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Business Valuation & Forensic Accounting

Disputes commonly arise in business that ultimately must be resolved. As a result, attorneys rely on the opinion of business valuation professionals and their reports in order to help substantiate claims and defend positions. From pretrial research and analysis to expert witness testimony, Carbis Walker LLP can provide litigation support services in the following areas:

  • Business Valuation for divorce litigations
  • Various bankruptcy issues
  • Various criminal matters
  • Accounting malpractice
  • Fiduciary duties
  • Business interruption
  • Lost profits
  • Intellectual property
  • Shareholder disputes
  • Embezzlement

Successful litigation support begins with qualifications and credentials. The opposing side’s first line of attack frequently is to attempt to undermine the credibility of the other expert.

In addition, our experience allows us to provide maximum benefit to legal counsel in pretrial research, advice, and analysis. At times, attorneys lack expertise in financial or strategic issues and must rely on the expert both in trial preparation and during court proceedings. Legal counsel also must be confident that their expert can perform under pressure and within deadlines.

Whether you need us to serve as consultants or expert witnesses, we have the training, experience, and resources. As a team, we provide the most comprehensive business valuation and litigation support both in the field and in the courtroom.

Fraud Investigation

As you know, fraud is seemingly everywhere. In fact, according to the 2008 Report to the Nation on Occupational Fraud and Abuse prepared by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE), estimates that U.S. organizations lose 7% of their annual revenue to fraud. Applied to the projected 2008 United States Gross Domestic Product, this 7% figure translates to approximately $994 billion in fraud losses.

When you receive a case of actual or potential fraud, who do you turn to to investigate and quantify the alleged fraud? Carbis Walker LLP is here to assist you and has the expertise to investigate and provide expert witness testimony if the need arises.

What sets Carbis Walker LLP apart? It’s our approach. We will work with you and your client while maintaining our independence. We gather as many facts as required and keep you informed as the work progresses.

We are detailed, thorough, and organized in our approach. At the same time, we realize, especially in today’s economy, that no one wants to spend money unnecessarily. That is why we will keep you informed and will consult with you at significant decision points before proceeding with the next step.

Some of the specialty services our team can provide are:

  • Forensic accounting investigations
  • Business office review to determine what internal controls are in place and recommend additional controls to help prevent fraud before it happens or to improve controls to minimize the risk of further fraud
  • Expert witness report
  • Expert witness testimony in deposition or at trial

Examples of prior investigations include:

  • Payroll frauds
  • Employee expense reimbursement frauds
  • Investment broker fraud
  • Disputes between a bank and a surety company over debts relating to a bankrupt construction company

Our Specialists

The Valuation Specialists at Carbis Walker LLP are led by Charles M. Laverty, Jr., ASA, CBA, CFFA. With Chuck’s valuation designations and extensive valuation and litigation support experience, our credibility can withstand challenge. For more information about our business valuation services, contact Charles M. Laverty, Jr., ASA, CBA, CFFA at 800.452.3003 (opt 1).

Our Litigation Support Team is under the supervision of John W. Kubichek, CPA, CFE. John has conducted multiple forensic engagements, from a small payroll fraud to a large investment scandal that garnered national attention. Having dual credentials allows John to be a credible expert in a variety of accounting fields. For more information about our litigation support services, contact John Kubichek, CPA, CFE, at 800.452.3003 (opt 2).