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If you are getting divorced, you will need a lot of information to file the petition and decide how you want to resolve various matters. Seek assistance from an Aurora divorce attorney as soon as you can. 

The initial decision to get divorced is a difficult one, and you might not know what to do next. There are a number of things to consider when you are planning to file for divorce – or know that your spouse plans to file. First, you should take some time to gather information that you will need to present to your Aurora family law attorney. This might happen before or after your initial consultation. 

Employment Documents

You need information about each of your jobs, earnings, and other aspects of your employment. Income and earning ability can play a significant role in divorce, so you need:

1. Proof of your and your spouse’s current income
2. Employment contracts, including bonus and commission agreements
3. Stock options
4. Business and personal tax returns for both spouses
5. Benefits statements
6. Pension or retirement plan statements

Property and Assets 

You will need all of the information regarding all of the property, assets, and debts that you have, whether they are in one name or both names. Documents to collect include:

1. Statements for all financial accounts
2. Investment statements and stock portfolios
3. Mortgage and property tax statements
4. Credit card and loan statements
5. Insurance policies
6. Titles and deeds to vehicles and real property
7. Safety deposit box inventory
8. Personal property inventory
9. Any other bills or expenses you have

Estate Planning Documents

You should gather all of your estate planning documents, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, and more. Doing so can also give you an idea of the changes you will need to make to your estate plan during or after your divorce. 

Contracts and Agreements

Did you and your spouse have a prenuptial or postnuptial agreement? You definitely need to present these to your divorce lawyer as soon as possible, as they can help determine how the divorce process will proceed. If you and your spouse entered into any other legal agreements with other individuals or businesses, you will need to provide those contracts, as well. 

Personal Information

For your divorce petition, you will need to have all personal information, including Social Security numbers, for you, your spouse, and your children. Gather these documents showing identifying information to provide them to your attorney.

Working With the Right Divorce Attorney

The above documents might seem daunting to gather, but it is important to do so to give your attorney the full picture of your marital situation. They can review all of your information and advise you how matters like property division, support payments, and other issues might go in your divorce in accordance with Colorado law. The right lawyer will guide you in preparing for divorce in the best way possible to set yourself up for a successful outcome. 

Speak with an Aurora Family Law Attorney Today

If you think divorce is in your future, it is never too early to begin consulting with an Aurora family law attorney from CNL Law Firm, PLLC. We assist our clients through every step of the process, so please call (720) 370-2171 or contact us online for more information.