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The Impact of the Hanrahan v. Bakker Decision on High-Income Child Support in Montgomery County

By Sheryl Rentz on December 20, 2025

An adult walking hand in hand with a young child outdoors, symbolizing child support considerations and the financial needs of children in high-income Pennsylvania family law cases.

When high-net-worth couples divorce, determining appropriate child support becomes more complicated than simply plugging numbers into a guideline calculator. In Pennsylvania, the courts must go beyond income charts when one or both parents earn significantly more than the standard range. Read the rest »

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Navigating Child Custody in High-Asset Divorces: What Montgomery County Parents Need to Know

By Sheryl Rentz on December 15, 2025

A person reviewing a child custody agreement at a desk, highlighting the legal considerations involved in child custody decisions during high-asset divorces in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania.

A high-asset divorce creates difficult challenges when it comes to making child custody decisions. Pennsylvania has strict laws about preserving a child’s lifestyle and who gets to make important decisions about schools, medical treatment, and other issues. Read the rest »

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Crafting Effective Visitation Schedules for Busy Professionals in High-Asset Divorces

By Sheryl Rentz on December 5, 2025

A professional planning a schedule by writing in a calendar while holding a smartphone, symbolizing the coordination of visitation schedules and parenting time in high-asset divorce cases.

Balancing a demanding professional life with meaningful parenting time is difficult in any circumstance. But in a high-asset divorce, that balance can become even more complicated. The truth is, both parents need a thoughtful, enforceable plan that supports their children’s needs without disrupting professional obligations. Read the rest »

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Managing Luxury Personal Property in Divorce in Montgomery County

By Sheryl Rentz on November 25, 2025

A gavel and two gold wedding rings rest on a legal document while a person writes in the background. The image symbolizes the legal process of bifurcation and timing considerations in high-asset divorce cases in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania.

In a high-asset divorce, property such as fine art, jewelry, designer collections, collectables, and antiques may have significant monetary value as well as be deeply emotional value. When a marriage ends, deciding who keeps what requires accurate appraisal and strategic negotiation. Read the rest »

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Life After Luxury: Preparing for Lifestyle Changes Following a High-Asset Divorce in Montgomery County

By Sheryl Rentz on November 20, 2025

A gavel and two gold wedding rings rest on a judge’s block, with a couple in the background signing divorce documents. The image symbolizes the legal and financial adjustments following a high-asset divorce in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania.

If you’re facing a high-asset divorce in Montgomery County, it may be time to start anticipating post-divorce lifestyle changes. From scaling back expenses to rethinking long-term financial plans, life after divorce requires a strategic approach. Read the rest »

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High-Asset Divorce: Timing and Bifurcation in Montgomery County

By Sheryl Rentz on November 15, 2025

A gavel and two gold wedding rings rest on a legal document while a person writes in the background. The image symbolizes the legal process of bifurcation and timing considerations in high-asset divorce cases in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania.

When you’re struggling with a high-asset divorce, it can feel like it’s never going to end. For some spouses, especially in complex cases, separating the official end of the marriage from the division of marital property can be a smart move. But the bifurcation process in Pennsylvania comes with legal, financial, and personal implications that must be carefully weighed before making a decision. Read the rest »

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Understanding Equitable Distribution in Pennsylvania High-Asset Divorces

By Sheryl Rentz on August 5, 2025

Judge gavel, coins and divorce symbols on the desk

When significant wealth, business holdings, or investment portfolios are involved, dividing property during divorce becomes a lot more complex. In divorce, Pennsylvania follows an equitable distribution model, which does not mean a 50/50 split but a division that the court deems fair.

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The Role of Experts in High-Asset Divorce Cases

By Sheryl Rentz on April 15, 2023

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A high-asset divorce can be a complex, lengthy, often contentious process. Experts may be brought in to testify regarding issues related to property division and child custody. In a court of law, expert witnesses are allowed to go beyond stating the facts to provide an expert opinion of a particular topic. In a high net worth divorce, it is important to hire the right experts to help you navigate the process. Read the rest »

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How to Find Offshore Bank Accounts in a High-Asset Divorce in Montgomery County PA

By Sheryl Rentz on February 1, 2022

Stacks of $100 dollar bills in US currency.

When significant wealth is involved in a divorce, financial transparency is extremely important. But it’s not always guaranteed. One of the most concerning challenges in a high-asset divorce is the possibility that a spouse may attempt to hide money in offshore bank accounts. If you suspect this is happening, it’s important to act swiftly and find experienced legal representation.

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Equitable Distribution in a High-Asset Divorce in Pennsylvania

By Sheryl Rentz on June 28, 2017

pink piggy bank with change

If you are a business owner, executive, or some other type of high-income individual, or if you are the married to someone with significant assets, it’s important to understand how marital property is divided in Pennsylvania. The state’s equitable distribution laws requires courts to consider a number of important factors when making these decisions.

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