Litigation & Business Valuation
In an age of increased scrutiny, counsel and audit committees are turning to Berdon LLP not only for investigative support, but also for practical advice on improving internal controls and corporate governance. Berdon’s Internal Investigations service team stands ready to assist companies’ board of directors, audit committee, or their outside counsel in all aspects of internal investigations — from determining "what went wrong" to sizing the issues and developing practical remedial solutions.
Our practice is led by professionals with extensive and on-point experience in litigation services, assessing potential fraudulent financial reporting, and internal controls improvement. Our expertise encompasses a diverse array of investigative services and includes forensic and fraud investigations, Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) violations, internal controls investigations, computer forensics, money laundering analysis, and purchase price disputes. We have worked with major law firms and businesses as well as with the FBI, U.S. Attorney’s Office, the SEC, and other government agencies. Our seasoned professionals bring unique investigative accounting and fraud detection expertise and internal controls consulting experience to every matter. Based on our proven investigative methodology, our hands–on professionals:
Conduct interviews, review and analyze available information to
Determine what went wrong
Evaluate the nature, extent, and pervasiveness of issues under investigation
Identify potential issues that have not been uncovered
Analyze compliance with GAAP
Assist in presentation of findings
Recommend corrective actions to address control weaknesses
Develop sustainable processes to monitor compliance
Establish effective remedial programs to prevent a repeat of violations