Ex-Husband hiding assets

[Shoemadlady]

Going through a divorce and try to get through the financial order. I’m aware my ex is in debt but know that he’s bought a house but hidden it it someone else’s name so I can’t touch it part of our settlement.
just don’t know what to do? How to prove it?

forensic accountant required

Thanks, I didn’t even know that was a thing?

Yes, a forensic accountant will look into your ex’s accounts, where money has gone etc. there will be a money trail and it will be uncovered who paid for the house.

A forensic accountant might be able to track the money. There is no guarantee. They are very expensive and you will be adding thousands to your divorce bill.

What kind of money are you talking about and how did he keep income and savings hidden from you.

How do you know he’s bought a house?

Are you in mediation ? Have you done full disclosure (Form E requires disclosure of 12 months financial records). This might uncover the evidence you’re looking for ?

If you know the address, you can check the Land Registry title register (it shows who legally owns it + if there’s a mortgage).
When you exchange Form E, you can raise this in the questionnaire: “Do you have any interest in/connection to [address]? Who paid the deposit? Where did the money come from?” etc.
If he refuse to answer, the court can make orders for more disclosure (and sometimes even from third parties if needed).
If you’re pretty sure there’s a property and he’s actively trying to keep it out of the pot, I’d honestly consider a short appointment with a family solicitor just to sanity-check the best way to approach it.