How Do I Protect Myself From a Spying Spouse in a Divorce?

Securing Private Information

When you are going through a divorce - especially one that involves high levels of contentiousness - it is important to keep your private information protected from your spouse. While you may not think you have anything to hide, you deserve to have full control over how such data is to be presented in your divorce, if at all. In the hands of an unscrupulous or angry spouse, your personal information can be used against you as leverage in your divorce.

In the midst of a divorce, your spouse is likely to be looking through your personal effects. The best way to protect yourself is by storing private documents outside of the marital home in a location to which your spouse does not have access. You should also avoid using a shared computer for accessing or storing sensitive information. At Mirabella, Kincaid, Frederick & Mirabella, LLC, our divorce attorneys can advise you on the best steps to take to protect yourself. We will provide you with legal representation throughout the divorce process, helping you address any inappropriate actions by your spouse and working to resolve disputes effectively.

Take Precautionary Measures

If you are concerned about certain documents, find a safe place for them away from the marital residence. A safety deposit box in a bank, for example, may provide a secure alternative. In today's digital age, however, it is equally important to protect yourself when using your computer or the internet. Do not save private information on a family computer, and make sure your spouse will not be able to log in to any of your accounts. Be cautious of your internet history on computers or devices your spouse has access to, as anything you browse could eventually be presented in court. If possible, use a private computer that is protected by a strong password and free of spyware or other tracking software. Change the passwords on any accounts your spouse may attempt to access and turn off location tracking on your phone to ensure that your spouse will not be able to monitor your movements.

It is also a good idea to avoid sharing any information online that could be viewed by your spouse. When using social media, avoid making any statements about your divorce or any other aspects of your life that could potentially become relevant in your case. Even private messages could potentially be shared with your spouse or their attorney, and statements about divorce-related disputes, your income and expenses, purchases you have made, activities you have engaged in, or anything else that may be relevant to your case could potentially affect your divorce.

Contact Our Wheaton Divorce Attorneys

At Mirabella, Kincaid, Frederick & Mirabella, LLC, we recognize the importance of protecting yourself during the divorce process, and we are equipped to offer practical advice on how to do so. Our attorneys have decades of combined family law experience, which we are ready to put to work on your behalf.

To learn more about protecting your personal information during your divorce, contact our office. Call us at 630-665-7300 today. We provide responsible, cost-effective representation for clients in Wheaton, Naperville, Carol Stream, Lombard, and the rest of DuPage County.