There are so many variables involved in reaching a financial settlement that this question is difficult to answer. You must disclose all of your financial assets, including pre-marital assets, so that the court can determine how best to divide property between you and your spouse. Leaving something out, like a pension you have forgotten you have, from a job you no longer hold, can cause headaches and expense down the line if your ex-spouse alleges that you have attempted to conceal some of your assets. You may be able to protect some pre-marital assets depending on all of the particular circumstances of your case, and it is in everyone’s best interest for you and your ex-spouse to work together to achieve an equitable settlement if at all possible. Competent legal advice is crucial, so do not delay in finding a law firm to help guide you through this process.