Business Issues Related to Divorce

Gislason & Hunter's attorneys are well aware of the financial and emotional issues surrounding divorces which implicate a farm, small business interest, and other high net worth divorces.  Many of our attorneys grew up on a farm or worked for a family business.  All of our attorneys are familiar with and understand complex asset valuation and division, including business and farm interests, as part of a divorce proceeding.

Valuation of Farm or Family Business

With the assistance of outside accountants and valuation experts, our attorneys work diligently to value a small business or farm using the recognized approaches to valuation. We also work to maximize the tax advantages to our clients and the marital estate.  Our attorneys are familiar with and understand business and farm-related documentation which impacts the value of a business, including buy-sell agreements.  We are also prepared to deal with any role non-marital property plays in farms and other businesses.

Many times, business and farm owners have a significant net worth, and it is important to hire attorneys who understand not only family law, but business, tax, estate planning, and real estate law. A solid foundation in accounting, finance and general business issues is also essential.  Gislason & Hunter attorneys are familiar with these areas and are prepared to handle any issues that may arise during the division of a farm or family business.