Many people are unaware of the nuanced tax implications that are associated with getting a divorce. There are several potential pitfalls that you will want to avoid during the divorce process and after the divorce is completed and a judgment is entered. Pitfall # 1 – California is a Community Property State and the IRS…
A divorce involving a high net-worth couple presents unique challenges. In such cases, a forensic accountant is almost always needed to unravel complex financial issues. The size of the net worth in a case is a major factor in determining how involved a forensic accountant must be. Often, high net-worth divorces require a comprehensive business…
In some divorce cases, a spouse may attempt to hide assets or engage in fraudulent activities to gain an unfair advantage during the division of property. Detecting signs of financial fraud is crucial to ensure a fair and equitable outcome. Ron Anfuso is a Los Angeles Divorce Forensic Accountant who can help uncover situations of…
Divorce can be a difficult process, especially when there are financial inequalities between the two spouses. In such cases, it is essential to ensure an open and honest exchange of information so that both parties have a clear understanding of the finances. In most families, one spouse may have more knowledge and skill regarding the…
John Lawler (Petitioner) Versus Carol Lawler (Respondent) Forensic Accountants’ Positions and Ruling by the Court Presented by Ron J. Anfuso, CPA, ABV, CFF, CDFA, FABFA In the previous newsletter, I discussed the stipulations agreed upon by the parties for this trial, as well as a brief mention of the positions the forensic accountants would need…
Ron’s Corner In issue 68 of Forensic Accounting Today, I briefly discussed a case involving reasonable compensation in which I prevailed. This was a complex case involving the purchase of several accounting practices by Petitioner both before and after the couple’s date of separation. I have decided to devote this and at least one following…
Some divorces have complex financial issues. In such cases, a forensic accountant can be called in to analyze financial documents to help divorcing couples in the collaborative process, or in court when litigation is involved, to determine the value of assets and how those assets should be divided. They also assist in decision-making on child and…
By Ron J. Anfuso, CPA, ABV, CFF, CDFA, FABFA Industry-Specific Databases The specific databases I have subscribed to for several years are surveys of attorneys, physicians, and accountants. Although some accountants may not obtain these surveys due to their cost, I subscribe because each provides a wealth of information that enables me to more accurately…
By Ron J. Anfuso, CPA, ABV, CFF, CDFA, FABFA I always inform judges, attorneys and clients that business valuation is not an exact science. Two of those areas that require some subjectivity when valuing a business are the determination of reason- able compensation and the risk associated with the business. The means by which to…
Some Financial Considerations You Probably Should Consider I congratulate you and wish you all the best. However, I do want to provide you some important statistical information and advise you to consider protecting your assets just in case sometime in the future your remarriage turns out not to be what you or your future spouse…
