Most people wish to keep their divorce under wraps so they can focus on moving forward. The attorneys at Albin Oldner Law, PLLC help protect your privacy by remaining dedicated to discretion. Let’s dive into some tips to help you keep your divorce as private as possible.
If you need personalized, tailored advice for your divorce, or need a legal advocate on your site, our Frisco divorce lawyers can be with you every step of the way.
1. Avoid social media
In the digital age, what you share online can significantly impact your divorce proceedings—especially when it comes to social media activity.
Whether it’s a casual comment, a photo, or a shared article, anything you post online can be misinterpreted or used against you in court. Even seemingly harmless social media posts can influence sensitive issues like child custody, property division, or even your credibility in front of a judge.
To protect your personal information and reduce unnecessary risks, it’s wise to avoid posting on your social media accounts altogether while the divorce is ongoing. Creating a hostile or emotional post about your spouse, for example, can escalate conflict and potentially backfire in court. You should also be aware that some divorce attorneys and investigators actively monitor social media accounts for evidence that may be used during litigation.
Take proactive steps to secure your online accounts. At a minimum, update your privacy settings to restrict public access and prevent unwanted viewers. Be sure to change passwords—especially if you previously used shared accounts or cloud platforms for photos, documents, or financial information. This helps prevent unauthorized access to sensitive data.
Also, encourage friends and family not to comment on your situation publicly. Even third-party posts or comments related to your divorce process can be brought into court. If privacy cannot be guaranteed, consider temporarily deactivating your accounts until the case is resolved.
2. File a motion to seal your case
In many states, including Texas, divorce proceedings are considered public record. This means that details about your personal information, financial disclosures, and other sensitive matters can be accessed by anyone who requests them.
If you’re concerned about protecting your financial information, child custody arrangements, or other private aspects of your divorce process, you may want to speak with your family law attorney about filing a motion to seal your case.
A sealed case ensures that most documents related to your divorce are kept confidential and not available through public records. This is especially important in cases involving high net worth individuals, privacy concerns, or potential harm that could result from public disclosure.
Once your divorce attorneys file the motion, the court must review and approve it before your records are removed from public access.
3. Protect your important documents
During the divorce process, it’s crucial to safeguard documents that contain sensitive personal information or data that could impact your case. If you still share a home with your spouse—or have other individuals who may access your living space—consider storing essential paperwork in a lockbox, locked file cabinet, or secure cloud storage account with restricted access.
Be sure to secure copies of the following:
- Social Security card
- Birth certificate
- Passport
- Tax returns and W-2s
- Bank and financial account statements
- Credit card records
- Loan and mortgage documents
- Health insurance and medical records
- Life insurance policies
- Employment contracts or pay stubs
- Prenuptial or postnuptial agreements
- Court documents related to your divorce proceedings
Organizing and protecting this information not only prevents unauthorized access but also helps your divorce attorneys build a stronger case on your behalf.
4. Consider mediation
Not all divorces have to happen inside the traditional courtroom. Mediation enables you and your spouse to work with a mediator outside of court. In mediation, no record is made of your proceedings and nothing becomes public knowledge.
It’s important to work with a skilled attorney who can help you decide if mediation is right for you. If both you and your spouse agree to work amicably, mediation might be the best next step.
5. Take care when answering personal questions
It’s normal for you to confide in close family and friends during your divorce. It can also help with your well-being as you move forward.
Remember that you have the power to control how much information you share. When asked personal questions about your divorce, you can simply say you’d rather not discuss it. The less you share, the fewer complications may arise.
Reach out to a divorce attorney dedicated to discretion
Albin Oldner Law, PLLC will do what it takes to protect your privacy during this time. To learn more, give us a call at (214) 423-5100.
Our experienced family law attorneys understand the sensitive nature of divorce and take every precaution to safeguard your personal information, both in and out of court. Whether you’re concerned about social media activity, financial information, or securing court documents, we offer tailored strategies to help you move forward with confidence and discretion.
