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Select My ex-partner and I are getting divorced in Jamaica, and I’m concerned about how the divorce will affect our joint business. How can we divide our business assets fairly and ensure that our business continues to operate smoothly after the divo

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When a joint business is involved, the court will treat the shares or partnership interests as matrimonial property. You should hire an independent forensic accountant to value the business so you have an objective number.



   
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Often the cleanest option is for one spouse to buy out the other’s shares, or to agree on a structured buyout plan over 2–3 years. Running a business together after a contentious divorce rarely ends well.



   
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