The Sworn Financial Statement is an important way to show the court your financial status as well as it being a way to convey your credibility. Courts look at the expenses of the parties as listed on this statement and make judgments about whether the debts listed are realistic or inflated.
Rule 401 Financial Statements: In Depth A financial statement will disclose income, assets, expenses and liabilities. Each financial statement will be signed under the pains and penalties of perjury. Therefore, it is imperative that each party accurately and completely discloses all financial information.
The Long Form Financial Statement is designed to give the Court a snapshot of what your income and all expenses are per month, for you and the children (if there are children).
Rule 401 of the Massachusetts Rules of Domestic Procedure requires every party asking for financial relief to complete a financial statement showing assets, liabilities, and current income and expenses of both parties and their children.
Under Rule 410, each spouse must provide comprehensive financial documentation within 45 days of being served with a summons. This includes: Income Tax Returns: All relevant tax returns and supporting documents (W2s, 1099s, K-1s) for the past three years.
The courts take disclosure rules seriously. Failure to properly disclose your financial circumstances will delay your case and can subject you to significant financial sanctions. The Declaration of Disclosure functions as something like a cover page to your financials.
Financial statement is a formal record of the financial activities and position of a business, organization, or individual. It summarizes financial transactions, performance, and financial health over a specific period.