Ericksen,
Krentel
& LaPorte offers a unique resource for litigation support: a well-balanced
team of professionals with the experience and expertise to meet your objectives.
Our professionals are able to identify financial issues, quantify the legal
issues and present conclusions through clearly written reports and effective
expert testimony.
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Our litigation
support group has witness experience, backed by the professional discipline
that creates compelling testimony.
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Our business
valuation team offers a depth of knowledge and team approach that produces
reports attorneys can use in a variety of ways.
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Our estate and
trust group has exceptional experience and technical skill.
The audit,
accounting and computer expertise of our entire organization provide a staff
experienced in the discipline of discovery and compilation of materials which is
key to a successful engagement for you and your client.
Litigation
Consulting
Our litigation
consulting practice is comprised of accountants and valuation professionals
capable of providing valuable insights and credible testimony in litigation,
alternative dispute resolution and bankruptcy related matters.
Our professionals
are available to provide support in the following areas:
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Damage claims
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Business
valuation services
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Loss profits
analyses
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Accounting
practices
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Divorce
services
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Employee fraud
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Bankruptcy-related
matters
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Insurance
claims
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Criminal tax
cases
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Expert witness
services
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Mediation and
arbitration
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Alternative
dispute resolution
Our principal
substantive areas of focus include:
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General
contract disputes (lost profits and diminution in value analysis)
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Acquisition
disputes
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Business
ownership disputes
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Professional
liability claims
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Fraud and
forensic investigations
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Business
interruption claims
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Bankruptcy-related
litigation
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Complex lost
earnings analysis (employment, injury and death)
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Commercial
damage calculation
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Economic loss
calculation
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Hidden assets
discovery
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Fraudulent
transfers identification
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Contractual
compliance assessment
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Lease auditing
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Due diligence
examinations
Business
Valuation Services
The demand for
business valuation services has increased tremendously in recent years,
especially from owners of family businesses concerned with estate and gift tax
issues and succession planning, parties in divorce settlements, or individuals
who need guidance on buying or selling a business.
Should you require
valuation services, Ericksen, Krentel & LaPorte is an excellent
alternate resource for a variety of valuation types and methods. Because we have
experienced CPAs on staff accredited as Certified Valuation Analysts (CVAs), we
are available to provide full and comprehensive renderings of value,
consultations regarding an assessment of value, or — as needed in some cases
— a quick and economical preliminary estimate of value. The rigorous
educational requirements of the CVA designation combined with experience as a
CPA ensures that the services you receive are of the highest professional
competency, thoroughness, and accuracy.
Using the services
of a CVA allows you time to devote to the legal aspects of a case. Additionally,
in the role of consultant, as opposed to that of expert witness, the CVA is free
to act as an advocate for you and your client. With a financial advocate on the
litigation team, the outcome is more likely to produce positive results.
We would be
pleased to answer any questions you have about EK&L's professional
valuation services or to discuss your specific valuation needs. For more
information call Kevin Neyrey, CPA, CVA or Dennis Tizzard, CPA, CVA at (504)
486-7275. We would be happy to more fully explain the valuation process and
provide our assistance in achieving your objectives.
