Frequently Asked Questions
What does a forensic accountant do?
A forensic accountant investigates financial records to answer questions that may end up in front of a court, a board or opposing counsel. That includes tracing funds, reconstructing transactions, quantifying losses and documenting findings in a way that is clear and well supported.
When should an attorney bring in a forensic accountant?
Early. Involving a forensic accountant at the start of a matter helps shape document requests and discovery, test the strength of a damages claim and avoid surprises later. We work with attorneys for plaintiffs and defendants.
What kinds of matters do you handle?
Suspected fraud and embezzlement, shareholder and partner disputes, divorce matters involving business interests, economic damages and lost profits, insurance claims and internal investigations into misconduct or control failures.
How is a forensic investigation kept confidential?
Many investigations are structured through legal counsel to help protect privilege. We limit who knows about the work, coordinate data collection and interviews carefully and report findings only to the people who need them.
What should a business do if it suspects an employee is stealing?
Keep it confidential and don't confront the employee yet. Preserve records, limit who knows and call legal counsel. A forensic accountant can then confirm whether a loss occurred, measure it and document findings for insurance, prosecution or recovery.
Do you handle fraud investigations for businesses in the Philadelphia area?
Yes. We investigate suspected fraud and embezzlement for businesses, nonprofits and attorneys across Greater Philadelphia, South Jersey and Delaware.
