My ex emptied our joint bank account - what can I do

“My ex emptied our joint bank account - what can I do?” As stressful as this can be, here’s the good news: they won’t just get away with it. As Senior Associate Hayley Mitchell explains, all of the property in a separation - including assets and liabilities - held on the date of separation forms part of the overall settlement when dividing the matrimonial pot. That means that withdrawals like this are also taken into account. If you find yourself in a difficult financial situation due to this happening to you, please contact us to book a free initial consultation with Johnson Legal today. Just call us on 0131 622 8477 or email beverley@johnsonlegal.co.uk to speak to a trusted Edinburgh lawyer. Book a free initial consultation with Johnson Legal today. Just call us on 0131 622 8477 or email beverley@johnsonlegal.co.uk to speak to a trusted Edinburgh lawyer.