High-Net-Worth Divorce Attorneys in White Plains, NY
High-Net-Worth Divorce Representation in Westchester, Rockland, Putnam, Dutchess, Suffolk, Nassau, Rockland & New York Counties
A high-net-worth divorce has traditionally been defined as a divorce involving more than one million dollars in net liquid assets. Today, that amount has substantially increased, and more and more cases involve many millions of dollars.
If you are a high-net-worth individual facing a high-asset divorce, your case will likely involve unique challenges related to the identification, valuation, and distribution of your property. You have more at risk than others, and you need an attorney who can reduce that risk and aggressively pursue a just outcome that protects your future.
With decades of experience handling complex financial issues in divorce, our seasoned family law attorneys at Nolletti Law Group PLLC are prepared to offer comprehensive, results-driven representation to high-net-worth individuals. Our culture of excellence demands that we deliver the highest level of personal attention, strategic advocacy, and discretion. Our firm is led by a founding member of the AACFL’s New York chapter who is board-certified as a family law litigator and has nearly 50 years of experience. Few attorneys hold these credentials, and we are ready to put our resources and extensive knowledge to work for you. No matter your circumstances, we can provide tailored representation aligned with your priorities from beginning to end.
Call (914) 768-2902 or contact us online to schedule a time to discuss your case with our high-net-worth divorce lawyers in White Plains, NY. We can meet with you virtually.
What Makes High-Net-Worth Divorces Different?
A high-net-worth divorce generally involves substantial assets, complex financial structures, and significant income streams, which makes property division and support calculations exponentially more complicated. Our attorneys are adept at handling these intricate matters and are prepared to focus strategically on wealth preservation and securing optimal outcomes.
We have experience navigating many differentiating factors in high-net-worth divorces, including:
- Intricate asset portfolios and valuation. Unlike cases involving a standard set of straightforward assets, high-net-worth divorces frequently require us to identify, characterize, and value highly complex and diverse assets. This can include investment portfolios, private equity holdings, cryptocurrency, deferred compensation plans, and valuable art collections. We can engage independent appraisers and financial experts to establish accurate values.
- Business ownership and division. When a marital estate includes a closely held business, professional practice, or significant stakes in a large corporation, we can work to determine the business's current value, separate marital appreciation from pre-marital ownership, and develop solutions like buyouts or structured payments that allow the business to remain operational with minimal disruption.
- Forensic investigation and hidden assets. The incentive to conceal wealth is greater in high-stakes cases. We can deploy forensic accountants and conduct extensive discovery procedures to track down undisclosed funds, whether they reside in offshore accounts or are hidden by income manipulation, such as delaying bonuses or consulting fees.
- Non-standard support calculations. Both child support and spousal maintenance calculations almost always move beyond conventional formulas in high-net-worth divorces. The amount of support must reflect the high marital standard of living. We can meticulously analyze income from various sources to seek support figures that meet the financial needs and reasonably maintain the lifestyle of our clients.
- Challenging prenuptial and postnuptial agreements. While many high-net-worth couples execute prenuptial or postnuptial agreements, these documents are often challenged during a divorce. We can both defend the validity of these agreements and challenge them on grounds like duress, non-disclosure, or unconscionability.
- Advanced tax planning. Asset division in a high-net-worth divorce can trigger significant capital gains and other tax liabilities. What may seem like an equitable division on paper may ultimately result in an unequal net distribution after taxes. We can structure settlements to minimize the tax consequences of property transfers, retirement account division, and other assets to protect our clients' long-term financial stability.
