Forensic Accounting & Expert Witness Support in Tampa, Florida

Tampa counsel retains our firm when a case turns on the numbers — whether that involves financial disputes, tracing misappropriated assets, quantifying damages, or valuing a business interest. We work alongside litigation teams at every stage, from initial case assessment through trial, providing the analysis attorneys need to build and present a credible financial narrative. Learn more about our forensic accounting services, expert witness and litigation support, and economic damages practice.

Our deliverables are built for the courtroom. Reports are written in plain language, tied to the record, and structured to withstand cross-examination. When the matter requires it, Mr. Friedman is available for deposition and trial testimony as a qualified expert witness.

  • Financial tracing and reconstruction
  • Business valuation and income analysis
  • Damages analysis and litigation support

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Tampa businesses and attorneys working on complex financial matters need a forensic accountant and business valuation expert who understands both the numbers and the local legal landscape. Joey N. Friedman, CPA, ABV, MACC, MIB, serves Tampa, Hillsborough County, and the surrounding Bay Area with forensic accounting and business valuation services trusted by attorneys, business owners, and courts throughout Florida.

Whether you need to uncover financial fraud, value a business for a divorce or shareholder dispute, calculate lost profits, or prepare an expert witness for trial, our firm delivers analysis built on verified data — not assumptions — and opinions that withstand cross-examination.

How We Help Tampa Clients

Our practice focuses exclusively on complex financial analysis, giving Tampa clients access to CPA-level forensic and valuation expertise at every stage of their case or transaction.

  • Forensic Investigations: We trace funds, reconstruct books, and expose financial misconduct in a defensible, court-ready format. Learn more about our forensic accounting services.
  • Business Valuation: Certified business valuations (ABV credential) for litigation, transactions, estate planning, and partnership matters. See our business valuation services.
  • Economic Damages & Lost Profits: Rigorous lost profits, lost wages, and diminished value analyses for breach of contract, business interruption, and personal injury matters. Explore our economic damages practice.
  • Expert Witness Services: Clear, credible testimony and expert reports for federal and state court proceedings. See our forensic accounting expert witness services.

Common Cases in Tampa & Hillsborough County

Tampa’s diverse economy — spanning healthcare, finance, real estate, construction, and professional services — generates a wide range of financial disputes that require forensic accounting and business valuation expertise.

  • Fraud & Embezzlement Investigations: Employee theft, vendor kickbacks, insurance fraud, and financial statement manipulation are common in Hillsborough County businesses of all sizes. We quantify losses and document findings for law enforcement and civil litigation.
  • Divorce Business Valuation: Florida equitable distribution requires accurate valuation of closely held businesses. We provide objective, defensible valuations that survive scrutiny from opposing counsel and the court.
  • Shareholder & Partnership Disputes: Minority oppression, breach of fiduciary duty, and buyout disagreements require an independent valuation and forensic review of company financials.
  • Breach of Contract Damages: Lost profits analysis is critical when a Tampa business has suffered revenue losses due to another party’s breach. We calculate but-for profits and apply the appropriate standard of proof.
  • Business Interruption Claims: When a disaster, supply chain disruption, or covered event halts operations, we quantify lost revenue and extra expenses to support insurance claims and litigation.

What to Expect (Process)

We follow a structured, transparent engagement process so Tampa clients and their attorneys always know where the analysis stands.

  1. Initial Consultation: We discuss your matter, identify the financial questions at issue, and outline the scope of work — typically within 24 to 48 hours of your initial contact.
  2. Document Gathering & Review: We request relevant financial records, tax returns, bank statements, contracts, and other source documents. Our team identifies gaps and requests additional materials as needed.
  3. Analysis & Methodology: Using accepted forensic and valuation methodologies, we analyze the data, apply appropriate standards (AICPA, NACVA, ASA), and develop our findings.
  4. Draft Report: A preliminary report is shared with retaining counsel for review before finalization. We incorporate factual corrections and clarifications consistent with professional standards.
  5. Final Report & Testimony: We deliver a final written report and are available for deposition and trial testimony if the matter proceeds to litigation.

Service Area

Our primary service area covers the greater Tampa Bay region, including Hillsborough County, Pinellas County, St. Petersburg, and Clearwater. We regularly appear as expert witnesses in the Hillsborough County Circuit Court, the Middle District of Florida (Tampa Division), and Pinellas County courts.

Because forensic accounting and business valuation work is largely document-driven, we also serve clients throughout Florida and across the United States on a remote and nationwide basis. Distance is not a barrier to receiving the same level of analysis and expert opinion.

Credentials & Professional Qualifications

Joey N. Friedman, CPA, ABV, MACC, MIB is the founder and principal of the firm. His qualifications include:

  • CPA (Certified Public Accountant) — Licensed in Florida, with extensive experience in financial statement analysis and accounting standards.
  • ABV (Accredited in Business Valuation) — Awarded by the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) to CPAs who demonstrate expertise in business valuation.
  • MACC (Master of Accounting) — Graduate-level accounting education providing an advanced foundation in financial analysis.
  • MIB (Master in International Business) — Expertise in cross-border financial structures and international business analysis.
  • Forensic Accounting & Litigation Support: Mr. Friedman has served as a retained and court-appointed expert in fraud investigations, business valuation disputes, and damages calculations across Florida and nationally.
  • Expert Witness Experience: Qualified as an expert in federal and state courts, with a track record of delivering clear, well-supported opinions that withstand cross-examination.

Contact Joey Friedman CPA — Tampa Forensic Accountant

When your Tampa case or transaction requires a forensic accountant or business valuation expert, time matters. Contact our firm today for a confidential consultation.

We respond to attorney and client inquiries promptly, typically within one business day.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a forensic accountant and do I need one in Tampa?

A forensic accountant is a CPA with specialized training in financial investigation, litigation support, and expert witness testimony. If you are involved in a Tampa business dispute, divorce, fraud investigation, or insurance claim with a financial component, a forensic accountant can quantify damages, trace funds, and provide court-admissible opinions.

How is a forensic accountant different from a regular CPA or auditor?

While auditors assess whether financial statements are fairly presented under GAAP, forensic accountants focus on detecting fraud, tracing misappropriated funds, calculating damages, and preparing analysis specifically for litigation or dispute resolution. Our forensic accounting practice is purpose-built for legal proceedings.

How do you value a business for a Tampa divorce case?

For marital dissolution matters in Hillsborough County, we apply accepted valuation methodologies — income approach, market approach, and asset approach — to determine the fair market value or investment value of the business as of the relevant date. Florida law governs equitable distribution, and our business valuation reports are prepared to meet Florida court standards.

Can you serve as an expert witness in Hillsborough County Circuit Court?

Yes. Joey N. Friedman, CPA, ABV has been qualified and has testified as an expert witness in Florida state courts, including Hillsborough County, as well as federal courts in the Middle District of Florida. Learn more about our expert witness services.

How do you calculate lost profits in a breach of contract case?

Lost profits analysis starts with the “but-for” scenario — what would the business have earned absent the breach — and compares it to actual results. We use historical financials, industry data, and market analysis to build a supportable damages model. See our economic damages practice for more detail.

Do you handle business interruption insurance claims in Tampa?

Yes. We quantify lost revenues and extra expenses resulting from covered events, including property damage, supply chain disruptions, and other interruptions. Our analysis supports both first-party insurance claims and coverage litigation.

What is the cost of a forensic accounting engagement in Tampa?

Fees depend on the scope and complexity of the matter. We offer an initial consultation to assess the issues, define the scope of work, and provide a fee estimate. Contact our firm to begin that conversation.

Do you work with attorneys on a referral basis?

Yes. We regularly work with Tampa and Hillsborough County attorneys across practice areas including family law, commercial litigation, criminal defense, and insurance defense. We are available for case strategy consultations, expert reports, and trial testimony.