Will you need an expert witness in your Louisville divorce proceeding? What is an expert witness and what are some of the circumstances which justify the cost of valuable expert testimony? Expert witnesses are simply proven professionals which provide important information to the Court regarding (usually) a complex aspect of the case at hand. In a divorce this can range …
Why is Valuation So Important in a Louisville Divorce
What is “valuation” and why is valuation so important in a Louisville divorce case? The issue of valuation is associated with marital property division and how the debts and assets of the parties are characterized and ultimately divided. We’ve covered the concepts of “marital property” and “separate property” extensively on this site, so this discussion is going to focus on …
Why Do You Need an Attorney When There is a Business in a Louisville Divorce
Why do you need an attorney when there is a business in a Louisville divorce? Do you or your soon-to-be former spouse own a small company or have business interests or a professional practice? Did you know that the valuation and division of the marital property interest in a business asset is one of the most contentious, financially and legally …
Concerns of a Divorcing Physician in Louisville
What are some of the concerns of a divorcing physician in Louisville? This isn’t simply about the assets at stake or your interests as a parent in child custody and visitation. Most of our professional clients are also worried about their reputation and privacy. Doctors face several unique challenges in a divorce which require the proven, experienced advice and counsel …
Spouse of a Business Owner in a Louisville Divorce
Are you the spouse of a business owner in a Louisville divorce? There are many things you need to know about how the marital interest in the business must be managed as part of the property division in your divorce. This is why it is important to seek the proven, experienced advice of the divorce and family law attorneys at …
Why is the Valuation of a Business Important in a Contested Louisville Divorce
Why is the valuation of a business important in a contested Louisville divorce? The issue of business valuation is legally and financially quite complex. Each party in a divorce often has opposing interests when it comes to the division of a business or professional practice. In essence, if the company is in whole or in part considered to be marital …
Contentious Divorce with a Business or Professional Practice in Louisville
Are you approaching a contentious divorce with a business or professional practice in Louisville? What do you need to know in order to protect your interests as a business owner? There are generally only a few steps in the process of managing the asset of a business in a Louisville divorce. However, the process itself and the legal skill of …
Concerning Behaviors During a Contentious Louisville Divorce
What are some concerning behaviors during a contentious Louisville divorce and how can the divorce and family law attorneys at Dodd & Dodd help to protect you during the process? There are many reasons why a divorce can become contentious. There are genuine reasons for principled disagreements between former spouses. There are personality disorders and narcissistic behaviors which naturally lead …
If You Own a Business You Should Prepare for a Valuation During a Louisville Divorce
If you own a business you should prepare for a valuation during a Louisville divorce. The process of establishing the value of the marital interest in any business or professional practice is known as “valuation.” Each party has competing interests in the process of valuation. A business owner who wants retain their company wants the marital interest valuation to be …
How to Tell When a Spouse is Hiding Marital Assets
Is there a way to tell when a spouse is hiding marital assets? What are some of the most common strategies to hide or significantly under-report the value of assets associated with a Louisville divorce? Both parties are required by Kentucky Family Law to fully, accurately and transparently disclose all assets and debts (even if they are not marital assets …