Forensic Accounting Services

What is Forensic Accounting?

Forensic accounting is the investigation and analysis of financial records for use in legal proceedings. It goes far beyond standard accounting — it requires investigative skills, knowledge of the law, and the ability to present complex financial findings in a way that judges, juries, and attorneys can understand.

At Lake Hamilton Tax & Advisory, our forensic accounting work is led by Christy Adams Stephens, who holds the rare combination of CPA, Certified Forensic Accountant, and Certified Fraud Examiner credentials. She is also recognized as an expert witness in accounting matters by courts in both Arkansas and Louisiana.

Our Forensic Accounting Services

• Litigation Support — Financial analysis and expert consultation for attorneys handling civil and criminal cases
• Economic Damages Analysis — Quantifying financial losses in business disputes, personal injury claims, and breach of contract matters
• Asset Tracing — Following the money through complex transactions to identify hidden or misappropriated assets
• Business Income Loss Analysis — Calculating lost profits and business interruption damages for insurance claims and litigation
• Shareholder & Partner Disputes — Investigating financial records to resolve disagreements between business owners
• Marital Dissolution / Divorce — Identifying hidden assets, evaluating business interests, and ensuring equitable property division
• Insurance Claims Analysis — Reviewing policy terms and calculating covered losses accurately
• Financial Statement Analysis — Examining financial records for irregularities, misrepresentation, or manipulation

Why Choose Lake Hamilton for Forensic Accounting?

Most CPA firms that list forensic accounting as a service are really just general accountants who occasionally handle a dispute. We’re different. Forensic investigation is a core specialty of this firm — not a side offering. Christy’s credentials, court recognition, and hands-on investigative experience set us apart from general practitioners.

Serving Attorneys Across Arkansas and Louisiana

If you’re an attorney who needs a forensic accountant for an upcoming case, we offer early case assessment to help you evaluate potential damages and build your strategy from the financial side. We work alongside counsel throughout the case — from document review and discovery support through deposition and trial testimony.