Corporate Divorce/ Business & Shareholder Disputes

Disagreements among principals of closely-held or family businesses, can lead to contentious, protracted, and disruptive disputes.  We advise on avoidance or resolution of conflicts among owners of closely held companies. Services include negotiation, advice on strategy and tactics as well as pre-litigation counseling.

The Business Divorce Team at RIW has deep experience in this complex environment.

Through our multi-disciplinary team of lawyers from across RIW practice areas, including, Corporate, Tax, Trusts & Estates as well as Litigation and Mediation, we apply practical business solutions to the range of complex problems involved in business breakups. Where appropriate we call upon our network of highly qualified outside resources such as financial planners, valuation and even public relations professionals, etc.

Early identification of key issues and quick action can minimize costs, business disruption and emotional toll. Our goal is to resolve disputes if possible, otherwise to facilitate transition while protecting clients' financial interests, limit their liability, and preserve business value and viability.

We employ a variety of strategies including buy-outs, sale, reorganization and division of assets. 

Whether the structure is an LLC, Corporation, Partnership or other entity, untangling ownership interests can be extremely complex.

Fraught with the usual legal, tax and accounting complications of any business dispute, disagreements among principals or shareholders in these environments contain a unique set of emotional issues which can distract and derail early resolution, and lead to costly litigation or damage to the business.

RIW's Business Divorce Team has the legal expertise and practical business experience to counsel our clients toward achieving their desired outcomes.

Contact
For more information, please contact Lou Katz at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or Russ Stein @ This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it , or call 617.742.4200