For entrepreneurs, executives, and high-earning professionals with $1M+ in assets. Strategic protection through negotiation, not litigation.
If you own a business, have stock options or RSUs, or have built real estate or investment portfolios — divorce becomes complex. Very complex.
High-net-worth divorce requires a different approach. We're not dealing with a house and a car. We're dealing with businesses, investments, future income, and complex asset structures. Standard advice doesn't work.
"Proper business valuation is critical. Getting it wrong can significantly affect the outcome of your settlement."
Consider a business owner with a $3M business and $2M in liquid assets. A negotiated approach might allow the business owner to retain the company while providing the other spouse equivalent value through liquid assets and a structured buyout. Outcomes vary significantly based on the specific facts of each case.
"Tax-efficient asset division can make a significant difference in the net value each party retains. Understanding the tax implications is essential."
Consider an executive with significant RSU holdings vesting over multiple years. A thoughtful approach might allocate vested RSUs to the executive (preserving control over sale timing and tax planning) while providing equivalent value to the other spouse through different assets. Tax savings vary based on individual circumstances.
"Real estate divorce is more than 'who keeps the house?' It's about basis, appreciation, rental income, and liability."
Consider a client with a primary residence and a rental property. A negotiated approach might allow one party to retain both properties through refinancing, while the other receives equivalent value in liquid assets. This avoids a forced sale and preserves the tax basis. Results depend on the specific facts and financial circumstances of each case.
"Spousal support for high-income earners involves complex calculations. Understanding Indiana’s guidelines and how they apply to your income is essential to reaching a fair outcome."
Consider a high-income professional with a long-term marriage. A negotiated approach might establish a fixed support amount for a defined period rather than indefinite support, providing both parties with clarity and a defined end date. The appropriate amount and duration depend on the specific facts of each case.
These are illustrative scenarios, not guarantees. Past results do not predict future outcomes. Every case is unique.
Negotiated settlement allowed client to retain business ownership. Ex-spouse received equivalent value through alternative assets and a structured arrangement. Business continuity preserved.
Settlement structured to address RSU vesting and tax implications. Client retained control over vested RSUs with equivalent value provided to ex-spouse through other assets.
Client retained majority of real estate portfolio. Tax basis preserved through careful structuring. Ex-spouse received equivalent value through property and cash equalization.
If you own a business, have significant investments, or worry about tax implications — you need specialized counsel. Schedule a free 30-minute consultation. We'll analyze your situation and explain how we'd protect your assets.