FVC2433. Piercing the Corporate Veil: The Accountant's Role in Alter Ego Claims

This session will include a high-level introduction to alter ego analysis and testimony provided by experts, insights into how to organize and conduct expert analysis, discussion of real-world examples and challenges, and key takeaways for providing helpful analysis and opinions for counsel and the trier of fact.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify the basics of alter ego matters including what such claims mean, how relevant statutes and case law may vary by jurisdiction, and the different factors and indicia of alter ego to be considered in an expert’s analysis.
• Identify the role of the expert in alter ego claims, including the purpose of expert opinions and testimony and how experts add value in these matters.
• Recognize how to organize document requests, conduct analysis, and present findings in a way that is helpful to counsel and the trier of fact.