Top 10 Most Costly Divorces

Perspectives From a Wallin & Klarich Divorce Attorney

The recent announcement of divorce in California for Mel Gibson and his wife of 28 years, Robyn Moore, has prompted an article online of the costliest divorces in history. The list, which was published originally by Forbes magazine, has divorces ranging from $15 million to $150 million.

Gibson’s wife, Robyn, cited irreconcilable differences in the papers she filed for divorce on April 13th, 2009. Under California law, she may be entitled to half of actor Mel Gibson’s massive fortune, reportedly in the neighborhood of $900 million. The couple did not sign a prenuptial agreement.

The list of costliest divorces, per Fortune magazine, are:

• Neil Diamond and Marcia Murphey – $150 million
• Michael and Juanita Jordan – $150 million
• Steven Spielberg and Amy Irving – $100 million
• Harrison Ford and Melissa Mathison – $85 million
• Kevin Costner and Cindy Silva – $80 million
• Paul McCartney and Heather Mills – $60 million
• James Cameron and Linda Hamilton – $50 million
• Michael and Diandra Douglas – $45 million
• Lionel and Diane Richie – $20 million
• Mick Jagger and Jerry Hall – $15 million

Gibson’s divorce stands to dwarf any on this list. With his assets close to $1 Billion, he could lose as much as $450 million in divorce proceedings. The couple has seven children, six of which are adults.

While not everybody has the types of assets or net worth that a high profile Hollywood superstar like Mel Gibson does, division of assets and property is an important issue to consider in any divorce. In fact, you could argue that for average individuals who have worked normal jobs for many years to acquire a few luxuries, like a home and a car, have much more to lose then the Mel Gibsons of the world. Mr. Gibson’s assets after divorce will leave him in a very comfortable financial position. For many that go through divorces in California, the same is not true.

Only by contacting and securing the services of an experienced Los Angeles divorce attorney can you insure that your rights and interests will be protected. Regardless of the size of your bank account and the number of assets you and your spouse share, you need a California divorce attorney who will fight for your rights and help you get the best possible result in your divorce.

With over 30 years of experience Wallin & Klarich attorneys have dealt with all aspects of property and asset distribution in divorce cases, and will be able to give you the best possible chance to win in court. Our aggressive attorneys are available 24 hours a day 7 days a week to advise you on your case. Call us today at 1-888-749-7428. Also, visit us online at www.wklaw.com to learn more about your case and what can be done.