In many family law property disputes, the focus quickly turns to the value of a business. While attention is often given to profits, goodwill, or property, another category of assets can significantly affect the outcome of a settlement: plant, equipment and infrastructure. These assets can include manufacturing machinery, construction equipment, vehicles, specialised tools, or even large infrastructure systems used in a business. Determining their true value is not always str

In many family law property settlements, businesses form part of the asset pool. While attention is often focused on the value of the business itself, one critical component is frequently overlooked, inventory. Inventory can represent a substantial portion of a company’s assets. For manufacturers, wholesalers, retailers, and e-commerce businesses, inventory may account for a significant share of business value. If inventory is incorrectly valued, it can distort the entire bus

When a business is valued in a family law dispute, the focus is often on assets such as property, equipment, or intellectual property. However, liabilities can be just as important in determining the true value of a business. Some liabilities are straightforward financial obligations, such as loans or unpaid invoices. Others are more complex. They may require the business to perform services, repair products, fulfil warranties, or meet environmental obligations. These are kno

When a business is valued in a family law dispute, the final number often attracts the most attention. However, the outcome depends heavily on how the valuation is calculated behind the scenes. Valuation models play a crucial role in this process. They transform financial information, assumptions, and market data into a calculated estimate of value. If the model used is inappropriate or poorly constructed, the valuation can quickly become unreliable. That is why the Internati

When a relationship breaks down and a family law property settlement begins, one of the most contested issues is often the value of a business. For many families, a business represents a significant portion of the marital asset pool. If the valuation is unclear, incomplete, or poorly documented, it can quickly become a source of dispute between the parties. This is where professional valuation standards become critically important. One of the most important international stan