Eidelman & Associates Shocking Facts About the Division of Property | Page 7

You Can Prevent Your Spouse From Depleting Your Assets Once You File For Divorce Once you file for a divorce, the court allows you to prevent your spouse from using your assets. Once a divorce is filed, an automatic order always goes to that effect. The order prohibits both parties from taking any action on the property without the other spouse’s consent. This includes property that was held individually or jointly.