Orlando Complex Divorce Lawyer
Strategic Guidance for High-Conflict and High-Stakes Divorce Cases
The Donna Hung Law Group practices family law in Orlando to help individuals navigate some of the most challenging and overwhelming transitions of their lives. While all divorces involve emotional and legal issues, certain cases are far more complicated due to financial complexity, contentious disputes, or unique personal circumstances. Whether your divorce involves significant assets, business interests, allegations of misconduct, or highly contested parenting issues, our attorneys are here to protect your rights and advocate vigorously for your best interests.
Clients of the Donna Hung Law Group receive clear communication, practical guidance, and constant support throughout the entire divorce process. Our Orlando complex divorce lawyers take a strategic, solution-focused approach to unraveling complicated issues, ensuring that every aspect of your case is managed with care, preparation, and attention to detail.
What Makes a Divorce “Complex”?
A divorce is considered complex when it includes factors that require advanced legal analysis, detailed financial investigation, or highly contested litigation. These cases may involve:
- High net worth couples
- Business ownership or professional practices
- Substantial real estate holdings
- Cryptocurrency or international assets
- Hidden assets or financial misconduct
- Significant debts or financial liabilities
- Complex retirement and pension plans
- Disputes over parenting, relocation, or custody
- Allegations of abuse, neglect, or domestic violence
- Long-term marriages with intertwined assets
The more intertwined and financially detailed the marriage, the more complex the divorce becomes.
Common Issues in Complex Divorce Cases
Complex divorces often require extensive evaluation, negotiation, and court involvement. Some of the most common issues include:
- Valuing and dividing businesses or professional practices
- Investigating hidden assets or undisclosed income
- Determining fair distribution of investment portfolios
- Evaluating real estate equity and liabilities
- Dividing retirement accounts and pensions
- Addressing non-marital vs. marital property
- Managing blended or international financial structures
- Resolving contested custody and time-sharing disputes
Our attorneys work closely with experts when needed—including forensic accountants, business valuation professionals, appraisers, and parenting evaluators—to build a strong, evidence-based case.
High-Asset Divorce Representation
Couples with substantial financial resources require sophisticated legal representation. High-asset divorces often involve:
- Stock portfolios and brokerage accounts
- Luxury homes and investment properties
- Trusts and inherited wealth
- Professional licenses or advanced degrees
- Offshore accounts
- Executive compensation packages
- Multiple business entities
We help ensure that every asset is identified, valued, and divided in accordance with Florida’s equitable distribution laws.
Business Valuation and Ownership Disputes
When one or both spouses own a business, divorce becomes significantly more complicated. Issues may include:
- Determining whether the business is marital or non-marital property
- Valuing the business using accepted valuation methods
- Assessing each spouse’s contributions to the business
- Examining books, accounting records, and financial history
- Addressing retained earnings, goodwill, and liabilities
- Determining whether the business should be sold, divided, or retained
Our firm handles complex business valuation matters with precision and strategic insight.
Hidden Assets and Financial Misconduct
In contentious divorces, one spouse may attempt to conceal income or assets. Warning signs include:
- Unexplained withdrawals
- Sudden financial secrecy
- Missing records or incomplete disclosures
- Business expenses that appear personal
- Transfers to friends or relatives
- Unreported income
- Cryptocurrency transactions
We utilize discovery tools and financial experts to uncover hidden assets and protect your financial rights.
Complex Custody and Parenting Issues
High-conflict divorces often involve contested custody matters. These disputes may include:
- Allegations of abuse or neglect
- Mental health or substance abuse concerns
- Relocation requests
- Disputes regarding schooling or medical decisions
- Requests for supervised visitation
- Guardian ad litem involvement
- Psychological evaluations
Our attorneys advocate for parenting arrangements that protect your children’s well-being while preserving your parental rights.
Spousal Support in Complex Divorce Cases
Determining alimony in a complex divorce often requires analyzing:
- Length of the marriage
- Standard of living
- Each spouse’s financial resources
- Earning capacity and employability
- Contributions to the marriage
- Health and age of both spouses
High-asset cases may involve multiple forms of alimony, including:
- Temporary alimony
- Bridge-the-gap alimony
- Rehabilitative alimony
- Durational alimony
- Permanent alimony
We ensure alimony calculations are fair, accurate, and supported by strong financial evidence.
Marital vs. Non-Marital Property Disputes
Correctly categorizing assets is a central issue in complex divorce. Non-marital property may become marital through:
- Commingling
- Joint titling
- Using marital funds to improve premarital property
- Contributing labor or effort to a spouse’s separate property
We evaluate each asset carefully to determine whether it should be included in equitable distribution.
Complex Divorce Litigation
Many complex divorce cases require courtroom litigation due to the level of conflict or the significance of financial disputes. Litigation may involve:
- Evidentiary hearings
- Expert witness testimony
- Depositions
- Financial discovery
- Parenting evaluations
- Motions for temporary relief
Our attorneys are skilled litigators who prepare each case thoroughly and advocate assertively for our clients in court.
Mediation and Settlement in Complex Divorce
Even in high-conflict situations, many complex divorces settle outside the courtroom. We help clients negotiate:
- Comprehensive settlement agreements
- Parenting plans
- Asset and debt distribution
- Alimony terms
- Business arrangements
When settlement is possible, it can save time, reduce stress, and provide more control over the outcome.
What to Do If You Are Involved in a Complex Divorce
If you are preparing for or currently involved in a complex divorce, important steps include:
- Gather financial documents early
- Track household and business expenses
- Avoid moving or hiding assets
- Document your parenting involvement
- Consult with an attorney before making financial changes
- Prepare for the possibility of expert involvement
- Maintain communication that reflects well in court
Early strategic planning is essential in complex divorce cases.
The Legal Process for Complex Divorce
Although every case is unique, complex divorces typically involve:
Filing and Response
One spouse files, and the other responds. Temporary relief hearings may be necessary.
Discovery and Investigation
Parties exchange financial documents, witness lists, and expert reports.
Mediation
Courts require mediation in most cases to attempt settlement.
Trial
If no agreement is reached, the case proceeds to trial for judicial resolution.
Comprehensive Orlando Family Law Practice
The Donna Hung Law Group handles a wide spectrum of family law matters. In addition to complex divorce, our attorneys represent clients in:
- High net worth divorce
- Contested custody cases
- Alimony disputes
- Property division matters
- Parenting plans and enforcement
- Domestic violence cases
- Post-judgment modification and appeals
- Mediation and collaborative law
We are committed to guiding clients through even the most difficult and financially intricate divorces.
Orlando Family Courthouse Information
Complex divorce cases in Orlando are heard at the Ninth Judicial Circuit Court of Florida.
Orange County Courthouse
425 N. Orange Avenue
Orlando, FL 32801
Phone: (407) 836-2000
Website: www.ninthcircuit.org
These cases often involve multiple hearings, mediation sessions, and significant document review.
Orlando Complex Divorce FAQs
What makes a divorce “complex”?
Significant assets, business ownership, contested custody, or financial misconduct typically contribute to complexity.
Do complex divorces take longer?
Yes. These cases require additional investigation, expert involvement, and potentially litigation.
Will I need financial experts?
In many cases, yes. Experts help value businesses, identify hidden assets, and analyze complex financial records.
Can a complex divorce settle outside of court?
Yes. Many settle through negotiation or mediation, even when disputes are intense.
What if my spouse is hiding assets?
We use discovery tools and forensic experts to uncover concealed income or property.
Serving Throughout Orlando
- Baldwin Park
- College Park
- Lake Nona
- Winter Park
- Thornton Park
- Dr. Phillips
- MetroWest
- Hunters Creek
- Avalon Park
- Windermere
- Celebration
- Waterford Lakes
- Mills 50 District
- Audubon Park
- Conway
- South Eola
- Bay Hill
- Lake Como
- Lake Mary
- Vista Lakes
Orlando Complex Divorce Lawyers Here for You When You Need Us
At the Donna Hung Law Group, we understand the high stakes and emotional strain involved in complex divorce cases. Our attorneys combine detailed financial analysis, strong legal strategy, and assertive advocacy to protect your rights and secure the best possible outcome. Whether your case involves significant assets, business interests, or contested parenting issues, we are here to guide you every step of the way.
Call the Donna Hung Law Group at 407-999-0099 to schedule a confidential consultation and begin building a strategic plan for your future.
