Mediation and High Net Worth Divorce in Orange County

Orange County Divorce Mediator

Going through a contested divorce can be difficult. However, when there is a lot of money, assets and financial obligations at stake it can get downright dirty, especially if a prenuptial agreement was never signed.  As a board-certified family law specialist and divorce mediator, I am very familiar with high asset and high net worth cases and the difficulties couples have when faced with such a large-scale divorce. In many instances, there are so many legal issues involved that a couple divorcing may not know where to start, or may not be able to come to an agreement on their own. I stand ready to help my clients resolve their cases to the best possible result and offer my mediation services throughout the greater Orange County area.

High Asset & High Net Worth Divorce

The family law court system is well aware of the damaging effects of a divorce and the difficult decisions that must be made about finances, marital property, real estate, assets, trusts, inheritances, pensions, IRAs, stocks, 401(k) accounts, business division, spousal support/alimony, child custody, child support, divorce taxes and many other divorce issues. For instance, who gets what car, what residence, the children and the business are all at stake. If both spouses cannot form some sort of an agreement, then they both will risk a judge making a decision for them that in the end may result in what both feel are very unfair results.

Privacy - Litigation is a Matter of Public Record

Nothing is more embarrassing and exposing than going through the turmoil of a divorce. Because divorce litigation proceedings are made public, every detail involved with the transfer of assets, net worth of your estate, and all other facets of your divorce will become available to the public. Mediation on the other hand, is a private, confidential proceeding that is resolved between the two parties and the mediator. No information about your divorce will be exposed and you can move past your divorce without the loss of your privacy.

Mediation is a term used in family law courts that you may hear over and over again. You will most likely be asked by a judge to try mediation first, to help resolve any issues involved in your high net worth divorce. As an Orange County divorce lawyer I must tell you that I believe mediation to be a highly effective tool when used correctly. In my over 15 years in practice, I have seen many couples facing a high net worth divorce actually communicate in a respectful manner and reach a fair settlement. They were able to do this effectively with my help and guidance through mediation.

Orange County Divorce Mediation Attorney for High Net Worth Cases

As an Orange County divorce mediator, I can meet with both spouses together in confidence, in a private setting to act as a neutral facilitator. In doing so, I can help keep the communication flowing between both spouses. By reaching an agreement through mediation, both spouses can avoid a possible lengthy court battle that may take months or even years to resolve. In addition, both spouses can avoid the unnecessary legal fees associated with a long drawn out divorce, therefore saving money that can be well spent elsewhere.

Faced with a high net worth divorce? Contact Orange County divorce mediator Kevin B. Gibbs today to find out how mediation may help you!