Forensic Accounting + Litigation Support
Hawco Peters’ team of legal, accounting and fraud examination professionals are highly experienced in forensic accounting and litigation support services.
We examine complex accounting issues, and provide expert reports and testimony. These activities assist in and expedite such events as discovery processes, mediations, and settlement discussions across various industries and types of litigation - commercial, marital, or estates.
Experts in uncovering and reporting the facts
Litigation support and forensic accounting help individuals and businesses investigate complex financial issues that arise in cases of fraud, theft, litigation, malfeasance, contract disputes, and other related matters. Forensic investigations go beyond standard auditing and are undertaken to help individuals and organizations manage risks, address vulnerabilities, and identify and protect assets.
Hawco Peters’ team of legal, accounting and fraud examination professionals are highly experienced in forensic accounting and litigation support services. We examine complex accounting issues, and provide expert reports and testimony. These activities assist in and expedite such events as discovery processes, mediations, and settlement discussions across various industries and types of litigation - commercial, marital, or estates.
We understand that these issues are more than just financial - they risk reputations and livelihoods, and take an emotional toll on all affected parties.
Easing the stress and distraction
With extensive knowledge in the areas of fraud examination, forensic accounting and litigation support, Hawco Peters’ multidisciplinary team brings decades of experience in legal, accounting and business. We analyze complex accounting irregularities, conduct fraud investigations, devise litigation strategies, and act as expert witnesses, in addition to other related services.
We understand the personal and business challenges related to exhaustive reviews and examinations. Litigation is stressful and distracting. Forensic accounting can cause business disruption; so in addition to expert skills and decades of experience, we provide the support and guidance required to minimize the effects on your life and business.
Expertly navigating disputes and legal challenges
Hawco Peters undertakes forensic accounting and litigation support services with the utmost in confidentiality and due diligence. Our team of business, legal, finance, and accounting experts work together holistically to navigate businesses and individuals through all types of disputes or legal challenges.
Involving our forensic accounting and litigation support services on the front end not only improves the strength of your case but also can help minimize costs substantially.
Start the journey with us
Every business and situation is unique so the journey depends heavily on the circumstances, the mandate and the timing of our involvement. The sooner we are able to investigate and analyze, the better the outcome.
What is consistent in all scenarios, however, is that your team at Hawco Peters will work quickly to implement a rigorous process that includes reviewing all relevant materials to gain an understanding of the matter to be resolved, and developing and implementing a plan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Forensic accountants investigate the financial related books and records of an entity. They collect evidence, analyze financial information,document the evidence in reports, and provide litigation support to lawyers in an even-handed, unbiased manner.
A report summarizes evidence uncovered during our forensic investigation so it really depends on the matter - especially if the courts are to be involved. However, in some cases, we can just use the evidence collected to start meaningful negotiations and reporting is not as crucial.
An expert witness should be providing independent assistance to the Court, notwithstanding who is funding the report. An expert witness' first duty is to the Court, to provide objective and non-partisan evidence.
A better, Cost-Effective Way To Transition
If you are experiencing growth, transition or crisis in your business, or dealing with business or family disputes, it can feel overwhelming. Don’t shoulder the burden alone. With decades of legal and financial expertise, Hawco Peters provides strategic business intervention and dispute resolution services that are faster, less expensive and less stressful than going to court.
We are here for you! Get in touch with us below or call us at (403) 829-1933 and let us help your business!
