Precise analysis of financial records is a must for effective litigation. An experienced accountant can be an invaluable member of a litigation team as an advisor and/or expert witness. To be most effective, the accountant's involvement should begin at the earliest stage of the case. Litigation attorneys recognize how effective a weapon the accountant can in their arsenals. Unlike some experts brought in to provide expert testimony that might be seen as a “hired gun,” a CPA has strict professional ethical requirements that bring unique credibility to their opinion. Because CPAs are certified and held to the highest standards of objectivity and accuracy, they are excellent litigation support specialists. A CPA has more weight in a courtroom than other possible experts.
The following are different types of cases in which we can assist attorneys in the litigation process:
Alleged tax fraud or evasion
Business reorganizations
Business and asset valuations
Business interruption claims
Divorce settlements
Insurance claims
Intellectual property
Objective feasibility studies and projections
Personal injury cases
