What we do / Accountancy / Forensic Accounting

Precision, discretion, and supportive partnership

When the situation is sensitive, we stay clear-eyed and committed to a positive outcome

Forensic accounting and litigation support

When disputes or challenges arise, you need a partner you can rely on. We provide comprehensive forensic accounting and litigation services across a variety of business circumstances, providing not only an expert eye, but reassurance when you need it most. Our professional team are highly respected, and are familiar with both civil and family procedure rules – as well as accredited by the Academy of Experts.

The right expertise for your needs

Not only do we have extensive experience of trials, arbitration and mediation, but can draw on our specialist expertise across taxation, accounting, statutory and business valuation to find a resolution that’s right for you. Our priority is providing a committed service throughout what can be difficult, time-consuming processes. Our members have given evidence under cross-examination in the County, Crown and High Courts.

When matters are complex or sensitive, we’ll act with integrity. We can help with:

  • Business and share valuations

    Business and share valuations

  • Matrimonial proceedings

    Matrimonial proceedings

  • Commercial disputes

    Commercial disputes

  • Loss of profits

    Loss of profits

  • Professional negligence

    Professional negligence

  • Tax and VAT, including special reports re: HMRC’s Fraud Investigation Service

    Tax and VAT, including special reports re: HMRC’s Fraud Investigation Service

FAQs

What is an expert witness?
An expert witness is someone whose opinion on a specialist subject is admissible as evidence in court proceedings.
Who instructs the expert?
Usually in court proceedings, instruction is from the solicitors for the parties. This can be a joint instruction by both parties (a single joint expert), or by one party only (a party appointed expert). The court must agree that expert evidence is required, and the report is addressed to the court.
What if separate advice is needed?
We can also give advice as a shadow expert. This is where the advice is provided to the party, not to the court.
Where can an expert accountant help in separation or divorce?
We can assist both the parties and the court during matrimonial proceedings, providing advice and support on matters such as business and company valuations, capital extraction, income and tax, and regarding the allocation of matrimonial assets.
We have always been very impressed with Burgess Hodgson in their professionalism, the quality of their work and accuracy.
Family solicitor, Kent
I have instructed Kenton on a number of tax and business planning matters over several years, both in my own capacity and for clients of my firm. His advice is always practical, clear and understandable to the lay person and backed by a deep knowledge of the relevant subjects. I have always recommended him to law firms I work with as an expert on divorce, and he has a high reputation in this regard.
Independent Financial Adviser, Kent

Partners you can trust

Here when it matters most. Our friendly experts are on-hand to provide impartial, comprehensive advice.