How is a High Asset Divorce Attorney Different from a Family Lawyer?
At Zwierzchowski & Nguyen, our divorce attorneys in Long Beach understand that not all divorces are created equal, because no two marriages, or their financial composition, are the same.
That is especially true for high asset divorces and the attorneys who handle their cases.
High asset divorce attorneys can assess more than the standard valuations family law attorneys must consider, as a family home, or checking and savings accounts against the debts a couple has accumulated throughout their marriage to determine how they will be divided during the divorce.
They take a deep dive into more complicated holdings high asset couples share, including companies co-owned by the spouses, and who will control what portion of the businesses going forward, including any unique tax considerations and how they impact each party.
Our Los Angeles County high asset divorce attorney leaves no detail to chance when handling our clients’ complex divorce cases because we know that the outcome of our representation will directly influence their physical, emotional, and financial lives after the divorce are final.
How Does a High Asset Divorce Attorney in California Approach Their Cases Differently?
Typically, high asset divorces include significant and complex financial holdings, which can include everything from bank accounts and real estate to jewelry and artwork.
While the division of assets still applies during high asset divorces, the substantial worth of these holdings can also include business holdings and other major assets that are not easily divided without the help of an experienced divorce attorney. One who can uncover the totality of the marriage’s assets, while streamlining the process of uncovering any hidden resources that allow our team to determine whether they are community or separate property.
At Zwierzchowski & Nguyen, our high asset divorce attorneys in California will partner with specialists who will help evaluate your marriage’s true financial standing.
Those experts may include, but are not limited to:
- Forensic Accountants
- Experts to Value Assets
- Investment Professionals
- Tax Law Specialists
Combining the skill sets of our high asset divorce attorneys and knowledgeable financial professionals make it possible to develop creative alternatives that will allow us to settle the financial issues in your case without further delays.
What If We Have A Prenuptial Agreement In Place?
Many high asset marriages may begin with a prenuptial agreement in place, but when divorce becomes reality, either spouse may challenge the terms of the agreement when there is a justifiable cause for doing so, like hidden assets that were not disclosed at the time of signing or pressure to sign the document before the marriage was official.
If you have a prenuptial agreement in place, our high asset divorce lawyers in Long Beach will review it with you, so you understand each aspect of its terms and can make informed decisions about how to move forward based on its legality and what it means to your divorce proceedings.
If you and your spouse have children together, child custody and child support arrangements must be determined separately from your prenuptial agreement’s terms.
Those details may include establishing custody and support terms that dictate the following for each child:
- Housing
- Clothing
- Insurance and medical care
- Childcare
- Private education
- Extracurricular activities
- Travel
Often in high asset marriages, there is a disparity in the earning potential and income of each spouse, which may already be covered in your existing prenuptial or postnuptial agreement and will dictate exactly how much spousal support you receive, and for how long.
If you have not established spousal support, and you do not have a prenuptial agreement, we can help outline your financial needs going forward, so you may maintain the quality of life you enjoyed during the marriage.
High Asset Divorce Attorneys in California are Prepared for Conflict with Viable Solutions
No matter which side of the divorce you are on, individuals with higher assets and net worth are in a much better position to contest community assets during their divorce.
They are also often ready to use their strong personalities to make what appears to be a deal to get the divorce underway without sacrificing too much, which is often much less than the other spouse deserves.
It is important to ensure each aspect of your high asset divorce is handled by an experienced legal representative who can protect your rights and your future inside and outside the courtroom.