Complex Property Division
Divorce Lawyers for High-Asset California Families
Although many people may have heard the terms "community property" and "equal property division" relative to California family law, it is important to recognize that no approach could remove the many possible complications that arise when a marriage ends.
Dividing marital property can be a challenge in any divorce or legal separation. When income and assets are substantial — whether accumulated over a lengthy marriage or produced rapidly through high income — arriving at a settlement often requires financial savvy and negotiating skills not all family law firms possess. To work with a respected firm co-led by a former business owner and CFO, you can contact us.
Resources to Ensure Accurate Valuations and Protect Your Rights
We have substantial finance and business law knowledge in-house at Van Sickle & Rowley, LLP. We also work with an array of experts to ensure your significant assets are properly valued for purposes of negotiating your settlement or fighting your case in court.
We have handled numerous high net-worth divorces requiring diligent business valuation and division, and our network of forensic accountants, economists, investment experts and other experts benefits you in the fight for your fair share of complex assets such as:
- Pensions and retirement accounts
- All types of real estate
- Antiques, collectibles and other assets requiring expert valuation
In turbulent economic times, it becomes especially critical to be the better prepared party in a complex property division case. We have the knowledge to help ensure that evaluation methods used and the timing of events in your divorce make sense for you.
Excellent Asset Tracing and Litigation Skills
Our attorneys are also highly experienced in advocating for clients who need to ensure all assets are accounted for and properly characterized as community or separate property. You can depend on our legal team for through investigation and case building when your divorce involves:
- Disputes over property received by inheritance
- Undisclosed or "hidden" assets of either party in the case
- Disputes involving the validity of a prenuptial agreement
If you are dealing with a high-asset divorce and have concerns about property division, please contact our trusted Ventura County family law firm for the solid counsel and representation you need.
