BVR welcomes valuation expert Neil J. Beaton and attorney Thomas W. Wolfrum for an examination of how intellectual properties are valued in marital dissolution cases. This presentation confronts the unique challenges posed by combining the valuation of these intangible assets, and addresses the nuances and pitfalls of doing so for the purpose of dividing them among two parties. It covers the types of intellectual properties and intangible assets appraisers are likely to see in family law matters, and addresses how these assets should be analyzed, quantified, and divided. A review of recent case law reveals what courts have said about the assessment and division of these assets.

• Discuss common problems with IP and divorce
• Discuss IP types and common terminology
• Overview of IP valuation methods and alternatives
• Highlight important guidance from key case law
• Discuss strategies for obtaining necessary data in divorce proceeding

• Learn which intellectual properties and intangible assets may be valued in marital dissolution cases
• Learn the techniques by which these assets should be valued in family law matters
• Learn what courts have said about the methods by which these assets are assessed and quantified
• Learn how these assets are divided and what impact this may have on the valuation process