By including a CDFA on your team of divorce professionals, you can provide clients with a level of financial expertise that can ensure improved settlement outcomes as well as expedite the financial negotiation process.

Darlys S. Harmon-Vaught, CDFA, has specialized in helping individuals and couples navigate the financial aspects of divorce and dissolutions since 2002. Her work supports and complements the legal process, but cannot replace the necessity for legal advice.

Her training and practice as a CDFA, ongoing training in specific areas of divorce financial analysis, mastery of specialized planning tools, understanding of local divorce laws, and training in areas such as mediation and collaborative divorce techniques qualify her to add a layer of financial expertise to help clients better understand the financial ramifications of settlement options. Darlys’ more than 20 years of experience in the securities industry provide her with keen insight into and understanding of the complexities involved in all types of investment and retirement issues.

Achieve Greater Focus
Darlys S. Harmon-Vaught, working as your CDFA of choice, can assist in creating proposed financial solutions for settlements, freeing you to focus on legal issues, drafting petitions and preparing for court appearances.

Provide Clarity
Darlys presents clients with clear, easy-to-understand scenarios that address their specific financial situation. With this clarity, clients are more likely to develop or maintain realistic expectations, better understand the financial realities of their situation, approach rational decisions, and feel secure with the fairness and adequacy of the outcome of their settlement.

Improve Client Satisfaction
Darlys’ approach provides your client with comprehensive, yet easy-to-understand financial information to help them make confident decisions for their financial future. As your clients' knowledge level and confidence increase, it can lead to higher satisfaction for your clients and ultimately an enhanced reputation and increased referrals for your practice.

Reduce Liability
With Darlys on your team as a CDFA™ you can reduce your liability by having in-depth financial support and expert witness testimony if your case goes to court.

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