Expert Financial Analysis for Divorce & Family Law

Complex divorce cases require sophisticated financial analysis to ensure equitable distribution of marital assets and appropriate support calculations. Our forensic economics team provides comprehensive financial expertise for high-asset divorces, business valuations, and income determinations that withstand scrutiny in family court proceedings.

Family Law Services We Provide

  • Business Valuation: Professional practice and closely-held business appraisals for marital estates
  • Income Analysis: Determining true income for support calculations, including unreported income
  • Asset Tracing: Identifying and valuing marital vs. separate property
  • Lifestyle Analysis: Historical spending patterns for support determinations
  • Employability Assessment: Vocational evaluations for imputed income calculations
  • Pension Valuation: Present value calculations for retirement benefits and QDROs
  • Stock Option Analysis: Valuation of executive compensation packages
  • Hidden Asset Investigation: Financial forensics to uncover concealed assets

Business Valuation in Divorce

We specialize in valuing businesses for divorce proceedings, including:

Professional Practices

  • Medical & dental practices
  • Law firms
  • Accounting firms
  • Consulting businesses
  • Engineering firms

Closely-Held Businesses

  • Family businesses
  • Partnerships
  • S-Corporations
  • LLCs
  • Sole proprietorships

Income Determination & Support Calculations

Accurate income analysis is crucial for fair support determinations. We analyze:

  • W-2 wages and salary compensation
  • Self-employment and business income
  • Investment returns and passive income
  • Deferred compensation and stock options
  • Perquisites and non-cash benefits
  • Unreported or hidden income
  • Earning capacity for underemployed spouses

Complex Asset Valuation

Retirement Assets

  • 401(k) and 403(b) plans
  • Defined benefit pensions
  • IRAs and Roth IRAs
  • Deferred compensation
  • Military retirement

Executive Compensation

  • Stock options (ISOs & NSOs)
  • Restricted stock units
  • Performance shares
  • Phantom stock
  • SARs and other equity

Investment Assets

  • Real estate holdings
  • Securities portfolios
  • Private equity interests
  • Hedge fund investments
  • Cryptocurrency

Our Family Law Methodology

1. Document Review

Comprehensive analysis of financial records, tax returns, and business documents

2. Asset Identification

Complete inventory and characterization of marital and separate property

3. Valuation Analysis

Application of appropriate valuation methods for each asset type

4. Report Preparation

Clear, comprehensive reports suitable for negotiation or court presentation

Rhode Island Family Law Expertise

We understand Rhode Island's equitable distribution laws and provide analysis that addresses:

  • Factors under RI Gen. Laws § 15-5-16.1 for property division
  • Alimony considerations per Rhode Island statutes
  • Child support guidelines and deviations
  • Premarital agreement valuations
  • Post-divorce modification support

Collaborative Divorce Support

In addition to litigation support, we work with collaborative divorce teams:

  • Neutral financial expert services
  • Joint business valuations
  • Settlement option modeling
  • Tax impact analysis
  • Cash flow projections

Need a Financial Expert for Your Family Law Case?

Get comprehensive financial analysis and valuation services for your divorce or family law matter.

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