By Anna Patsalides

Senior Associate Solicitor

04 November 2026

Article Blog

Could your business be sold to fund a divorce settlement?

A landmark Family Court ruling in LE v EL (2024) highlights the potential impact of divorce proceedings on family-owned businesses, with the court ordering the sale of a company to achieve a fair financial settlement.

In an article for Wealth Briefing, Anna Patsalides, Senior Associate in our Family department, and Toby Walker, Senior Associate in our Corporate & Commercial department, explore the implications of the judgment and why business owners should consider the potential impact of divorce when planning for the future.

The article examines how the court’s decision could affect business owners, the importance of considering business valuations and shareholder agreements, and how pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements may help establish how business assets are treated in the event of divorce.

With the potential for a business sale to have significant implications for its owners and operations, early planning can help protect both personal and business interests.

You can read Anna & Toby’s full article here: Could Your Business be Sold to Fund Divorce Settlement? – Wealth Briefing

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