'In my work I am ruthless about one thing. My clients cannot lie to me... They can lie to their ex-wives, their children, their employers, their friends. But they cannot lie to me.'When someone who is used to having it all is faced with losing everything things can get pretty ugly. A big-money divorce showcases the extremes of human behaviour - betrayal, jealousy, lust, rage and revenge. When resentment is high and pride is damaged those involved will go to extraordinary lengths to stop their ex partner getting what they want.In his forty-year career Nissenbaum's high-profile cases have involved custody fights (including a battle over a human skull), international kidnappings, prostitution, extortion, fraud, mental health and addiction issues, the Mafia, and murder. This fascinating and gripping exposé shows how rich and desperate can be a very explosive combination.
