“Mr. Carter, when exactly did you transfer ownership of your company shares into the joint marital estate?”
Alex blinked. “About a year ago. For tax purposes.”
“And the pending litigation against that company?” the judge asked.
Silence.
Maria didn’t move.
Didn’t smile.
Didn’t even look at Alex.
“What litigation?” Alex said, too quickly.
The judge raised an eyebrow.
“Your company is currently under investigation for regulatory violations, with potential civil penalties and creditor claims totaling… what is it here…” he flipped a page, “approximately $3.8 million.”
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