Navigating High-Conflict Divorces: Protecting Your Family and Your Future
By Emily DeSantis
Divorce is never simple, but when emotions run high and disputes turn contentious, the process can quickly become overwhelming. High-conflict divorces often involve deep disagreements about custody, financial security, and the future of the family. These cases demand more than just legal guidance — they require strategic planning, emotional intelligence, and the ability to manage complexity with precision and care.
At DeSantis Family Law, we are known for taking on the most difficult cases and guiding families through them with strength, empathy, and determination.
Safeguarding Children in High-Conflict Custody Disputes
When children are caught in the middle of a high-conflict divorce, the risks are serious and immediate. Custody battles become even more complicated when issues such as addiction, mental health challenges, domestic violence, false allegations, or a child’s special needs are involved.
Our firm puts the emotional and physical well-being of children at the center of every decision. We understand the urgency when parents come to us in moments of fear and desperation, and we honor that trust by fighting tirelessly on their behalf.
We partner with child-focused experts — including forensic psychologists, pediatricians, and investigators — to ensure every aspect of a child’s safety and development is protected. Whether the case involves allegations of abuse, parental alienation, or complex mental health dynamics, our team builds a legal strategy designed to protect children and secure their future.
Protecting Assets and Financial Security in High-Conflict Divorces
When significant wealth or complex financial structures are involved, high-conflict divorces take on another layer of difficulty. Businesses, real estate holdings, investments, and international assets all require careful handling to avoid devastating mistakes.
Starting such a divorce with the wrong representation can lead to irreversible financial loss. That’s why at DeSantis Family Law, we assemble a team of professionals from the very beginning, including:
- Accountants and CPAs
- Valuation specialists
- Actuaries and financial analysts
- Certified Divorce Financial Analysts (CDFA®)
- Divorce real estate and lending professionals
We manage everything from tracing hidden assets to dividing business interests and protecting high-value estates. For entrepreneurs, professionals, and even athletes, we ensure wealth and reputations remain secure throughout the process.
Litigation in High-Conflict Cases: Building Strength Through Preparation
While negotiation is often the preferred path, high-conflict divorces frequently escalate to the courtroom. Success in these cases depends on preparation — not only knowing the law but also understanding every detail of the financial, psychological, and personal dynamics at play.
Our litigation approach combines rigorous investigation with collaboration from leading forensic experts, including accountants, psychologists, and investigators. We prepare every case with the mindset that it could go to trial — because in high-conflict divorces, readiness is power.
Why Families Trust Us in High-Conflict Cases
Our firm’s reputation is built on mastering the most difficult and emotionally charged cases. What sets us apart is our ability to blend:
- Legal expertise sharpened through years of complex casework
- Empathy and compassion for families facing turmoil
- Strategic planning that anticipates challenges before they arise
We believe that when the stakes are highest, families deserve more than representation — they deserve a team that stands with them, protects their future, and never stops fighting.
If you are facing the challenges of a high-conflict divorce, know that you don’t have to go through it alone. With DeSantis Family Law, you have advocates who are ready to protect your children, your assets, and your peace of mind.