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Valuation of Assets in Divorce

Ensuring fair and accurate settlements.

How We Can Help

When relationships end, valuing assets accurately is a crucial step in achieving a fair financial settlement. At Hedges Law, our experienced divorce solicitors in Oxford work with a network of trusted professionals, including forensic accountants, surveyors, and business valuers, to ensure all assets are identified, valued, and properly considered in negotiations or court proceedings.

We offer an initial one-off consultation so you can meet your lawyer, discuss your circumstances, and receive clear advice on your next steps. We routinely provide second opinions on matters with absolute discretion guaranteed.

Why Accurate Valuation Matters

Without accurate valuations, it’s impossible to reach a fair agreement on dividing property, businesses, pensions, or investments.

Under or over-valuing assets can lead to disputes, delays, and settlements that do not reflect your true entitlement.

Our role is to:

Identify and value all matrimonial and non-matrimonial assets
Work with independent experts to assess complex holdings
Present valuations clearly
Ensure nothing is overlooked, from shares and savings to overseas property

Assets We Commonly Deal With

We can assist with ensuring the appropriate valuation of:

Family homes, second properties, and land
Businesses, partnerships, and shareholdings
Pensions and investment portfolios
Inherited assets and trusts
International property and assets
Crypto-assets

Our Approach

Where possible, we aim to resolve matters through negotiation, using accurate valuations to support fair agreements and avoid costly litigation. If court proceedings are necessary, we will present expert evidence effectively to protect your interests.

Whether your case involves a straightforward property valuation or a complex, high-value asset portfolio, Hedges Law will ensure the process is handled thoroughly and professionally.

FAQs

Assets are usually valued by independent experts such as surveyors, accountants, or financial advisers.

We co-ordinate this process and ensure valuations are accurate, up-to-date, and accepted by the court.

The cost is often shared between a couple, but in some cases, one person may obligated to pay.

We can advise on the most appropriate and cost-effective approach in your situation.

Yes. We regularly work with international specialists to value property, businesses, and investments located abroad, ensuring they are included in any settlement.

We have experience in tracing hidden or undisclosed assets, working with forensic accountants to uncover the true financial picture before a settlement is reached.

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