Carl Taylor, Esq. Business valuation is no simple thing; perhaps best described as more art than science. There is a reason why expert witnesses are often required in valuing businesses, particularly medium or larger. And in some ways, a publicly traded business is easier to value than a closely held one. Here, let’s consider some of the threats … Read more
Summary: In this episode of the Happily Even After podcast, attorney Carl Taylor discusses the film ‘Marriage Story and its reflection on the divorce process. He explores the accuracy of the film in portraying the emotional and legal complexities of divorce, the roles of different types of divorce lawyers, and the impact of divorce on … Read more
One common trend in a marriage where one party has a successful business, particularly when the couple has children, is for the other partner to forego certain income opportunities to help support the house. They may work for the business, or part-time, or perhaps not work outside the home at all. This all may be … Read more
One of the most complex situations to arise in either divorce or business law, is where two spouses, who also happen to be co-business owners, decide it is time to end their marriage. There is much to untangle here, and the interplay between corporate documents and marital documents such as prenuptial agreements can require a … Read more
Now that the basic framework of a New Jersey prenuptial agreement is understood, onto the primary question of this section of the book: what should you do if your spouse seeks a prenuptial agreement? My Fiancee Suddenly Wants a Prenup Firstly, it’s important to not take the suggestion of a prenuptial agreement personally or as … Read more
Oftentimes getting to Happily EVEN After involves remarriage. Many second and third marriages are extremely satisfying, but there is a statistically higher risk of divorce in subsequent marriages. Prenuptial Agreements for Second Marriages Throughout my career I have negotiated may prenuptial agreements for couples contemplating marriage but looking to set specific parameters in the … Read more
Summary: In this episode of the Carl Taylor Law Podcast, Carl Taylor discusses the significant impact of technology, particularly artificial intelligence, on family law. He reflects on the evolution of technology from the past to the present and raises concerns about the potential for negative implications in legal proceedings, especially regarding the authenticity of evidence. … Read more
It’s a little-known fact about me–something even some of my close friends and family members do not know. Up until the start of my legal career, I used to blog anonymously about personal finance. My website eventually received thousands of unique visitors per month and actually generated some money that helped me pay down some … Read more
One of the best things a business owner can do when confronting a personal divorce is to maintain great records. Same as with an IRS audit, your books can be your best friend or your worst enemy in a divorce. You must do everything you can to no commingle your business and personal lives. Maintaining … Read more
Alimony can be one of the thorniest issues in a New Jersey Divorce. In cases where the parties have no children, it is often the most difficult issue to negotiate. Over the past several years, the New Jersey Alimony Reform Statute and recent changes to the Federal Tax Code have made alimony even more difficult … Read more
