Divorces are rough, and besides the emotional toll, there are also the financial costs. Spouses are often concerned about how their assets might be divided following a divorce. If you have a high net worth, then this process can be extra challenging. You worked hard to cultivate a high net worth, so you should do your best to protect it when life gets unpredictable. Call our Evanston, IL high net worth divorce lawyer at Hurst, Robin, Kay & Allen, LLC to see how we can help!
Evanston, IL High Net Worth Divorce Lawyer
When couples have significant assets, they may qualify as high net worth. Examples of significant assets can include major investments like stocks, bonds, and real estate investment trusts. Often, couples may have real estate like multiple houses, vacation homes, businesses, and investment properties. High-value assets like artwork, jewelry, and collectibles may also apply.
If either spouse has a lot to lose financially, then they’re likely in a high net worth divorce. Our legal team can help assess all of your assets to determine their overall value. It’ll be our mission to protect your financial interests as much as possible. During negotiations, we’ll provide guidance and fight for any agreements or settlements that represent the best case scenario for our client. We’ll work to make sure that any settlement is fair, and we can help you with both your immediate and future financial needs.
Sometimes, negotiations and mediation are enough to settle a case. When high-value assets are at stake, however, disputes and disagreements are bound to come up. Avoiding litigation is often the best route to take, but if disputes continue to occur, then our team can apply legal pressure.
Why Experience Matters For High-Net-Worth Divorces
The division process is complex, especially if you have several real estate properties and other high-ticket assets. You’ll want to work with our Evanston high net worth divorce lawyer because the right experience can make a major difference.
- Our attorney, Olga Stambler, has nearly three decades of legal experience. She focuses exclusively on family law, including divorce and specific areas like pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements.
- Olga A. Allen is well used to complex divorce proceedings, as she has handled hundreds of cases involving complicated asset divisions. She understands that every case comes with its own nuances and considerations. Her due diligence has resulted in her receiving a “Rising Star” award from Super Lawyers for 2016, 2017, 2018, and 2019, a distinction only given to the top 2.5% of attorneys in Illinois under the age of 40.
- Neil A. Robin has over 36 years of experience in handling marital matters. As a seasoned trial attorney, he has no problem taking a case to court if a settlement outside the courtroom isn’t possible.
When you’ve worked hard to earn your money and assets, you deserve to protect them should a divorce be on the horizon. Find out how our Evanston high net worth divorce lawyer can assist you with protecting your assets following a divorce. Call Hurst, Robin, Kay & Allen, LLC today to hear more!