Dear Attorneys,
I am going through a divorce, and my husband is just being so petty. He never used to check the bank account or credit card statements and now he’s in them every day. If I spend more than $20 on lunch, he wants to know who I “went on a date with.” Or if I have Starbucks, he accuses me of wasting money. What can I do to get him to stop?
Sincerely,
Spending Sally
Dear Sally,
That sounds frustrating. However, it’s not a legal problem. He is fully entitled to go through those statements (so long as it is either a joint account or he is an authorized user, anyway). Additionally, as part of standard financial discovery in a divorce, you would need to disclose these statements anyway, so he would eventually see the information regardless. While we understand that his behavior can be annoying, the only way you can really avoid that is if you take half of the money in your bank account and open a new account. So long as you only take half, this would generally be allowed under the Automatic Orders. Additionally, you can get your own credit card account that he cannot access. Hopefully those steps help you.
Remember, you don’t have to navigate this challenging situation alone. Seek support from experienced professionals who can guide you through the legal process and help you make informed decisions. Wolf & Shore Law Group is here to help you make your family law matters easier, not harder. We are realistic and direct with our clients. We encourage potential clients to seek out a firm where they will feel comfortable and confident. Ever argue with a woman? Let Wolf & Shore Law Group go to work for you. Call us at 203.745.3151 or email us at info@wolfandshorelaw.com.
Very Truly Yours,
Wolf & Shore Law Group
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