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Litigation Support Services
Domestic Relations
Many domestic relations cases will require a business valuation for each marital partner. Determining an accurate assessment of value may minimize the need for litigation. If litigation is required, a variety of valuation issues must be considered. Issues include the standard of value, personal goodwill versus enterprise goodwill, fair and reasonable owner's salary, discounts and premiums for minority versus control positions, and lack of marketability to sell the business.
We have extensive experience involving divorce cases. Most cases have settled before litigation, however, we have provided expert testimony in several cases. We represent either the business owning spouse, or the non-business owning spouse and plaintiff or defendant. In several cases, we have been retained as a joint-expert representing both spouses' interests. This stands as a testimony to our unbiased, independent and objective state of mind and approach.
Assessing Damages
Damages can often be difficult to quantify and require the expertise of an experienced professional. The need for damage assessments may occur in a variety of situations, including contract breaches, intellectual property infringement, employment discrimination, personal or business related injury, product liability and insurance claims.
We have been involved in numerous damages cases representing both plaintiffs and defendants.
Bankruptcy and Reorganization
When considering bankruptcy or reorganization, the primary question is whether the company is worth more as a going concern than it is worth in liquidation. Consideration must be given as to the best and most valuable use of the company's assets. One of the most challenging aspects is determining the value of the intangible assets. Analyzing the company in a variety of operating scenarios will assist the decision making process to structure the most appropriate plan of reorganization or liquidation.
We have been involved in several cases that included assessing fraudulent conveyance after-the-fact. Our services have included business valuations, patent valuation, and asset transfer tracing.
Case Support and Expert Testimony
Preparing for trial is complicated and stressful. And choosing the wrong expert can lead to disaster. Our litigation experience will put your mind at ease. We understand the role of the experts and consultants, the rules of evidence, and the professional responsibilities that are involved with testifying.
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