Failure to Disclose Assets at Divorce

[Guccigirl7]

My question involves divorce in the State of: Virginia

I did meet with an attorney yesterday about problems I am having with my ex on the separation agreement, he encouraged me to file a motion to show cause with my complaints and it was solid enough that I didn't need him (I don't think he's trying to make money because he's a friend of a good friend)

However, i forgot to mention one issue I have. I recently found a Charles Schwab statement with both of our names on the account. I remember asking my ex about this account during the separation because I needed money for a lawyer but he told me he closed it already and used it for bills.

I picked up the phone and called Schwab and they told me the account wasnt' closed until 2004 (2 years after our divorce)

Should I put this on the motion to show cause with the other violations? It wasn't mentioned on our agreement at all, but I know the ex was aware of it the statements were going to his residence. Or will the judge think I am being petty? Can I ask for my half?

TIA.

[LawResearcherMissy]

Should I put this on the motion to show cause with the other violations?

Of course you should. Your ex was required to disclose ALL assets, not just what he felt like sharing.

Or will the judge think I am being petty?

That's going to depend on the judge and the amount in question, but the judges of my acquaintance don't look kindly upon trying to pull a fast one on the courts, even if it's only a dollar.

Serious people, them.

Can I ask for my half?

Yes, and you should.