High Asset Divorce

in Cleveland & Northeast Ohio

HIGH ASSET DIVORCE

Dividing a complex marital estate requires more than just legal experience — it takes strategic planning, financial awareness, and the ability to protect long-term interests. We represent professionals, entrepreneurs, and individuals with substantial assets who need focused, discreet, and experienced legal guidance during divorce.


If you live in Cleveland, Independence, Beachwood, Akron, Westlake, or nearby, we help you navigate high-asset divorce with clarity and confidence — whether you're initiating the process or responding to a petition.

What Makes a High Asset Divorce Different?

BUSINESS OWNERSHIP & VALUATION

If you or your spouse own a business, that business must be properly valued before any division can occur.


We work with trusted financial experts when necessary and help you understand how business interests are handled in Ohio divorce proceedings.

REAL ESTATE & INVESTMENT PROPERTY

Marital estates often include multiple homes, vacation properties, or rental real estate.
We help clients address property valuation, division, or buyouts — and understand the impact of keeping or selling assets.

RETIREMENT ACCOUNTS & INVESTMENTS

Pensions, 401(k)s, IRAs, brokerage accounts, and stock options are common in high-income households.
We guide you through Qualified Domestic Relations Orders (QDROs), tax considerations, and division strategies that protect long-term financial health.

High-Stakes & High-Asset Divorce Cases

If your case involves a business, real estate, investment accounts, retirement plans, or complex assets, we have experience managing the financial side of divorce with precision. We work with professionals, entrepreneurs, and individuals who need strategic asset protection and straightforward advice.

INHERITANCE, TRUSTS & PREMARITAL WEALTH

Inherited funds and premarital assets are often non-marital — but commingling can complicate things.


We review your financial history, clarify what’s marital vs. separate, and build a strong case to protect what’s yours.

ALIMONY IN HIGH-INCOME CASES

Spousal support calculations can be more nuanced when one party earns significantly more.
We provide realistic expectations based on income patterns, lifestyle, and length of marriage, and help protect against inflated or unfair demands.

Who We Help

We work with business owners, physicians, attorneys, executives, and their spouses — anyone facing divorce with significant or complicated assets. Whether you want to preserve a business, ensure a fair division, or prepare for long-term financial security, we’ll help you move forward strategically.

OUR APPROACH

  • We assess the big picture and all relevant financial details
  • We bring in appraisers, accountants, or valuation experts when needed
  • We prioritize discretion, privacy & smart negotiation
  • We provide clear cost expectations from the beginning
  • We don’t just split — we strategize for what comes next

FAQs

  • What qualifies as a high-asset divorce in Ohio?

    Typically, high-asset divorce involves significant property, business interests, retirement accounts, or investments requiring careful division and valuation.

  • How are businesses divided in a divorce?

    A business may be classified as marital property or mixed, depending on how and when it was acquired. We work with financial experts to determine accurate value and protect ownership rights.

  • Will I have to divide my retirement accounts?

    Possibly. In Ohio, retirement assets earned during the marriage are subject to division. QDROs are used for pensions, 401(k)s, and other qualified plans.

  • Can I keep inherited property in a divorce?

    Inheritances are usually considered separate property, but can become marital if commingled. Proper documentation is key to protecting inherited assets.

  • Do high-asset divorces always go to trial?

    Not necessarily. Many high-asset divorces are resolved through negotiation or mediation, but complex or contested cases may require litigation.

Have any more questions?

I WILL GIVE YOU HONEST ADVICE.

We don’t sugarcoat the truth — we give clear, honest advice.

I WILL PROVIDE YOU WITH CLEAR PRICING.

We explain costs upfront so there are no financial surprises.

I WILL LISTEN TO YOU FIRST.

We listen first, then guide you through your legal options.

TOGETHER, WE'LL FOCUS ON YOUR FUTURE.

We focus on practical outcomes that position you for a stronger future.