Originally published in FAMSEG: The Family Law Section eNews (February 2026), a publication of the Family Law Section of The Florida Bar. Republished by the author. Time and time again, a sophisticated client walks into our office having done their research on business valuations for divorce in the State of Florida. Depending on who you ask, you may hear, “The business is nothing without me!” or “The business runs itself!” Oftentimes, this conversation is premature, as it is

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