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Protecting Business Interests in Dissolution

It’s a natural concern when a business is part of a separation. For many families, a business represents years of dedication, financial risk, and hard work. When separation enters the picture, questions about control, ownership, and the income generated from that business can quickly become some of the most significant issues in the case. Whether you are the spouse who manages day-to-day operations and wants to preserve the company you built, or a non-participating spouse seeking a fair share of the marital estate, Stange Law Firm is here to help protect your interests.

Dedicated to Serving Divorcing Business Owners

At Stange Law Firm, we have years of experience representing business owners and spouses in dissolution cases involving complex financial portfolios. Our attorneys focus exclusively on domestic relations law, giving us the depth of understanding needed to handle matters such as business valuation, asset appreciation, and division of professional practices. We understand that every business is unique, and we take a personalized, fact-driven approach to each case.

We collaborate closely with business valuation experts, financial actuaries, accountants, and forensic specialists to ensure an accurate picture of the company’s worth. By uncovering details about income, debt, assets, and goodwill, we can build a comprehensive strategy to pursue an equitable division of marital property. Whether your case is resolved through negotiation, mediation, or trial, our team is fully prepared to advocate for your financial future.

Common Business Issues in Dissolution Matters

Our firm frequently handles cases involving:

  • Business valuation and protection of professional practices
  • Transmutation of personal and business assets
  • Business-related tax considerations
  • Ownership and division of commercial real estate
  • Allocation of business debts and loans
  • Divorce-related financial planning and asset protection
 

When necessary, we take bold legal action to ensure our clients’ interests are represented and protected. From small family-owned companies to larger enterprises, our attorneys bring knowledge, precision, and persistence to every case.

A Proven Record in Complex Cases

At Stange Law Firm, we have experience handling high-asset and business-owner divorces. Our attorneys combine legal insight with practical financial understanding to help clients navigate these challenging transitions with confidence.

You can also read an article by Kirk Stange on business valuations titled: Business Valuation Basics

Contact a Multi-State Dissolution Attorney Today

If you’re facing a separation that involves business ownership or complex property division, we are ready to help you protect what matters most. Contact Stange Law Firm online or call 855-805-0595 to schedule a confidential consultation at any of our convenient office locations. We are committed to helping business owners and their spouses move forward with clarity, fairness, and peace of mind.

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Helpful Information Regarding Estate Planning From our Webpage

To learn more about our work in the area of estate planning, visit our Estate Planning Blog, or please follow the links below:

Do You Need a Last Will and Testament or an Estate Plan?
Everybody should consider making a will. However, a will is about much more than the division of a sizable estate, and making a will is not something that those with substantial assets.
Trust Attorneys
As Stange Law Firm, PC, we can determine the right type of trust for your needs and objectives and select the type of trust that best protects your interests.
Who Can Contest A Will?
If you are concerned about the validity of a last will and testament, finding out who can contest a will is critical. If you have questions, we have answers.
Inheritance Laws
Knowing the ins and outs of inheritance law can be vital when creating an estate plan. If you have questions, we can talk with you about your options.
How to Avoid Probate
Most individuals would like to know how to avoid probate when creating an estate. We can explain what this means for your heirs and your options.
Estate Planning After Divorce
Updating your estate plan is critically important. Most do not want their ex-spouse to be their power of attorney, health care agent, or the heir to their assets. We can help update your estate plan accordingly.
Benefits of an Estate Plan
Many individuals wonder why they should have an estate plan. An estate plan is vital to ensure your heirs are taken care of after you pass. We can help answer your questions.
Educational Accounts
Many individuals have educational accounts setup for their kids. We an help ensure that they remain intact after a divorce.
Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements
Prior to entering into a marriage, or after the wedding date, many individuals are interested in putting together a prenuptial or postnuptial agreement to ensure that there are not lengthy and contentious divorce proceedings later if the marriage ends in divorce In these instances, we can help.
Power of Attorney
It is imperative that an individual have a power of attorney in case they are incapacitated. A power of attorney appointments an agent in fact to make important financial and other decisions We can help you create one.
Medicaid Estate Planning
Medicaid estate planning refers to protecting one’s assets and property from being used to pay for long-term care if the individual becomes eligible for Medicaid. This can include strategies such as gifting assets to family members, creating trusts, and transferring property ownership.
Domestic Asset Protection Trusts vs. Prenups
Many have no idea what a Domestic Asset Protection Trusts is and the difference from a Prenuptial Agreement. We can help explain the difference and help you assess your options.
Living Trusts
Living trusts are common in estate planning. With a pour-over will, they allow assets to prop over into a living trust to avoid probate. If you need help with a living trust, we can help.
Special Needs Planning
If you are caring for somebody with special needs, you can consult with one of our lawyers about your options. It is important to plan accordingly for those with special needs.
Advance Directives/Living Will
If you are incapacitated and unable to make medical decisions for yourself, it is vital to have an advance directive/living will that appoints an agent to make these critical decisions for you.
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Contact the Multi-State Domestic Relations Lawyers at Stange Law Firm

If you looking to find and hire a family lawyer, contact us online or by phone to schedule a confidential consultation at any of our convenient locations by calling 855-805-0595.

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