset division. For the most part, parties go through the process and play by the rules. But every now and then, some individuals attempt to hide assets to gain an unfair advantage. This week we’ll talk about the potential consequences of such behavior and why you

Texas law typically treats corporations, partnerships, and other types of businesses as a separate legal entity – existing apart from shareholders and partners. Because these businesses are separate legal entities, only the spouse’s interest in the corporation, partnership or other business is up for division by the divorce court. This means that specific corporate assets are often off-limits in a divorce action. But, there is an exception to this rule when alter ego can be established.
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Frequently we are asked what recourse is available when one spouse attempts to hide assets of the marital estate during a divorce. Not only is such conduct highly unethical, it is fraudulent as well. Typically a forensic accountant is called in to help search for hidden assets. In our experiences, here are some reoccurring methods used to hide assets:
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