Case Study
Corporate Assets Protected in High-Value Divorce
About
Safeguarding Company Ownership
Our client, a business owner, faced asset division during a divorce that threatened his ownership of a fast-growing tech startup. Legal guidance was needed to preserve control and avoid financial disintegration.
Problem
Asset Risk & Business Exposure
The opposing party sought a 50% equity claim, challenging the founder’s stake and threatening investor confidence.
Goal
Preserve Company Integrity
Our objective was to maintain full ownership and protect the client’s ability to operate independently after the divorce.
Solution
Corporate Separation Strategy
We implemented a structured separation of business interests, submitted independent valuations, and proposed alternative asset compensation.
Efficient Resolution Approach
Our legal team worked in tandem with financial experts to quantify the company’s value and isolate personal from business income. Settlement negotiations focused on clarity and long-term security.
Phase 1
Financial Mapping & Valuation
We documented asset distribution, ran company audits, and prepared compensation options.
Asset review
Business valuation
Settlement draft
Phase 2
Shareholder Positioning
We restructured board roles, drafted equity protection clauses, and reduced volatility during negotiation.
Cap table analysis
Stakeholder updates
Investor alignment
Phase 3
Mediation & Finalization
Case resolved through private mediation, avoiding court exposure.
Mediator coordination
Legal closure
Property release
Result
Ownership Retained, Risk Avoided
The client retained 100% ownership, with alternate financial compensation provided to the spouse. The company continued operations without disruption, investor confidence remained intact.