Business Details
Expert Accounting & Forensic Services in Monroe, CT
Founded on a foundation of technical excellence and client-centric service, our firm has established itself as a trusted partner for complex financial and accounting challenges. With over 35 years of hands-on experience, we specialize in forensic accounting, business valuation, and tax controversy resolution, serving attorneys, businesses, and professionals nationwide. Our team combines deep expertise in accounting standards, litigation support, and regulatory compliance to deliver actionable insights tailored to each client's unique needs. We maintain active involvement in high-stakes legal matters, including Kovel assignments, Foreign Corrupt Practices Act investigations, and expert witness testimony, ensuring our clients receive defensible analyses and strategic guidance.Our commitment to continuous professional development is evidenced by our team's multiple industry certifications, including Certified Public Accountant, Certified Fraud Examiner, and Chartered Global Management Accountant designations. Through a combination of technical rigor, courtroom experience, and personalized service, we help clients navigate complex financial disputes, optimize tax positions, and implement effective compliance frameworks. Our practice's national reputation for quality work is built on decades of delivering accurate, timely, and legally sound accounting solutions to both plaintiff and defense legal teams.
Services
Forensic Accounting
Kovel Assignments
Business Valuation
Tax Controversies
FCPA Investigations
Highlights and features
- We offer over 35 years of experience in forensic accounting and tax services
- Our team holds multiple industry certifications including CPA and CFE designations
- We provide expert testimony in federal and state court proceedings
- Our practice maintains a national reputation for quality forensic accounting work
- We combine technical expertise with practical business valuation experience
Associations and certifications
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
- Certified Financial Forensics (CFF)
- Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
- Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA)
- Accredited Business Valuation (ABV)
Services
Forensic Accounting
Our forensic accounting practice provides investigative support for legal proceedings through detailed analysis of financial records and evidence evaluation. We specialize in bankruptcy accounting, securities fraud investigations, and white-collar crime analysis while maintaining courtroom-ready documentation standards. With decades of experience in federal and state court matters, our team delivers accurate financial reconstructions and expert testimony that withstands rigorous legal scrutiny.
Kovel Assignments
We serve as Kovel accountants in civil and criminal matters, assisting legal teams with case development and defense strategies. Our experts provide comprehensive support throughout litigation processes including deposition preparation, damages calculations, and expert testimony. Our understanding of courtroom procedures helps attorneys effectively present complex financial information in accessible formats during trials and arbitration proceedings.
Business Valuation
We deliver precise business valuations for merger and acquisition transactions, legal disputes, and tax purposes. Our services cover intellectual property valuation, purchase price allocation, and analysis of business interruptions. Utilizing IRS Section 482 standards and FASB guidelines, we provide defensible valuations that support both transactional and litigation needs with detailed financial analysis.
Tax Controversies
Our tax controversy services address complex tax issues through strategic resolution approaches. We assist clients with IRS matters, audit committee support, and regulatory compliance assessments. With extensive experience in criminal tax investigations and audit defense, we help businesses and individuals navigate tax disputes while minimizing financial exposure and legal risks.
FCPA Investigations
We provide specialized support for Foreign Corrupt Practices Act matters including compliance assessments, investigative services, and transaction due diligence. Our team helps organizations implement effective anti-bribery controls, conduct risk assessments, and respond to regulatory inquiries. With deep forensic accounting expertise, we assist law firms in addressing FCPA-related challenges during mergers and acquisitions.
People
Michael Plude
Managing Partner
With over 35 years of experience, Michael Plude leads Kaskie Plude's forensic accounting practice. He provides expert testimony in federal and state courts while maintaining multiple industry certifications including CPA, CFE, and CGMA. His expertise spans tax controversy resolution, business valuation, and litigation support services.
Questions
What accounting services do you specialize in?
We specialize in forensic accounting, business valuation, tax controversies, Kovel assignments, and Foreign Corrupt Practices Act matters.
Do you work directly with legal teams?
Yes, we provide expert support to law firms through Kovel assignments, expert testimony, and litigation support services.
What certifications do your accountants hold?
Our team maintains Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), and Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA) certifications.
How do you handle complex financial investigations?
We combine forensic accounting expertise with courtroom experience to analyze financial records and present findings in clear, legally defensible formats.
Can you assist with business valuation for legal disputes?
Yes, we provide detailed business valuations for mergers, acquisitions, and litigation purposes using IRS and FASB standards.
Do you offer tax controversy resolution services?
We help clients resolve complex tax issues through strategic approaches to IRS matters and audit defense strategies.
