Business Details
17 Years
experience
Forensic Accounting and Expert Investigations in Albuquerque, NM
The McHard Firm is a specialized forensic accounting practice dedicated to providing expert investigative and litigation support services. Founded in 2009, our firm combines decades of experience in financial forensics, fraud examination, and expert testimony with a commitment to personalized client service. Our team holds prestigious certifications including Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified in Financial Forensics (CFF), and Master Analyst in Financial Forensics (MAFF). We serve clients nationwide through forensic accounting, asset tracing, expert witness testimony, and professional education programs. Our partners have testified in federal and state courts across multiple jurisdictions and have developed specialized expertise in medical billing fraud, construction industry disputes, and police misconduct cases.We maintain private investigator licenses in four states to ensure legal compliance in investigative work. Our educational initiatives include anti-fraud training for Fortune 100 companies, law enforcement agencies, and international professional organizations. The firm's founders have received industry recognition through publications in Fraud Magazine, contributions to academic journals, and induction into the UNM Anderson School of Management Hall of Fame. We maintain strict data privacy policies and offer free initial consultations to help clients navigate complex financial disputes.
Services
Forensic Accounting
Fraud Examinations
Expert Witness Testimony
Financial Investigations
Professional Education
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of forensic accounting experience in federal and state court cases
- Our team holds multiple industry certifications including CFE, CFF, and MAFF
- We maintain active private investigator licenses in four US states
- Our partners have testified in over 100 court proceedings nationwide
- We provide 24/7 personalized attention directly from firm partners
Associations and certifications
- Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE)
- National Association of Certified Valuation Analysts (NACVA)
- American Institute of CPAs (AICPA)
Services
Forensic Accounting
Our forensic accounting services investigate financial discrepancies through detailed analysis of accounting records. We reconstruct lost financial data, examine fraud allegations, and prepare court-admissible reports. Our experts work on cases involving business disputes, partnership dissolutions, and regulatory compliance matters.
Fraud Examinations
We conduct comprehensive fraud examinations using specialized interview techniques and financial analysis. Our team has secured written confessions and voluntary repayments in white-collar crime cases. We provide expert analysis for insurance claims and internal corporate investigations.
Expert Witness Testimony
Our certified experts provide testimony in federal and state courts on financial fraud, accounting malpractice, and police misconduct cases. We offer both testifying and consulting expert services for civil and criminal litigation matters across multiple jurisdictions.
Professional Education
We deliver specialized training programs on fraud prevention, interview techniques, and financial investigations. Our educational services include CPE webinars, law enforcement training, and corporate compliance programs for Fortune 100 companies and government agencies.
Financial Investigations
Our financial investigations trace hidden assets in business litigation and domestic matters. We specialize in medical billing fraud, construction industry disputes, and white-collar crime investigations. Our team maintains active private investigator licenses in four US states.
People
Janet M. McHard
Founding Partner
Certified Fraud Examiner with 15+ years of forensic accounting experience. Former senior manager at Meyners + Company. Holds CPA, MAFF, and CFF certifications. Testified in federal and state courts nationwide. Author of Fraud Casebook contributions and ACFE webinars.
Beth A. Mohr
Managing Partner
Certified Fraud Examiner and licensed private investigator in four states. Former San Diego police officer with national law enforcement instructor certification. Expert in fraud investigations, police misconduct cases, and cryptocurrency matters. Holds multiple financial crime certifications.
Questions
What forensic accounting services do you offer?
We provide fraud examinations, financial investigations, expert witness testimony, asset tracing, and litigation support for civil and criminal cases.
How can you help with legal cases?
Our team offers court-admissible financial analysis, expert testimony in federal and state courts, and investigative support for employment disputes and business dissolutions.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit cards through LawPay and Bitcoin payments via BitPay for all forensic accounting services.
In which areas do you operate?
While based in Albuquerque and San Diego, we provide forensic accounting services to clients nationwide.
Do you offer data privacy protection?
Yes, we maintain strict data privacy policies and do not collect any visitor information through our website.
