At Eisenberg & Spilman, PLLC, we understand that your business and financial needs might be at the forefront of your mind when you initiate the divorce process. Rest assured, our attorneys have vast knowledge and experience handling complex divorce cases involving extensive assets and closely held businesses.
A skilled family law attorney from our firm will assess your unique circumstances as they develop a customized strategy for your case. Let us offer you the same comprehensive family law legal representation with unmatched business know-how that all our clients receive.
Are you concerned about how a divorce will affect your portfolio or business interests? Retaining an attorney from our firm means you will also benefit from working with other professionals with whom we frequently consult and collaborate to achieve your best outcome. From business appraisers to financial planners to forensic accountants, we work with a wide range of professionals throughout your case.
The attorneys at Eisenberg & Spilman, PLLC are well-equipped to help you with your divorce or family law matter, regardless of the complexity, including the following:
We understand your concerns about how a divorce will affect your business. Accordingly, determining whether the business is a marital asset is often a priority. You may own the business with your spouse.
Or, you may be more involved in the day-to-day operations of the business, but you started the business during the marriage, affecting whether the business will be considered a marital asset. We will examine whether ownership interests in the business are affected by a prenuptial or postnuptial agreement.
Once we determine whether the business is a marital asset, we can advise you concerning your options, as whether the business is a marital asset can significantly impact the property division in the divorce. Depending on your specific circumstances, we may recommend you buy out your spouse so you are the sole owner. Or, if the divorce is not contentious and you wish to continue to work together, you could do so under a new partnership agreement. The third option is conducting a business valuation to sell the company to a third party. In this scenario, you would split the sale proceeds with your spouse.
A business valuation may be needed in your case if there is a dispute about value that could impact settlement negotiations or if you agree to sell the business. The nature of your business and the circumstances of the divorce generally dictate the valuation method we may use, which includes the following three types:
Eisenberg & Spilman, PLLC distinguishes itself from other Michigan family law firms by fairly billing our clients for the work we do. We understand the financial strain that divorce proceedings can put on you and your family. We will ensure you understand your bill, and we are happy to answer any questions about our fair and reasonable fees and costs.
As a firm composed of only female attorneys, we bring a unique perspective to your case. Laura E. Eisenberg and Amy M. Spilman are fellows of American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML). Laura is the immediate past president of the Michigan chapter, Laura’s practice involves complex matrimonial cases, frequently representing business owners. From doctors and lawyers to accountants, Laura and her entire team of highly experienced attorneys counsels professionals on family law matters so they can focus on managing and growing their businesses.
Instead of a one-size-fits-all firm, retaining an attorney from our firm means you will work with a dynamic group of attorneys who will collaborate with you to achieve your goals. If you want strong legal advocacy delivered in a fair and transparent manner, look no further than the compassionate Eisenberg & Spilman, PLLC family law attorneys.
Whether you want to file for divorce or have just been served with divorce papers, a family lawyer from Eisenberg & Spilman, PLLC, is here to help. Regardless of your case’s complexity or your marital estate’s size, we are prepared to vigorously advocate for your legal rights in a divorce. Contact us to get started with your case by speaking with one of our attorneys in a confidential initial consultation. We are pleased to offer evening and weekend appointments upon request for your convenience.