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At the conclusion of each case, we will typically speak with our clients and ask them about what are the long-term goals, what do their future plans look like. Sometimes that will mean that we may refer them to a trust and estates attorney for future planning. Sometimes that might mean that we might refer

Some high-net-worth divorces involve substantial wealth but limited available cash. A family may own valuable assets, investment interests, retirement accounts, or closely held holdings, yet still face practical problems paying expenses during the divorce.     Liquidity can become a major issue when assets cannot be sold quickly or when selling them would create tax consequences,

People often use the word, “I have a complex case,” but what does that really mean? Complex to us at Brodie Friedman means a few things. Is it a complex case on financials for purposes of property division or alimony or child support or income? Or is it a complex case regarding children’s issues, time

In a high-asset divorce, equal numbers do not always create equal outcomes. Tax consequences can significantly affect the true value of a settlement. Two assets may appear comparable, but one may carry embedded gains, future tax liability, or limited access to cash.   Florida divorce settlements should be reviewed with attention to after-tax value. This

Brodie Friedman is proud to announce that firm partners Jason Brodie and Joshua Friedman have been recognized as Boca Raton Top Lawyers for 2026 by the Boca Raton Observer. This recognition highlights Jason and Joshua’s professional achievements and their longstanding commitment to representing individuals and families throughout Boca Raton and South Florida. As partners at

If you think that the judge ruled wrong in the ruling, if you think that the judge let in evidence that shouldn’t have been let in, if you think that something was done improper, then you have the right to appeal the order. Appeals though are costly, and appeals take time. I tell people when

Private equity, hedge fund interests, limited partnerships, and other illiquid investments can be challenging in divorce. These assets may have substantial value on paper but may not be easy to sell, divide, or transfer.   In a Florida divorce, the issue is not only what an asset is worth. The court and the parties may

When there’s a court order in place and the other party doesn’t follow it, there’s multiple things you can do. Number one, you can reach out to the other party. If they have an attorney, you reach out to them and try and resolve it without having to spend a lot of money. If that

Trusts and inherited wealth can add a sophisticated layer to divorce. A spouse may have family wealth, distributions from a trust, inherited assets, or expectations of future benefits. These issues require careful analysis because not every asset connected to a spouse is automatically divided in divorce.   Florida courts generally distinguish between marital and nonmarital

Social media posts have a lot of unintended consequences and collateral damage. Social media posts can be used against the party who posted it. We always tell our clients, do not make social media posts during the dissolution of marriage case because of the unintended consequences and collateral damage that we know can occur from