Business Details
17 Years
experience
Trusted Forensic Accounting & Fraud Investigation Services in New Orleans
Brown Forensic Accounting has been a trusted leader in forensic accounting and fraud investigation since 2009. Our founder, Susan E. Brown, brings over 30 years of experience as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified in Financial Forensics (CFF), and Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE). With a career spanning roles at Arthur Andersen & Co., law enforcement agencies, and government programs, we specialize in unraveling complex financial disputes and litigation support. Our expertise includes bankruptcy analysis, business valuations, economic damages assessments, and white-collar crime investigations. We serve clients in New Orleans, Louisiana, and neighboring regions with personalized, court-ready solutions. Our work in high-profile cases, including BP Oil Spill claims and governmental fraud detection, underscores our commitment to precision and integrity.Clients benefit from our deep technical knowledge, creative problem-solving, and unwavering dedication to uncovering financial truths. We combine decades of experience with cutting-edge methodologies to deliver actionable insights in legal and financial matters. Our reputation for excellence is built on a foundation of rigorous analysis, ethical standards, and a client-centric approach that prioritizes clarity and trust. Whether supporting attorneys in litigation or guiding individuals through divorce-related financial disputes, we remain steadfast in our mission to investigate facts and find the truth.
Services
Bankruptcy Analysis
Business Valuation
Economic Damages
Fraud Investigations
Litigation Support
Matrimonial Dissolution
White Collar Investigations
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- Certified in Financial Forensics by the American Institute of CPAs
- Over 30 years of forensic accounting experience since 1991
- Led investigations for law enforcement and governmental agencies
- Specialized expertise in BP Oil Spill economic damage claims
- Proven track record in complex litigation support and fraud detection
Services
Fraud Investigations
Our fraud investigations combine technical accounting expertise with investigative rigor to uncover financial misconduct. We specialize in employee theft, securities fraud, and insurance fraud cases, providing evidence collection and expert reporting for legal proceedings. With experience in both civil and criminal matters, we deliver actionable insights to law enforcement and corporate clients.
Business Valuation
We provide court-defensible business valuations for mergers, divorce settlements, and litigation. Our analysis incorporates industry-specific standards and economic factors to determine accurate valuations. Services include purchase price allocation, shareholder dispute resolution, and tax planning support for businesses across Louisiana and Mississippi.
Litigation Support
Our litigation support services assist attorneys with complex financial data analysis. We prepare expert reports, conduct document discovery, and provide deposition testimony. The firm specializes in organizing financial evidence to clarify tax, accounting, and economic issues for courtroom presentations.
Matrimonial Dissolution
We analyze financial records to ensure fair asset division during divorce proceedings. Our services include lifestyle analysis, asset tracing, and income verification. We help attorneys quantify marital estates and identify concealed assets through detailed tax return and bank statement reviews.
Economic Damages
We calculate economic damages for business disputes and personal claims. Our assessments cover lost profits, market share erosion, and restitution requirements. The firm has extensive experience quantifying losses related to the BP Oil Spill and other complex litigation scenarios.
People
Susan E. Brown
Founder/CPA
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with 30+ years of forensic accounting experience. Former Arthur Andersen auditor specializing in governmental and corporate fraud investigations. Holds CFF and CFE certifications. Served as forensic auditor for law enforcement agencies and BP Oil Spill claims.
Questions
What is forensic accounting?
Forensic accounting investigates financial discrepancies for legal proceedings. We analyze records to detect fraud, calculate damages, and provide court-admissible reports.
What certifications do you hold?
We maintain CPA (Certified Public Accountant), CFF (Certified in Financial Forensics), and CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner) credentials through AICPA and ACFE.
Do you handle divorce-related financial cases?
Yes, we specialize in matrimonial dissolution analysis, including asset tracing, lifestyle evaluations, and business valuation for divorce settlements.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Louisiana and Mississippi, with capabilities for nationwide cases requiring forensic accounting expertise.
Can you assist with white-collar crime cases?
Yes, we support both prosecution and defense in white-collar investigations, including fraud schemes, embezzlement, and public funds misappropriation.
