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Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP

When Saying Goodbye Is Not Forever: Ex-Spouses Who Continue as Business Partners After Divorce

When a married couple enters into a divorce proceeding, they generally expect to end things in a final decree that fully divides all of their marital assets. But when they fully own or have a large interest in a closely held,...more

DarrowEverett LLP

Florida Divorce Ruling on Personal Goodwill Could Impact Other States

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In early July 2024, Florida enacted a significant amendment to its equitable distribution statute, particularly concerning the treatment of personal goodwill in divorce proceedings. These changes, coupled with the pivotal...more

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Preserving Business Value in High-Net-Worth Divorces: The Mutual Benefits of Adopting a Win-Win Approach

Entrepreneurs are incredibly devoted to the success of their business, but even a thriving company may be severely impacted by a high conflict marital divorce. When a couple decides to part ways, the ripple effects can extend...more

Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP

The Intersection of Business in Marital Divorce Cases: Business Issues That Often Arise in Family Law Proceedings 

When divorcing couples hold ownership interests in private companies as part of their marital estate, they will have to address a number of business issues related to these interests in their divorce settlement. Planning...more

Farrell Fritz, P.C.

Parallel Business and Matrimonial Divorce Proceedings

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Parallel business divorce proceedings in the same or different courts alleging overlapping or duplicative claims are common. When it occurs, judges must often determine whether to dispose of one so the other may proceed...more

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Can the Family Business be Divided in Divorce Proceedings?

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In Bermuda, it is not uncommon for divorcing couples to own a business together. The couple may be equal partners in the business, bringing different skills. One person might be the inspiration behind the business or the...more

Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP

Successfully Dividing Business Assets in a Marital Divorce: Creative Options for Valuing and Dividing Private Company Interests

Marital divorces are often difficult under the best of circumstances, but tensions may be even higher when the marital estate includes substantial interests the married couple own jointly in private companies, which they are...more

Frantz Ward LLP

Episode 8 | Breaking Up Is Hard To Do: Navigating the Domestic Relations Arena

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Former Frantz Ward Domestic Relations Partner Katie Arthurs joins us to explain the divorce and dissolution process, to discuss the best strategies for navigating the difficult and often painful challenges that arise in a...more

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Family Law: Getting What You Need in Divorce – When It Isn’t Possible to Get All That You Want

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In addition to Mick Jagger’s legendary performances on stage and vinyl, the song lyrics of The Rolling Stones reflect wisdom that often goes unappreciated. This post focuses on issues that arise when spouses divide their...more

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Maximizing Private Company Value in Divorce: Achieving a Successful Business Divorce When the Marriage Fails

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Navigating a successful business exit when a marriage ends in divorce often presents challenges for both parties. Leaving aside the emotional tensions present in divorce, resolving conflicts regarding the ownership of...more

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Episode 015: Confessions of a Business Appraiser: A Conversation with Chris Mercer

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In this episode of the Business Divorce Roundtable, Chris Mercer, one of the country’s leading business appraisers as well as a prolific author and frequent lecturer, shares what he calls “Confessions of a Reluctant Expert...more

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Misunderstanding Between Lawyer And Expert Results In Breach Of Contract And Unused Report

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Experts and their reports can be an expensive, but necessary, element to many types of cases. This is particularly true in divorce cases, whether they are personal or business divorces. In all cases, it is incumbent on the...more

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