Utilizing knowledge and insight of both financial and accounting matters as well as criminal and unethical patterns of abuse, the professionals of FTM Advisors are able to efficiently gather facts, analyze the issues, and prepare reports and presentations that stand up to scrutiny.
We investigate allegations of fraud in relationships between franchisors and franchisees, buyers and sellers and among business partners or employees, including:
Hidden or misappropriated assets
Employee theft and embezzlement
Misreporting in contracts
Whistle-blower allegations
Reconstructing financial record-keeping systems
Other white-collar investigations to maximize recovery
Provide guidance for improving policies and internal controls in line with best practices in corporate governance.
Dispute
Analysis
When disputes arise, the professionals at FTM Advisors follow proven methodologies and develop economic models to address the financial impact of complex disputes.
Drawing upon our experience and expertise, we prepare calculations in areas including:
Contractual damage claims
Analysis of financial agreements
Shareholder disputers
Dissenting shareholder actions
Partnership dissolution
Corporate and personal claims for lost earnings
Class action damage calculations
Objective and thorough assessment of damage claims prepared by opposing experts.
Litigation Advisory
When business disputes result in litigation, FTM Advisors assists your team with the following:
Early assessment of potential damages.
Identify relevant discovery issues.
Assist Counsel's preparation for the deposition and cross-examination of opposing experts.
Deliver clear and concise explanation of expert opinions and analysis.