Value a Family Business

This is the most common and most contested area we come across.  Because the legal system does not often deal with wealth created by entrepreneurial efforts, clients who earned their wealth from inventions, investment companies, or successful enterprises often find that the divorce process makes it difficult to reach a satisfying outcome. We find that this is one of the areas where we are able to add tremendous value.

Here are some examples of how we have addressed some common issues:

• What is the business worth for divorce property settlement purposes?
  We are experts at valuation.  More than basic accountants, we utilize the theory behind valuation techniques to take the best approach to valuation.   We are especially skilled in valuing venture capital funded ventures and highly risk new ventures.
• How can I get the legal system to understand how our business works?
  We are great teachers with much experience in simplifying complex business situations so that lawyers, judges and mediators can better understand the business elements.

• What are the common situations that would cause me to lose value?
  We find specific patterns and circumstances to prevent you from being placed in financial jeopardy.
• What if one of us worked for the company but later departed?
  A common circumstance.  We can evaluate the “out spouses” role and its value.