When a marriage ends and substantial assets are on the line, the legal and financial stakes can be extraordinarily high. Perna & Abracht, LLC, a full-service law firm with offices in Kennett Square and Oxford, Pennsylvania, is guiding Chester County families through high-asset divorce and complex property division. The firm’s approach highlights the importance of thorough financial analysis and strategic legal planning when businesses, investments, real estate, and retirement benefits are part of the marital estate.
High-asset divorces often involve closely held businesses, investment portfolios, multiple real estate holdings, retirement benefits, executive compensation, significant marital debt, or assets that one spouse claims are separate property. These elements can complicate the division process, requiring careful classification, valuation, and documentation before spouses can reach an agreement or a court can determine an equitable distribution. Under Pennsylvania law, marital property is divided based on equitable distribution—a principle that seeks fairness rather than a strict 50-50 split. This means that how assets are identified, valued, and traced can significantly influence the outcome.
Leading the firm’s representation in these matters is Jennifer Abracht, a partner at Perna & Abracht and a highly experienced high-asset divorce attorney. Abracht works closely with clients to identify their financial priorities and evaluate issues involving businesses, real estate, investments, retirement accounts, income, liabilities, and other significant property interests. She emphasizes that a deeper look is often necessary. “When a divorce involves substantial or complicated assets, it is important to look beyond the numbers on an account statement or property valuation,” said Abracht. “Our goal is to help clients understand what is part of the marital estate, what requires further investigation or valuation, and how different property division options may affect their financial position moving forward.”
Abracht is joined by divorce attorneys Ryan G. Borchik and Josh Parambath, who collaborate to provide thoughtful representation throughout the divorce process. When appropriate, the firm’s attorneys may also engage accountants, appraisers, business valuation professionals, and other financial experts to help identify, trace, or value assets. This multidisciplinary approach can be critical in ensuring that all relevant financial details are considered.
The firm’s Kennett Square office at 610 Millers Hill and its Oxford office at 305 Market Street, Suite C1 provide convenient access for families throughout Chester County, including West Chester, Exton, Downingtown, Coatesville, Nottingham, and surrounding communities. Perna & Abracht serves individuals and families throughout Southeastern Pennsylvania and Northern Delaware. For those facing a high-asset divorce or complex property division, the firm offers a 30-minute complimentary consultation with an experienced divorce attorney.
