Separation & Divorce

Trust for expert assistance in navigating financial complexities of a relationship breakdown

Accountant Reviewing financial documents with client - separation and divorce concept

We untangle and assess financial assets to get the best result for you

Accountant Reviewing financial documents with client - separation and divorce concept

Separation and divorce is a time of enormous stress. We know that you may not be in the right frame of mind to face practicalities such as property and taxes. But we also know that you’ll have peace of mind knowing that you have experts in your corner to secure the best possible outcome for you.

Most people will engage legal advisors to assist them with family law matters. Engaging an experienced tax accountant is also advisable – especially where the assets involved are complex or substantial.

Together with your legal team, we work for you to safeguard your interests.

Separation and divorce services

We develop a thorough understanding of all asset structures that the family holds interests in. This includes mapping out all the relevant parties and roles in companies, trusts and SMSFs.

Determining the asset pool isn’t easy when the business structures are complex or substantial. We develop a clear picture of who owns what and where.

Before dividing the asset pool, we can advise on what that means for your tax and financial position. We also consider what it may mean for your future plans.

If you and your partner have built a business together, what are the implications of separation or divorce?  Separating the finances of a business can be very tricky but it’s an area our experts have many years of experience in.

As a member of an SMSF, you are also a trustee. This means you have ongoing obligations as a trustee and you’ll need to decide if you want to remain in that fund, open a new SMSF, or move to a different option. Our SMSF specialists can help guide you.

Estate Planning is more than simply having an up to date will, particularly after you’ve divorced or re-married. Our estate planning advisors ensure you have peace of mind that your assets pass to the right people, in the most tax effective way possible.

Our accountants run tax planning sessions with clients each year to maximise the flexibility their business structures afford and minimise their tax position. You’ll have plenty of time to organise your cash flow around any tax liabilities and be certain you’re not paying any more tax than you need to.

We work with family law firms as expert advisors in complex and challenging situations. If you think you may need a tax or structuring perspective for your client, we are happy to assist.

Do you need help navigating the financial aspects of a relationship breakdown? Talk to us.

Book in your free one-hour consultation with us to get started.

What happens to business assets when couples divorce?

In this video, Marsh & Partners’ Terry Brauer discusses some of the ways we provide assistance when a business is involved.

How we’ve helped clients

See how we’ve helped our clients with some common problems when it comes to separation and divorce.

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What our clients have to say….

We work with motivated clients to improve their businesses and grow their wealth

From the moment we started working with Bronwyn Condon at Marsh and Partners, it just felt right—like coming home. Bronwyn is incredibly quick, attentive to details, and takes a personal approach to every aspect of our collaboration. Her fast responses and insightful advice make her an invaluable partner. What sets her apart is her ability to provide not just recommendations, but real solutions—working alongside us to find the best way forward. With Bronwyn and Marsh and Partners, we always feel like our back is covered, and that’s exactly what you want in a consultant.

Elena Gosse, Director, AIS Water

Marsh & Partners are more than an accounting firm, they truly understand small business – what levers you need to pull and the right time to pull them. Most importantly, they understand the emotion and the roller coaster that business owners ride on a daily basis. Their guidance is underpinned by the key metrics, but melded together through general business advisory. Business is more than just numbers and Marsh & Partners understand that.

Ben Watts, CEO, Watts Next

Marsh & Partners have redefined what we expect from an accounting firm. We’re an SME business with a few companies and trusts. Although we liked our previous accountants, they simply did not have a refined process to help us grow our business and optimise our lifestyle. On top of the regular tax and compliance work, we have quarterly meetings. It’s as though they are ex-officio directors. That’s made a huge difference to us.

Jamie Hayes , Healthy Inspirations Franchising

We have been a client of Marsh & Partners for almost 10 years now. The team has evolved with our needs and provide the most current advice available. Marsh & Partners make it their mission to be ahead of an ever changing industry. We would highly recommend Marsh & Partners to any business.

Lisa Saunders , The Fitout Studio

We moved our accounting and financial advisory to the team at Marsh Partners in 2015. After a change of ownership in our previous advisors we looked to find an alternative provider. Our decisions were based on an assessment of trust, credibility, integrity, compliance and the track record of looking ahead for their client and not just documenting the past.

We examined both larger firms to smaller firms and after extensive due diligence made the decision to move to Marsh Partners. It was a smooth transition.

Marsh Partners have and remain an important provider for our business making valuable contributions above and beyond an ordinary financial services provider.

We have no hesitation in recommending them for clients looking for integrity, honesty, accuracy in compliance and forward vision.

Michael Kennedy, Director, Kennedy’s Timbers

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