2025 Forensic, Litigation & Valuation Services Conference - 2nd Day Only - In Person

Overview

This year’s Forensic Litigation and Valuation Services Conference offers timely, in-depth content focused on the evolving landscape of forensic accounting and valuation. Louisiana continues to be a center for high-quality professional development in these areas, delivering valuable insights to help you stay ahead. Whether you’re a seasoned CPA or exploring new opportunities in this dynamic field join us at the Ritz this August!

Tuesday, August 12

7:30 – 7:55 am Registration & Continental Breakfast/Webcast Access Opens at 7:30

7:55am  Opening Remarks

8:00 – 8:50 am
View From the Bench
The Honorable Wendy B. Vitter, Chief Judge • U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana


8:50 – 10:05 am  
Fraud and Collusion
Yigal Rechtman, CPA, CFE, CITP, CISM • Rechtman Consulting • Fort Lee, NJ
Most fraud examiners and auditors are familiar with the fraud triangle and how fraudsters act. When it comes to collusion some of the assumptions in fraud detection, or the detection of material misstatements in an audit must be re-examined. Even with good internal controls, fraud by collusion is possible, so during this presentation we will understand how collusion is created. We will then explore practical tips for identifying collusion. This course is directed at both fraud examiners and auditors.

10:05 am – 10:25 am Break/Visit Exhibitors

10:25 – 11:35 am
Tips and Pitfalls to Avoid When Testifying
Panel TBA

11:35 am – 12:35 pm Lunch/Visit Exhibitors

12:35 - 1:25 pm
Business Valuation from a Broker Perspective
G.F. Gay LeBreton, MBA  • Chaffe & Associates, Inc. • New Orleans, LA 

1:25 – 2:15 pm
Follow the Money – Unraveling Crypto Crimes through Blockchain Tracing
Richard Peters, CISSP, CISA, CDPSE, QSA • HKA • Houston, TX

2:15 – 2:35 pm Break/Visit Exhibitors

2:35 – 3:25 pm
The Business of Sports: Valuation of Sports Franchises
Bryce Erickson, ASA, MRICS • Mercer Capital • Dallas, TX


3:25 – 4:20 pm
Insights from a Mediator
Roger Javier, JD • The Javier Law Firm • New Orleans, LA

Notice

HOTEL INFORMATION
Forensic Litigation & Valuation Services Conference attendees get exclusive rates on rooms for this event:

The Ritz Carlton New Orleans
921 Canal St.
New Orleans, LA 70112
504.524.1331
Exclusive Rate: Only $159/night!
Book by July 22!

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SPONSOR THIS EVENT

Sponsorship is a great way to connect with CPA professionals and increase your visibility within the community. To learn more or recommend a sponsor, contract Diedra Allen at dallen@louisiana.cpa or click here for more information.