In matters of asset division in divorce or separation, the law can be complicated. For example, when a couple divorces, there may be questions of ownership with regard to the family home. While a prenuptial agreement can help you avoid confusion by stating exactly what each spouse will receive in …
Divorce settlement reaches record highs
On behalf of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in High Asset Divorce on Friday, May 23, 2014. A Switzerland-based Russian billionaire and his wife made headlines around the world last week when a court issued a $4.9 billion judgment in favour of the wife, but there are a number of …
Tax Friendly Preservation of Family Assets
By Gary Kirk of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in Estate Law on Friday, September 6, 2013. Our Family and Estate Law clients who approach us looking for a way to preserve assets through a Pre-nuptial Agreement – particularly those who have a high net worth – will often generate a …