An Honest And Smart Approach To Family Law
Ending a marriage with a family business brings unique financial challenges. For executives and high earners, a private company is often the largest asset in the marital estate. Protecting that asset takes more than a simple fifty-fifty split. A smart approach to...
You may be close to selling your company, or at least beginning to see real interest. At the same time, you may be thinking about ending your marriage, which can raise a difficult question: should you wait? It is a reasonable instinct. An acquisition or initial public...
Your business has weathered market downturns and stiff competition, but can it survive a divorce? In Arizona, when spouses who co-own a business separate, community property rules often dictate the future of the company, regardless of what is best for ongoing...
Divorce negotiations can feel like a business deal. You may assume your income and experience give you control. In Arizona, that assumption can cost you. The state follows community property rules. Courts divide most marital assets equitably, no matter who earned...
Dividing property in a divorce can feel like a puzzle with many pieces. You may have shared homes, cars, retirement accounts and investments that must be divided fairly. The way you handle these choices can affect your financial future and help avoid extra conflict....
A postnuptial agreement can give you clarity and peace of mind about your finances during marriage. While no agreement can predict every result, a postnuptial agreement helps you and your spouse set clear rules about property, debts and finances. Knowing how they work...
Divorce does not always proceed in a mutually agreeable way. In many cases, one spouse files for divorce while the other refuses to cooperate, hoping that delay or avoidance will prevent the process from moving forward. While this situation is unquestionably...
Navigating your divorce proceedings can have a significant impact on your kids’ emotional and behavioral development. Depending on how old they are, they will each go through the grief of your separation and try to manage them with their own coping mechanisms. While...
Choosing to end your marriage is likely one of the most challenging decisions you will ever make. You may feel worried and overwhelmed, but the legal process itself does not have to be confusing. Arizona is a "no-fault" state, meaning the only legal ground you need is...
Going through a divorce is challenging enough without the added worry of hidden assets. Unfortunately, some individuals try to conceal wealth to avoid fair distribution. Recognizing the warning signs helps you protect your financial future. Sudden secrecy about...