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
One's ownership in a closely held business (often a family business) may be affected by a separation or divorce. In many situations, the business will be joined as a party in an equitable distribution lawsuit. " One's...more
Divorces are stressful and emotionally challenging. Amidst feelings of loss and uncertainty, there are practical matters that require careful attention, especially when it comes to financial assets. In addition to having a...more
I start this blog post with a confession. I am a collector. I collect all sorts of things, vintage wristwatches, fountain pens, 1940’s Hall refrigerator ware, vinyl records, and probably a few other things I can’t think of...more
In olden days, which is to say about 20 years ago, divorce clients would see their lawyers and discuss the family business as just that, the family business. It could have been an insurance company or a funeral home or a...more
In many equitable distribution cases, where the value of real estate is an issue, the parties at least in negotiations debate the relative accuracy of the ad valorem tax value (“Tax Value or Tax Values”) of the property as a...more