A Partner At Mclaughlin & Stern, LLP – Naples, Florida
Attorney & Counselor At Law
Beverly L. Brennan Attorney & Counsellor at Law Naples Florida
Attorney & Counselor At Law
When you are navigating a high-asset divorce, understanding the complete financial picture is not just helpful; it is essential. This is because the stakes are higher and the assets are more complex. Without a clear view of all financial holdings, you risk walking...
Florida’s alimony laws changed significantly in recent years, so the rules about when spousal support can be received (along with how much and for how long) are unfamiliar to most people. Alimony still exists in Florida, but the state eliminated permanent alimony for...
A family business can feel separate from the marriage because one spouse runs it every day. In a Florida divorce, though, ownership, business income and company growth may all become part of the financial picture. That does not always mean a spouse will lose the...
Divorce can be extra complicated when one spouse is a corporate executive. Many leaders receive special perks as part of their job. One of these benefits is a golden parachute. In a Florida divorce, these payments raise big questions about whether they count as shared...
Many people going through a divorce in Florida ask the same question: Is there a limit to how much alimony a judge can order? This is a top concern for business owners, doctors and executives. While there is no "flat dollar" limit, recent changes to Florida law have...
A family business is often more than a source of income, it can reflect a family’s legacy and the collective effort behind its success. When divorce enters the picture, many spouses question whether the business can continue to operate or remain intact. In Florida,...
Dividing property in a high-asset divorce often goes beyond splitting bank accounts and homes. When wealth includes businesses, investments or overseas holdings, honesty becomes critical. Courts expect full openness about money, but that does not always happen. When...
Dividing assets is one of the most contentious parts of any divorce. After all, you want to know who gets to keep the house or the car, right? But when you focus only on the bigger and common assets during divorce, it's easy to overlook the smaller and uncommon ones...
Dividing assets in a divorce can be complicated, but handling luxury assets requires extra attention. Luxury items, such as high-end cars, fine jewelry, art collections, and vacation properties, hold significant value and often become part of the marital property. You...
High-asset divorces often involve complex property division, especially when transferring real estate. Understanding the tax implications of these transfers can help protect financial interests and avoid unexpected costs. What to know about capital gains taxes When...
