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Family,
Business Law

Jul. 15, 2025

Business valuations and forensic accounting steady the path in divorce

In California divorces, where the goal is clear asset division, a credible business valuation backed by forensic accounting -- can cut through emotion and support efficient, fair resolutions.

Thomas Pastore

CEO and Co-Founder
Sanli Pastore & Hill, Inc.

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Business valuations and forensic accounting steady the path in divorce
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In family law, emotions often run high. But unlike broader civil litigation with its open-ended uncertainties, marital dissolution in California-- being a community property state -- has a clear goal: the division of assets. This provides an opportunity for efficient resolutions, particularly in cases involving business ownership. The key? A credible business valuation supported by forensic accounting that uncovers the true financia...

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