Many people fear separation even when things are not working out. The negative effects of divorce make them feel like they will not be able to find love again. But some people also fear for their safety when their spouse finds they want a divorce.
If you are facing such circumstances, you can take some extra steps to ensure your divorce preparations are discreet. Divorce attorney David R. Phillips has experience dealing with such tenuous situations. Schedule a free consultation with us to discuss how we can help you file for divorce while keeping things discreet.
Tips to Keep Preparations Under Wraps When You File for Divorce
#1- Inform Everyone Involved that You Wish to Keep Everything Discreet
Whether it is your divorce attorney or therapists, accountants, and other professionals you have been consulting for the divorce, make sure they know you do not want the word to get back to your spouse.
Discuss whether you want them to leave emails or voicemails and which numbers are safer to contact. When you talk to your friends or family members regarding the issues or your plan to get divorced, let them know you want to keep the preparations more private.
#2- Use Social Media Carefully
While you do not need to completely eliminate social media from your life, considering it is an incredibly useful way to stay in touch with loved ones, it is good to be mindful of what you share on your profiles.
Monitor what is being said in private messaging, especially if your spouse can access your accounts or knows the passwords. You may also want to turn off location tracking if it is enabled on any of the social media.
#3- Set Some Funds Aside
Nearly one-quarter of couples stay in their current relationships because of financial dependency. Spouses who do not want their partner to leave may try to keep them in marriage by using finances to keep them hostage.
Consider opening a separate account you can use once you leave the marriage. If this is not possible, start setting aside gift cards and cash you can use immediately after the divorce. A credit card may also be beneficial for emergency purchases while you are in the beginning stages of the divorce.
#4- Gather all Important Belongings and Documents
Another manipulation tactic abusive spouses often employ is keeping their spouses from leaving by hiding important documents and belongings. Leaving can be difficult when your passport, driving license, and other documents are missing.
Depending on the situation, it can be challenging to pack a bag of necessities at the time. So start keeping things aside at your friend's house so you have all the vital items before you tell your spouse about the divorce plans.
Experienced Family Law Attorneys for Discreet Divorce
David R. Phillips has dealt with numerous sensitive family law matters and knows how to represent clients fairly and competently. An experienced divorce attorney can protect you from further manipulation or abuse from spouses.
Our job is to ensure you get a fair share when you split assets while working out custody arrangements that are in the best interests of your family going forward. Call 219-929-7060 to discuss how our family law attorney can assist you in filing for divorce.