How Can Working With a Forensic Expert Help During Divorce?

A forensic accountant is a specially trained financial expert who investigates and analyzes financial records for legal purposes. In divorce cases, they help uncover the full financial picture—especially when one spouse may not be playing fair or the assets are more complex than just checking and savings accounts.

1. Uncover Hidden Assets

If one spouse is hiding income, underreporting earnings, or transferring money to outside accounts or third parties, a forensic accountant can trace those movements and expose the truth.

2. Value a Business or Professional Practice

If you or your spouse owns a business, it must be properly valued before it can be divided. Forensic accountants analyze profits, losses, assets, and debts to determine its real value—not just what’s reported on paper.

3. Analyze Lifestyle and Spending Habits

They can review bank statements, credit cards, and other financial records to help determine the couple’s standard of living—critical for spousal support and child support decisions.

4. Trace Separate vs. Marital Property

If either party had property or accounts before marriage, or received an inheritance, a forensic accountant can help separate what’s truly “yours,” “mine,” and “ours.”

5. Testify as an Expert Witness

In court, having a neutral, qualified financial expert can strengthen your case. Their testimony can add credibility and clarity to your financial claims.

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Attorney, Ashley Nicole Green is a  family, divorce, and child custody attorney who services clients in Houston, Harris, Fort Bend, Brazoria, Galveston, and Matagorda County! Contact the Law Office of A. Green today to schedule consultation!

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