Fraud Investigation & Evidence Gathering
Our employee fraud expert witnesses conduct structured forensic investigations under legal professional privilege. We analyse financial records, email data, system logs, and transaction trails to establish what occurred, who was involved, and how the fraud was concealed. Every investigation produces evidence-quality workpapers suitable for civil proceedings, criminal prosecution, or employment tribunal.
Our Methodology
| Phase | What We Do | Deliverable |
|---|---|---|
| Initial scoping | Review available records, assess fraud type, identify evidence gaps, and agree investigation scope with instructing solicitor. | Investigation plan and evidence preservation checklist |
| Evidence collection | Secure financial records, payroll data, expense claims, supplier records, and digital evidence before suspect is alerted. | Preserved evidence archive with chain of custody |
| Analysis | Data analytics, transaction tracing, pattern identification, and reconciliation of records against bank statements. | Investigation workpapers with findings summary |
| Reporting | Prepare privileged investigation report or CPR Part 35 expert witness report depending on proceedings. | Expert report or confidential investigation findings |
Frequently Asked Questions
How quickly can a forensic accountant start an employee fraud investigation?
Emergency response is available within 24 hours for urgent cases where assets may be dissipated or evidence is at risk. A preliminary assessment can typically be completed within 48 hours, sufficient to support freezing injunction applications and inform your solicitor's immediate strategy.
Should the fraud investigation be conducted under legal professional privilege?
Yes, in most cases. Forensic accountants instructed via your solicitor produce investigation reports protected by legal professional privilege - safeguarding your legal strategy from disclosure to the opposing party. Direct instruction by the employer may waive this protection.
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