Marmora Financial Forensic Auditing

Are you worried that you or your business might be a victim of fraud? Do you need to analyze financial data to uncover potential misconduct? Are you investigating a potential acquisition and need to ensure there are no financial irregularities? Perhaps you're involved in a legal dispute and need a professional witness to testify on your behalf. If any of these situations apply, our Forensic Accounting services can help.

Who Needs Forensic Accounting?

Litigation Support

This area involves providing accounting assistance for current or upcoming legal cases. For a litigation assignment, we:

• Help gather the necessary documents to support or refute a claim.
• Examine the relevant documents to assess the case.
• Review the damages report prepared by the opposing expert.
• Assist with settlement discussions and negotiations.
• Attend trial to hear the opposing expert's testimony and help with cross-examination.

Investigative Accounting

Sometimes, you may need to investigate whether fraud or misconduct has occurred, such as employee theft, misappropriation of funds, kickbacks, securities fraud, or insurance fraud. With our investigative accounting services, we use our accounting knowledge and experience to provide a clear understanding of the situation. Our services include:

• Reviewing the situation and suggesting possible actions.
• Supporting the recovery and preservation of assets.
• Coordinating with other experts, such as private investigators, forensic document examiners, and consulting engineers.
• Assisting with any necessary civil or criminal proceedings.

Forensic Investigations Take Many Forms

Forensic accountants are needed for a variety of investigations across different industries. Common assignments in forensic accounting include:

Disputes Among Shareholders or Partners: Often involve issues related to compensation and benefits.

Personal Injury Claims / Motor Vehicle Accidents: Involve assessing economic losses from injuries or accidents.

Insurance Claims: Require thorough review of policy terms and conditions to determine the appropriate method of calculating the loss.

Business/Employee Fraud Investigations: Involve determining the extent of the fraud, which may include identifying the perpetrator and interviewing staff.

Matrimonial Disputes: Require locating and evaluating disputed assets, such as businesses or property.

Business Economic Losses: Include contract disputes, construction claims, product liability claims, trademark and patent infringements, and breaches of non-compete agreements.

Our forensic accounting services are here to provide clarity and support in these complex situations, ensuring you have the information and expertise needed to resolve your issues effectively.