FORENSICS & INVESTIGATIONS

Our Forensics & Investigations team specialises in delivering independent expert evidence and advice on financial and accounting matters within the context of legal proceedings, with extensive experience in:

Assessment of loss and damage / loss of opportunity

Parties involved in disputes often require expert advice to evaluate the losses incurred due to alleged actions. We apply detailed technical analysis and a deep understanding of the business’ operations and circumstances to provide independent assessments of losses.

Valuations

Valuations often play a crucial role in legal proceedings, such as shareholder disputes, commercial litigation, wills and estates, and family law. We prepare independent valuations for businesses or company shares in various legal contexts.

Accounting standards / completion accounts

Disputes often arise over the interpretation of accounting standards or the completion of account clauses during transactions. Our team acts as independent accountants or advisors, assisting parties in resolving disputes and making submissions on accounting matters.

Solvency

Companies may face financial distress at various stages in the economic cycle, leading to proceedings involving solvency issues. Our experts provide independent assessments of company solvency, tailored to meet legal and regulatory requirements. 

Forensic accounting and investigation

Mid-market matters often involve incomplete or imperfect information.  We conduct forensic accounting and investigative procedures to uncover data, assess financial performance, and resolve disputes. This work often includes reconciling or adjusting financial statements as part of valuations or solvency assessments.

Our Forensics & Investigations experts conduct investigations and risk and compliance assessments for businesses and regulators. Our services include:

Investigative services

We apply traditional investigative techniques and processes to conduct thorough investigations that can withstand the scrutiny of internal governance processes and civil and criminal proceedings. Our expertise covers fraud detection, corruption, asset misappropriation, conflicts of interest, workplace investigations and misconduct issues.

Fraud risk management and assessment

We assist organisations in preventing, detecting, and responding to fraud and corruption by identifying risks and evaluating controls and procedures. Our services include fraud risk assessments, training and workshops, and the development and implementation of anti-fraud policies.