Campbell Attorneys — Dividing Stock Options in a Divorce
Santa Clara County Employee Stock Options Lawyers
At the Campbell-based Law Offices of Robert J. Tennant, we assist clients in dividing stock options, post-separation bonuses, and other retention bonuses in divorce. We work to characterize the stock portfolios of our clients, determining whether the property is considered separate or community. We analyze the stock both for its current value, as well as the potential value in the future.
The attorneys at our firm have more than 50 combined years of experience in property division and high-asset divorce matters. A number of questions may arise that add to the complexity of dividing employee stock options:
- Is the stock owned individually or jointly?
- How much, if any, of the stock is considered marital property?
- How much has the value of the stock appreciated?
- Does the couple have a prenuptial agreement ? If so, how does it affect property division?
- Are there any tax implications to consider?
Our firm works hard to protect the assets and financial investments of clients facing divorce. We understand the concerns of both sides of the issue: both the owner of the stock option, as well as the party who may have contributed to the value of the stock.
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For more information about dividing stock options in divorce, contact our Santa Clara County law office to talk to an experienced attorney.