Q: Spouse refusing to provide financial disclosures - how can I finish my divorce (in California) without them?
I have served my preliminary financial disclosures and filed the appropriate documents with the court (as well as a request to enter default since she never responded to the petition). She is refusing to provide me with ANY financial information. We have 50/50 custody of a minor child and neither of us are interested in pursuing child support, alimony, etc. - just want a clean break. Can I finish the divorce without her disclosures? If so, how?
A: In California, if your spouse refuses to provide financial disclosures, you can request the court to order her to do so by filing a motion to compel. If she continues to fail to comply, you can proceed with the divorce based on the information you have provided, along with your preliminary financial disclosures. You may also consider mediation or settlement discussions to try to reach an agreement on the financial issues. The court may make a decision based on the available information in the absence of her disclosures. - James Arrasmith, Owner. The Law Offices of James L. Arrasmith.
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