A nasty divorce can be the kiss of death for a business.  Warring spouses fight over the assets.  Business details end up on the public record for competitors to see.  A new trend in divorce law can preserve the wealth and save the business.  It's called Collaborative Law.  In a collaborative divorce, both parties sign an agreement not to go to court while going through the process. But either can opt out at any time. Their attorneys can't represent them if they wind up in court. Their mission is to divide up the assets without both sides trying to hurt each other or kill the business. 
There are experts in collaborative law in Nashville.  Be sure to ask if your lawyer is specially training. 
The Dallas Morning News make a compelling case for collaborative divorce. 
The Commercial Appeal also reports on this emerging practice and how it works.