A divorce is difficult for anyone, but for tech executives, a divorce can add further stress and considerations. High incomes, equity compensation, startups, intellectual property, and privacy concerns can quickly turn a divorce into a high-stakes legal matter. To protect your wealth, investments, and business during a divorce, it’s recommended to seek out legal help. Call us today at Gray Becker, P.C. to schedule a consultation with our Austin, TX tech executive divorce lawyer!
Austin, TX Tech Executive Divorce Lawyer
Austin has a thriving tech scene, which can lead to some high-profile divorce cases. Besides competitive salaries, tech executives often receive stock options, RSUs, performance bonuses, and ownership interests in private companies. All of these financial items can be subject to vesting schedules, tax implications, and valuation disputes. During the divorce process, there’s sure to be the question of what your ex-partner is entitled to. A thorough understanding of Texas property laws can make sure these assets are divided fairly.
Business ownership can also be a major concern. Tech executives can be founders, co-founders, or early employees with equity. A divorce can impact control, voting rights, or the future growth of the company. Even if your ex-partner isn’t entitled to any of your business withholdings, the overall cost of a divorce can stifle growth.
Our team can help by valuing your business interests to structure a settlement that minimizes the disruptions to your operations. We can also provide mediation and negotiations to resolve any disputes that arise. Ideally, it’s best to avoid the courtroom, but we can provide representation should the situation escalate into a trial.
We also understand that privacy can be a major concern. Divorce proceedings can expose personal matters, financial records, and proprietary business information. We take extra steps to protect confidentiality.
Experience Matters For Tech Executive Divorces
Our Austin tech executive divorce lawyers bring years of experience, and we have a thorough understanding of divorces and businesses.
- Caroline Alonzo is a senior associate, and she managed her own family practice law in El Paso, Texas, before relocating to Austin, Texas in the summer of 2019. In 2024, she received the Rising Star Super Lawyer Nomination. Her extensive experience includes real estate and mortgage lending.
- Douglas M. Becker has an extensive legal career that includes briefing, arguing, and winning three of the four cases he presented before the United States Supreme Court. In total, he has argued over a hundred cases before the Texas Supreme Court, the state court of appeals, and the federal court of appeals. His many awards and distinctions include Super Lawyer Nomination during 2005 and 2016-2024.
- Jacob Smith understands how tough divorce can be. He believes effective communication can be a powerful tool for resolution, especially if children are involved.
Any divorce can be difficult, but this is especially the case if a lot of financial assets—including a business—are on the line. Discover how our Austin tech executive divorce lawyer can give peace of mind when you call us today at Gray Becker, P.C. to schedule a consultation!