Author name: Family Lawyers of Atlanta

It is no surprise that property during a high-asset divorce can often turn into a highly contentious matter. The stakes are high for both spouses, and the battle over money is one of the primary sources of disagreement. In order to get the upper hand, some high-income individuals may try to hide assets or deplete […]

One of the most challenging aspects of any divorce is dividing the assets. In the case of a high-asset divorce, there can be a lot of uncertainty surrounding the asset division, and deciding what constitutes marital property as opposed to separate property can become extremely important. At Family Lawyers of Atlanta, our attorney regularly works

During divorce, all marital property must be identified, valued and divided. Retirement accounts are often a big piece of that puzzle. One or both of you may have significant funds locked up in individual retirement accounts (IRAs), 401(k)s and other defined contribution plans. For many people, these assets amount to a significant percentage of their

During divorce, your property and financial matters are likely to come under the microscope. All your property — including stocks, stock options and investment accounts — must be identified, valued and, if appropriate, divided fairly. Under Georgia’s equitable distribution approach to property division, how your stocks and investments are allocated will depend on your individual

Many people don’t realize that divorce has significant tax implications. This is especially true for high net worth couples. Many of these tax considerations are easy to overlook. Sometimes, even the wording of an order or settlement agreement can drastically impact your tax burdens. If you’re struggling with tax considerations when getting divorced, it’s important to