migration does not transfer document files

eflandnc wrote:

migration does not transfer document files

The most trouble free way to move to a new machine, is using the Setup Assistant on the initial boot of a brand new machine— you have one shot here. Set up your MacBook Pro - Apple Support

The second best way is use the Migration Assistant.

How to move your content to a new Mac Move your content to a new Mac - Apple Support

I was on a family plan, we shared apple IDs on multiple devices, upon divorce accounts were separated, I no long have access to my files. Is there a way to get them back?