When a business sits inside a property settlement, its value has to be independent — and defensible.
Where a business or an interest in a company forms part of the asset pool, the settlement can't move until it's fairly valued. Sherwood Australia prepares independent, AFSL-licensed valuations for family-law proceedings — written to the standard the court expects, whether as a single expert or party-appointed.
In many separations the business — a company, a professional practice, or a partnership interest — is the single largest asset in the pool. Get its value wrong and the whole division is wrong.
That's why the court expects an independent valuation prepared by a qualified expert: transparent on method, free of any interest in the outcome, and able to withstand challenge from the other party's advisers.
Sherwood's AFSL-licensed valuations meet that standard — so the number stands and the settlement can proceed.
Jointly instructed by both parties to provide one independent valuation the court can rely on — the most cost-effective path in many matters.
Instructed by one party (or their solicitor) to prepare an independent valuation and, where needed, review the other side's report.
Behind-the-scenes support to test assumptions in an opposing valuation and prepare your legal team for conferences.
An independent number that helps parties reach agreement without a contested hearing.
Written for the Federal Circuit and Family Court — clear, reasoned, and court-admissible.
Every assumption and adjustment stated and justified, including add-backs and owner-benefit normalisations.
Benchmarking against relevant transactions and market evidence to anchor the conclusion.
Where required, support through conferences, joint-expert processes, and hearings.
We discuss the business, the proceeding, and the basis of appointment — and confirm our independence.
We work with you or your solicitor to gather financials and the documents relevant to the valuation date.
We prepare an independent report to the correct methodology, documented to withstand challenge.
We explain the findings and, if needed, support the report through to settlement or hearing.
"Sherwood's valuation work brought clarity and credibility at a critical moment. Their expert report helped resolve a long-standing dispute without the need for costly litigation. It was a game-changer."
"The valuation was robust, defensible, and tailored to the reality of our situation — exactly what we needed."
"They took on a complex company most firms wouldn't touch and delivered a valuation we could stand behind."
We also act in shareholder & partnership disputes and prepare independent expert reports & fairness opinions. See the full range of business valuation services.
Confidential, no-obligation. Practitioners and parties welcome.
Tell us a little about your situation and Anthony Vago will be in touch — confidential, no obligation. Prefer to talk? Call +61 492 280 220 or email anthony@sherwoodaustralia.com.au.
