January is the month of renewal – closing the door on the negativity of the prior year and planning for the challenges of the new year. Planning for a divorce and new life may seem daunting. When going through the divorce, marital assets and debts will need to be divided between the parties. For those spouses who own a business as a marital asset, getting divorced and reaching a fair division of the marital estate can be even more complicated. Practically speaking, while the divorce works through the process, the business will need to continue to operate. Owner spouses need to know what to do to protect their investments while the divorce process is ongoing. If you are considering a divorce or have been served with divorce papers, contact an experienced divorce attorney, especially if you own a business.