Divorce and Domestic Relations Litigation: Financial Adviser's Guide [Hardcover]

Thomas F. Burrage (Author), Sandra Morgan Little (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0471225258 | ISBN-13: 978-0471225256 | Publication Date: March 31, 2003 | Edition: 1

Divorce and Domestic Relations Litigation represents the accountant's body of knowledge on divorce and domestic relations and how it relates to the divorce process, alimony, child support, and property. At once a reference tool and a training guide for firms entering this specialization, this book provides the financial professional with a single source of information regarding the financial impact, the practical course, and the underlying theories that impact domestic relations.

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From the Inside Flap

For financial planners, accountants, attorneys, and their clients, the existence of sound and knowledgeable financial guidance is central to success in a divorce litigation. Divorce and Domestic Relations Litigation: Financial Adviser’s Guide consolidates the essential concepts and practices of dividing property and determining financial support into one comprehensive volume. It is the first resource designed to provide objective, arm’s-length answers on this all-too-subjective and emotional topic.

What are the standard guidelines for determining alimony, child support, property and business valuation, and other important financial issues? How might the dissolution of a cohabitation or other nontraditional arrangement be treated differently than that of a marriage? Divorce and Domestic Relations Litigation answers these and hundreds of other questions, and provides financial advisers and accountants with the body of knowledge they need to counsel and represent their clients accurately, effectively, and with a minimum of confusion and second-guessing. Look to this unique and valuable resource for complete coverage of topics including:

• The role of the financial adviser
• Determination and taxation of property divisions
• Valuation of businesses
• Valuation and division of retirement plans
• Taxation and determination of spousal and child support
• Issues of marital residences
• Legal testimony: how to prepare, what is expected

For accountants and financial advisers, the deeply held emotions and financial complexities of divorce make virtually every other task seem like child’s play. Before you are thrust into that game, be certain that you know the rules. Divorce and Domestic Relations Litigation will provide you with the facts you need to know to fulfill your fiduciary responsibilities and, just as important, provide your clients with the expert and trustworthy guidance they need to take the financial sting out of this difficult stage of their lives.

From the Back Cover

THE ONLY COMPREHENSIVE RESOURCE for UNDERSTANDING EVERY KEY FINANCIAL ASPECT of DIVORCE LITIGATION

The breakup of a marriage or relationship is an emotionally–– and financially–– turbulent time. Are you prepared to truly represent the best financial interests of your clients on paper, in the negotiating room, and even, if necessary, on the witness stand? Divorce and Domestic Relations Litigation: Financial Adviser’s Guide is both a training guide and a reference tool to help you and your firm navigate within this delicate terrain. Covering everything from the preparatory tasks and responsibilities of the financial adviser to ways to ensure that the final dissolution is equitable and satisfying, it will tell you everything you need to know, alert you to common trouble spots, and ensure that your clients receive the rock-solid support and guidance they need during this otherwise stressful time.

Praise for Divorce and Domestic Relations Litigation:

"What is striking [about Divorce and Domestic Relations Litigation] is the clear, straightforward style. This book should have many audiences beyond just the financial community. The discussion of legal process would be helpful to the general public, clients, law students, and practicing attorneys. The book’s major strength is readability. To make the legal process clear is an art form."
–– David P. Levin
Attorney, mediator, and court administrator

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 264 pages
• Publisher: Wiley; 1 edition (March 31, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0471225258
• ISBN-13: 978-0471225256
• Product Dimensions: 9.5 x 6.1 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,020,157 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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