Such an order does not provide absolute protection but may serve as a deterrent to a violent spouse. In situations in which it appears that the spouse holding substantial assets may dissipate or transfer those assets prior to a determination of marital property, the other spouse may make a motion to the court that the spouse holding the assets be restrained from doing anything with those assets until there can be a determination of the marital estate. A court may order that fees be paid for experts, such as accountants, where evaluation of the assets of the marital estate requires the service of such an expert. Where a spouse seeking a divorce does not have funds to pay attorney's fees, a Court may order that the other spouse pay for such fees. The amount of income your spouse has is an important number to determine in a divorce.
Income is a crucial factor in determining maintenance, also known as alimony and spousal support.
Child support is based on the income of both parents. The income of the business is a significant factor in determining the business's worth. Many times income can be determined solely by reviewing documentation such as tax returns, W-2's, and 1099's. However, there are times when income is much more difficult to decipher. Issues such as unreported cash inflated tax deductions, legitimate tax deductions that one derives personal benefit from, reimbursement for expenses and fringe benefits from your spouse's employer must not be ignored in ascertaining your spouse's true income.