Family Law and Divorce Forensic Accounting Services in Los Angeles
BPM’s Family Law and Divorce Forensic Accounting Services in Los Angeles offer professional assistance in family law matters such as asset tracing, income available for support and business valuation. We provide support for document production requests and disclosure document preparation. Our advisors can analyze undisclosed income through personal lifestyle investigations or forensic investigations of business interests in divorce cases.
We also provide advice on the tax impact of asset division and offer strategies to mitigate future tax consequences in designing settlement structures. Additionally, we work in collaborative settings as mutually agreed-upon advisors to help structure settlements that benefit both parties. BPM’s professionals are also available for court-appointed roles under Section 730.
Family Law and Divorce Accounting Services in Los Angeles
Our family law and divorce accounting services include:
Business Valuation
Family law business valuation in California requires specialized experience, as the “marital value” of a business can differ from its fair market value. We advise clients and attorneys on the intricacies of business valuation to ensure appropriate settlements.
Income Available for Support
Marital disputes often involve complex discussions regarding spousal and child support. BPM professionals are adept at identifying income sources and amounts available for support. This includes investigating lifestyle behaviors to uncover undisclosed income or expenses.
Reimbursement Claims
With extensive experience as fraud auditors, BPM’s professionals apply appropriate techniques to make or defend reimbursement claims, including Watts charges, Epstein credits and Pereira / Van Camp business reimbursements under Family Code Section 2640.
Tracings
BPM professionals are experienced in tracing the characterization of community vs. separate property. We work alongside legal counsel to select the right techniques for effective results.
Family Law Accountings
We offer full accounting of the family unit’s transactions and family business operations. Our skilled team quickly converts raw documentation into useful accounting for court or attorney use.
Moore Marsden Calculations
We specialize in preparing Moore Marsden calculations and assisting with properties with multiple financings or commingled funds.
Hidden Assets
BPM frequently uncovers hidden assets moved for the benefit of one spouse at the expense of another. Our tracings and accounting methods use the same techniques employed by the IRS Criminal Investigation Division.
730 Joint Expert Appointments
BPM welcomes joint expert assignments under Evidence Code Section 730. These appointments are beneficial for small yet complex cases, including sparse records or business valuation issues. We use mediation settings to help resolve cases effectively.
Our professionals offer comprehensive accounting services to review and convert raw documentation into valuable reports. We also provide advice on the tax implications of asset division and strategies for future tax mitigation.
Contact Information
Kim J. Onisko – Partner, Consulting and Forensic Accounting
Phone: (562) 420-3100 |
Brett Sterbens – Supervisor, CPA, CVA, CFE
Phone: (562) 420-3100 |
