High-Asset Divorce

High-Asset Divorce Attorneys in Dallas & Fort Worth

When significant assets are at stake, the quality of your legal representation directly affects the outcome. At Neave Law PLLC, we bring litigation skill, financial acumen, and deep knowledge of the Texas Family Code to every high-asset divorce we handle.

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When More Is at Stake, Strategy Matters More

High-asset divorces — those involving multi-million dollar marital estates, business interests, complex investments, and significant real estate holdings — require a level of legal strategy and financial sophistication that goes well beyond a standard divorce.

At Neave Law PLLC, our managing attorney Victoria Neave brings a distinctive combination of credentials to these cases: the litigation background to fight for your interests in court, and the legislative experience of having chaired the Texas House committee with jurisdiction over the Texas Family Code. That combination — courtroom skill and insider knowledge of the law — is what clients with the most to protect deserve.

“In a high-asset divorce, the decisions made in the first weeks of a case — about what to protect, what to document, and how to position your interests — can determine the outcome. Early strategy is everything.“

— VICTORIA NEAVE, MANAGING ATTORNEY

What Makes High-Asset Divorce Different

High-asset divorces involve layers of complexity that require more than standard legal representation. Here is what distinguishes these cases — and how we approach them.

Privacy & Discretion

Your reputation is an asset too

High-profile divorces carry reputational risk. Many of our clients are executives, business owners, professionals, and community leaders who require not only skilled legal representation but also discretion. We handle every case with strict confidentiality and a clear understanding of what is at stake beyond the financial estate. Where appropriate, we explore mediation to resolve matters privately and efficiently — without unnecessary public court proceedings.

Our Approach to High-Asset Divorce

Every high-asset case requires a customized strategy. Here is how we build yours.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is a business valued in a Texas divorce?

Business valuation in a Texas divorce typically involves certified business valuators using one or more accepted methods — income-based, market-based, or asset-based approaches. Both sides often retain their own experts. We work with experienced valuators and are prepared to challenge opposing valuations that do not reflect fair market value.

What happens to stock options and deferred compensation in a Texas divorce?

The portion of unvested stock options and deferred compensation that accrued during the marriage is generally considered community property. Valuing and dividing these assets requires careful analysis of vesting schedules, grant dates, and tax implications. Our team has experience handling executive compensation packages in high-asset divorces.

How do I protect assets I owned before the marriage?

Pre-marital assets are separate property and generally protected from division — but only if you can prove they remained separate. This requires documentation such as financial records, account statements, and tracing evidence. The burden of proof rests on the spouse claiming separate property. We help clients build that evidentiary record.

Can a high-asset divorce be resolved without going to court?

Yes — many high-asset divorces are resolved through negotiation or mediation, which offers greater privacy and often faster resolution than a contested trial. However, we always prepare as if the case will go to court. That preparation is what produces favorable settlements.

What if my spouse is hiding assets or undervaluing the business?

Concealing or undervaluing assets in a Texas divorce is a serious legal violation. We use discovery tools — including subpoenas, depositions, and forensic accounting — to uncover the full picture. Courts take a dim view of asset concealment and may award a disproportionate share of the estate to the other spouse as a consequence.

Does fault affect property division in a high-asset Texas divorce?

Yes. In Texas, fault grounds — such as adultery or cruel treatment — can influence how the court divides the marital estate. In high-asset cases, this can represent a significant financial difference. Our team evaluates whether pursuing fault grounds is strategically appropriate in your specific situation.