Divorce Representation with Strategic Tax Planning
Divorce is not just a legal separation - it’s a financial restructuring. The tax implications of your settlement can significantly impact your long-term financial security.
More Than Just Family Law — We Protect
Divorce is not only a legal separation — it is a restructuring of your financial life. Every asset divided, every support agreement signed, and every property transferred carries tax consequences that can affect you for years.
As a tax-focused divorce law firm, we go beyond standard legal representation. We analyze the true after-tax value of marital assets to ensure you understand what you are actually receiving — not just what appears fair on paper.
Comprehensive Divorce & Tax Services
Complex divorces involving businesses, stocks, and real estate require careful tax basis analysis to prevent unnecessary capital gains taxes during division.
We structure support agreements that are fair and compliant with IRS regulations, clarifying dependency exemptions and tax credits.
Understanding the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act changes regarding alimony deductibility. We structure payments effectively for both payor and recipient.
Strategic division of the marital home, retirement accounts (401k/IRA), and investment portfolios with QDRO expertise.
Protect your pre-marital assets and define financial terms. We draft agreements that hold up in court and consider future tax changes.
Aggressive courtroom representation when settlement isn't an option, ensuring your financial rights are defended under the law.
Why Clients Trust Us
Tax Planning Expertise
We are lawyers and tax strategists. We see the financial picture others miss.
Decades of Experience
Over 20 years navigating complex family law and financial landscapes.
Client-Centered
Tailored strategies that prioritize your
specific post-divorce financial goals.
Proven Success
A track record of securing favorable
settlements with minimal tax impact.
Our Strategic Divorce Process
We analyze your marital estate and identify potential tax triggers related to assets, debts, and income streams.
We develop a comprehensive plan that handles legal custody/divorce issues while optimizing for tax efficiency.
Our team files all necessary court documents and tax forms, ensuring full compliance with state and federal laws.
We assist with updating estate plans, tax filings for the year of divorce, and modifying support orders if needed.
Your Divorce & Tax Strategy Team
Leroy S. Perea
Managing Partner, Family Law
LL.M. Taxation
Certified Divorce Financial Analyst
Jonathan combines 20 years of litigation experience with advanced tax credentials to protect high-net-worth clients.
Raymond E. Galvan
Senior Associate, Asset Division
CPA
Family Law Specialist
Elena leverages her background in forensic accounting to uncover hidden assets and ensure equitable settlements.
Terrence B. Hopper
Of Counsel, Estate & Tax Planning
J.D., MBA
David focuses on the intersection of divorce settlement and long-term estate preservation strategies.
Outcomes That Protect Wealth & Peace of Mind
Discreet, anonymized success stories from our practice.
Preserved $1.2M in After-Tax Assets
"Through strategic QDRO & division planning, our team structured the settlement so the client retained significantly more retirement value than initially proposed by opposing counsel."
Reduced Taxable Alimony Exposure by $180k
"We utilized creative structuring involving property buyouts in lieu of cash payments, effectively reducing the client's long-term tax liability significantly."
Successful Business Valuation Defense
"Fought against an inflated valuation of a family business, saving the client over $500k in unnecessary buyout costs."
International Asset Division
"Navigated complex jurisdictional issues and tax treaties to divide offshore accounts without triggering penalties."
Frequently Asked Questions
Common queries regarding divorce and tax planning.
Start Your Divorce Journey with Confidence
Schedule your confidential consultation and start building a stronger financial foundation.