Fighting for fair distribution in complex, high-net-worth cases
Murano & Roth, LLC has considerable experience in complex, high-income and large-asset cases. With years of experience, we have the knowledge to help you work with experts to: track down assets and debts, (including off-shore accounts, cash and gifts); assess the tax implications of major divorce-related decisions; and locate and document the income and assets of all parties. We handle cases with and without prenuptial agreements.
Generally, attorneys rely on valuation experts and forensic accountants to obtain accurate values for:
- Real estate
Primary residence
Vacation homes
Condos
Timeshares
Commercial property
Other real estate - Closely-held business interests
- Securities and investments
Stocks
Bonds
Commodities
Life insurance policies - Intellectual property interests
- Retirement funds
401(k)
IRA
Pension - Furnishings
- Artwork
- Jewelry
- Vehicles
- Inheritances or trust funds
How assets are divided in a New Jersey divorce
State law does not require a 50/50 split of assets, only that the division be equitable. Generally, all property acquired by you or your spouse during the marriage is considered marital property subject to division. Non-marital property is separate property and can include gifts, and inheritance as well as businesses and assets acquired before the marriage. Non-marital assets can be exempt from division.
Of course, not all the assets are physically divided. A total value for all assets may be established, and then you and your spouse each receive items or money that adds up to the percentage you are entitled to. The percentage is determined by agreement or by court order.
Hammering out the best possible deal
A significant portion of most divorce litigation centers on what property is marital and what is separate. Once that is determined, there is always debate about who takes which assets. In some instances, a business or asset acquired before the marriage gains value. That increased value may or may not (depending on the facts) be considered divisible property. The issues in high-asset divorces are rarely clear-cut. Our divorce attorneys can make sense of even the most complex cases. We vigorously litigate and negotiate to ensure that you receive your fair share of assets.
More money does not have to mean more problems
High net worth doesn’t necessarily mean high stress and conflict. At Murano & Roth, LLC, we discreetly and professionally assist wealthy and high net worth clients in Bergen, Passaic, Essex and Hudson counties and throughout New Jersey.
Contact Murano & Roth, LLC online or at 201.265.3400 for the caliber of representation your case demands. We offer a free initial consultation.