Accountant negligence claims

Our team of award-winning chartered accountants and accredited forensic accountants have considerable skill and experience in advising clients that have suffered as a result of accountant negligence.

We also have considerable experience of quantifying direct and consequential losses arising from negligence by other professionals including solicitors, architects, financial advisers, insurance brokers and surveyors.

We apply our deep knowledge of accountancy practices, experience of quantifying losses and our robust judgement to advise and assist our clients resolve their disputes.

How to start an accountant negligence claim

If you believe you have suffered economic loss or damage as a result of professional negligence you will probably have appointed a lawyer, who will manage the process for you.

You will almost certainly need an experienced professional from the same field to carefully review the work performed, to advise whether the work fell short of the expected professional standards, and to advise on the consequences of any deficiencies. In most cases the results of this analysis will need to be set out in a thorough and detailed report.

We are often appointed to review the work performed by other accountants and advise on whether it fell below the expected professional standards, and to advise on the financial consequences of any deficiencies.

In many cases our forensic accountants can help quantify the economic damage arising from these defects.

Often the issues involved are highly technical and the consequences of defective professional work can be very significant and complex. It is important to appoint a highly experienced and reputable team of professionals.

To read our case studies of reported accountant negligence cases where our experts have provided expert reports and given oral evidence, click here.

Areas where we can help

We can help with various aspects of professional negligence claims, including:

Preparing an initial assessment of liability where accountants’ negligence is suspected;
Carrying out an initially assessment of the economic consequences of any deficiencies;
Helping draft correspondence, disclosure in accordance with pre-action protocols, statements of claim;
Supporting with the selection of other professionals where our role is to act as advisers;
Providing expert evidence and reports on liability (where appropriate) and economic damage for use in ADR;
Attending meetings of experts and preparing joint statements;
Attending mediations, negotiations and other processes intended to bring about an early resolution; and
Giving oral expert evidence during negotiations, mediations or at court.

Want to learn more about our forensic accounting services?

We would be delighted to hear from you and to discuss on a “without commitment” basis how we may be able to help you. Click on one of the icons to contact us, read testimonials or to read our case studies and judgments where we have given evidence.