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1 Consultants Training Institute Catalog Financial Forensics Litigation Consulting Expert Witnessing Benchmark training and certification in the accounting and financial consulting profession s hottest growth niches. Master Analyst in Financial Forensics TM (MAFF TM )...1 Litigation Consulting...4 Financial Forensics...7 Expert Witnessing...17

2 Consultants Training Institute TM Financial Forensics, Litigation Consulting, and Expert Witnessing Catalog Increase Your Firm s Revenues in 2014 Specialize in the Accounting and Financial Consulting Profession s Hottest Growth Niches Table of Contents The Consultants Training Institute TM (CTI TM ) is comprised of leading experts in the fields of business valuation, financial litigation, financial forensics and forensic accounting, mergers and acquisitions, healthcare valuation and consulting, and a variety of other related business consulting disciplines. As the most widely respected professional training organization in the accounting and financial consulting profession, the CTI combines hundreds of years of practitioner experience with academic insights to produce benchmark training and certification programs in the accounting and financial consulting industry s hottest growth niche opportunities. Demand for Financial Forensics Services Set to Soar Due to increased regulation and regulatory enforcement, as well as a record number of bankruptcies and corporate restructurings, the demand for forensic accounting services is set to soar. To help CPAs and other financial service professionals obtain the necessary training, certification, and credibility to grow and thrive in the financial forensics area, the CTI offers specialized certification and training programs and NACVA s Master Analyst in Financial Forensics TM (MAFF TM ) credential. This program offers practitioners seven different specialization paths to the MAFF designation: Commercial Damages and Lost Master Analyst in Financial Forensics TM (MAFF TM ) Certification...1 Master Analyst in Financial Forensics (MAFF) Workshop: Litigation Bootcamp for Financial Experts...4 Master Analyst in Financial Forensics (MAFF) Webinars: Define, Demonstrate, and Deploy Financial Forensics in Your Practice...5 Legal Theory and Case Law...6 Master Analyst in Financial Forensics (MAFF) Specialty Webinars: Commercial Damages and Lost Profits...7 Matrimonial Litigation...8 Bankruptcy, Insolvency, and Restructuring...9 Business Valuation in Litigation...10 Business and Intellectual Property Damages...11 Forensic Accounting...12 Profits; Forensic Accounting; Business and Intellectual Property Damages; Fraud Risk Management; Business Valuation in Litigation; Bankruptcy, Insolvency, and Restructuring; and Matrimonial Litigation. The CTI also partners with the American Institute for Expert Witness Education (AIEWE TM ) to offer practitioners several expert witness skills-development workshops, applicable to expert witnesses from all walks, as well as attorneys. You ll find more details on these affiliations and training programs in the pages that follow, and don t forget to check our website to view our more than 300 webinar offerings for Be sure to make your plans now to take maximum advantage of the Early Registration Discounts in addition to a 10 percent discount for NACVA and IBA members. Contact Member Services toll free at (800) or online at Parnell Black, MBA, CPA, CVA Chief Executive Officer National Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts Consultants' Training Institute 5217 South State Street, Suite 400 Salt Lake City, Utah Master Analyst in Financial Forensics (MAFF) Self-Study: Fraud Risk Management...13 Advanced Forensic Accounting Clinic TM...14 Foundations of Financial Forensics Workshop...15 Expert Witness Bootcamp...17 Matrimonial Expert Witness Bootcamp...18 Trial Attorney Bootcamp...19 Litigation Report Writing Workshop...20 Registration Form...21

3 Master Analyst in Financial Forensics TM (MAFF TM ) Master Analyst in Financial Forensics TM (MAFF TM ) Certification Co-Sponsored by the National Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts and the Financial Forensics Institute TM Due to increased regulation and regulatory enforcement, as well as a record number of bankruptcies and corporate restructurings, the demand for financial forensics services is set to soar. To help CPAs and other financial service professionals obtain the necessary training, certification, and credibility so they can grow and thrive in the financial forensics area, the CTI, through its partner NACVA, offers specialized certification and training programs and the Master Analyst in Financial Forensics TM (MAFF TM ) credential. NACVA s MAFF training offers practitioners seven different specialized pathways to acquire the MAFF. These areas Bankruptcy, Insolvency, and Restructuring; Commercial Damages and Lost Profits; Business and Intellectual Property Damages; Business Valuation in Litigation; Forensic Accounting; Fraud Risk Management; and Matrimonial Litigation have common underpinnings, yet with their own unique set of dynamics. These programs are developed and presented by a team of nationally recognized financial forensics experts who are leaders in their respective fields, and unlike most financial forensics training that tends to be general in scope, our programs are a deep dive into the methodologies, approaches, trends, financial investigative techniques, communication skills, practice management, and practicebuilding strategies that are being employed by successful and emerging financial forensic analysts. The MAFF credential/ designation makes a statement that when it comes to financial forensics, credential holders are the Masters of this field. Seven Specialty Tracks to Obtain the MAFF Credential 1. Commercial Damages and Lost Profits This specialty program requires attending the three-day Litigation Bootcamp for Financial Experts (see page 4) and a seven-part Commercial Damages and Lost Profits Webinar Series (see page 7) for specialty training. This specialty track of the MAFF curriculum focuses on the foundations and fundamentals of business damages measurement, including alternative approaches and methodologies, notable code sections and case law, foundational evidence and research sources, and reporting guidelines and strategies embraced by the most effective business damages experts. 2. Matrimonial Litigation This specialty program requires attending the three-day Litigation Bootcamp for Financial Experts (see page 4) and a seven-part Matrimonial Litigation Webinar Series (see page 8) for specialty training. Fundamentals cover the entire process of matrimonial litigation support, including determining support, valuing assets, and distribution of assets. Covered within this arena are valuation of marital assets, including closely held business and stock options, taxes for divorce and distribution, asset distribution, and practice management issues. 3. Bankruptcy, Insolvency, and Restructuring This specialty program requires attending the three-day Litigation Bootcamp for Financial Experts (see page 4) and a seven-part Banktuptcy, Insolvency, and Restructuring Webinar Series (see page 9) for specialty training. This specialty track focuses on work that practitioners may be called upon to perform when working in bankruptcy, reorganization, and insolvency. It is structured to provide a solid introduction to the laws, regulations, and administrative aspects of corporate bankruptcy and culminates with forensic financial analysis and the litigation environment relating to corporate bankruptcy, reorganization, and insolvency. 4. Business Valuation in Litigation This specialty program requires attending the three-day Litigation Bootcamp for Financial Experts (see page 4) and a seven-part Business Valuation in Litigation Webinar Series (see page 10) for specialty training. This specialty track focuses on the dynamics of business valuation conclusions and calculations in the context of litigation, controlling professional standards, notable case law, differing approaches to reporting in litigation, traditional and situation-specific standards of value, and other key issues impacting BV in litigation. 5. Business and Intellectual Property Damages This specialty program requires attending the three-day Litigation Bootcamp for Financial Experts (see page 4) and a seven-part Business and Intellectual Property Damages Webinar Series (see page 11) for specialty training. This track focuses on the legal foundations, methodology, best practices, and current trends in business damages and infringement of patents, trademarks, copyrights, and other intellectual property. 6. Forensic Accounting This specialty program requires attending the three-day Litigation Bootcamp for Financial Experts (see page 4) and a seven-part Forensic Accounting Webinar Series (see page 12). This track focuses on immediately usable and practical skills not theory. Attendees will immediately deploy their skills upon return to their responsibilities. Designed for both financial and non-financial professionals who require sophisticated investigative and analytical skills to stay abreast of increasing civil and criminal wrongdoer duplicity. 7. Fraud Risk Management This specialty program is available only in self-study format (see page 13). In addition to the self-study materials, this specialty program requires attending the Litigation Bootcamp for Financial Experts (see page 4), the Define, Demonstrate, and Deploy Financial Forensics in Your Practice Webinar (see page 5), and the Legal Theory and Case Law Webinar (see page 6). The Fraud Risk Management track of the MAFF offers a comprehensive understanding of fraud risk management, from identification of an organization s fraud risk to provision of practical tools to address them. The solutions offered are applicable to entities of any size and structure, from small, privately owned companies to multi-national, publicly held organizations as well as not-for-profit and governmental/regulatory enterprises. Prerequisite Requirements All seven tracks with specializations have prerequisite requirements based on both work and training experience. All applicants must also pass the MAFF certification exam. For more information, visit or contact Member Services at (800) More information on the MAFF credential is located in The Association brochure. For additional details on these seven different areas of specialty, any of which can lead to earning the MAFF designation, please refer to the pages that follow or call Member Services: (800) South State Street, Suite 400 Salt Lake City, UT Tel: (800) Internet: Page 1

4 Basic Prerequisite Certifications (one of) Experience Commercial Damages and Lost Profits Matrimonial Litigation Bankruptcy, Insolvency, and Restructuring Paths to MAFF 6 Credential Business Valuation in Litigation Business and Intellectual Property Damages Forensic Accounting Fraud Risk Management CVA 7, ABAR, ABV, ASA, AM, CBA, CBV, CFA, CFE, CMA, CM&AA, CMAP, Cr.FA, CPA, CA, MCBA Other designations with approval (See Footnote 2 ) Forensic/Litigation Foundational Prerequisite 10 Engagements or 1,000 hours in the specialty area 1 Experience Lead professional on 8 matters in the applicable specialty area with 3 presentations 3 Waiver Specialty Training Recommended Training Recommended Experience Equivalent Exam Recertification Recertification (See Footnote 5) Master Analyst in Financial Forensics (MAFF) Requirements Advanced Forensic Accounting Clinic (2 days) or Expert Witness Bootcamp (3 days) or Matrimonial Expert Witness Bootcamp (3 days) or Foundations of Financial Forensics Workshop (5 days) or possess the Certified in Financial Forensics (CFF ) designation Footnotes: 1. Alternatively, 1,000 hours in BV services of which 200 hours are in the applicable specialty area meet this requirement. 2. Specialty area is defined as experience in business and/or personal damages. 3. Presentations can include testimony in deposition or trial. 4. Alternatively, 2,500 hours in BV services of which 1,500 hours are in the applicable specialty area meet this requirement. 5. The 20 matters should include 10 depositions and/or testimony. 6. Effective April 12, 2013, NACVA s Certified Forensic Financial Analyst TM (CFFA TM ) name and credential was changed to Master Analyst in Financial Forensics (MAFF). After October 12, 2013, holders of the CFFA must drop the CFFA appellation, but may use it only in communications until October 12, 2014, to explain the transition to the MAFF credential. 3-day live Litigation Bootcamp for Financial Experts training 8 20 matters or 2,500 hours in the applicable specialty area 4 4-hour proctored exam At least 36 hours "related" training 3-day live training plus Self-Study 7. Effective April 1, 2013, NACVA s Acccredited Valuation Analyst (AVA ) credential was merged into the Certified Valuation Analyst (CVA ). Holders of the AVA may continue to hold themselves out as an AVA through March 31, 2014, after which they must drop the AVA appellation and use only the CVA. AVAs may adopt the CVA appellation any time prior to March 31, 2014, but may not use both appellations they must choose one or the other. 8. Each of the specialty tracks offers its own specialized training. That training is taught in a series of webinars (see page 3). For NASBA-related information on CPE, please refer to Page 2

5 Part 1 (CPE: 2hrs) Part 2 (CPE: 2hrs) Part 3 (CPE: 3hrs) Part 4 (CPE: 3hrs) Part 5 (CPE: 3hrs) Part 6 (CPE: 3hrs) Part 7 (CPE: 3hrs) Part 8 Master Analyst in Financial Forensics (MAFF) Specialty Training Tracks Commercial Damages and Lost Profits (see page 7) October Elements of Lost Profits and Introduction to Lost Profits Lost Profits Methods and Procedures, Part 1 Lost Profits Methods and Procedures, Part 2 Lost Profits Methods and Procedures, Part 3 Other Considerations in Lost Profits Calculations Day 1: Day 2: Day 3: Day 4: Matrimonial Litigation (see page 8) Bankruptcy, Insolvency, and Restructuring (see page 9) Live Webinar SERIES Business Valuation in Litigation (see page 10) Business and Intellectual Property Damages (see page 11) Define, Demonstrate, and Deploy Financial Forensics in Your Practice (see page 5) (Webinar Date: August 4) August November 3 7 Fundamentals of Matrimonial Litigation and How We Provide Services Forensic Accounting in Matrimonial Cases Organizing Your Work and Reporting Your Findings Valuation Issues in Matrimonial Engagements Tax Considerations in Divorce September November 3 7 Services Provided to Distressed Businesses Fraud, Financial Forensics, and Special Investigations Valuation of Distressed Businesses and Plan of Reorganization Avoidance, Reclamation, and Recovery Actions Solvency and Insolvency Testing Legal Theory and Case Law (see page 6) (Webinar Date: August 5) September October August Business Valuation Reporting and Challenges in the Litigation Environment Standards and Premises of Value in Dissenting Shareholder, Bankruptcy, and Divorce Litigation Reviewing and Challenging the Opposing Expert s Report Developing Effective Cross- Examination Strategies Opposing Experts Without Standards What to Expect and How to Challenge Them Tax Issues in Litigation-Based Valuations Live Training Advanced Concepts in Lost Profits Calculations Special Considerations for Lost Profits Calculations Patent Damages, Part 1 Patent Damages, Part 2 Trademark and Copyright Damages Forensic Accounting (see page 12) July 28 August 1 October Foundational Tools: Genogram, Entity/ Party, CRO, Indirect Method, Cash-T, APD Advanced Forensic Indices, Forensic Lexicology, Forensic Benefit Streams, Damages, QDE Advanced Report Card Techniques, Alter Ego, Fraudulent Transfer, Fraud, Proof-of-Cash, I/S Advanced Forensic Report Writing, Trial Exhibits, Scripting, Depo Matrix Advanced Technical Analysis, Gott's Principle, Central Limits, Wigmorean Charts Litigation Bootcamp for Financial Experts (see page 4) New Orleans: October 22 25, Ft. Lauderdale: November 19 22, San Diego: December Lost Profits and Valuation in Financial Forensics Deposition Theory, Practice, Strategy, Witness Preparation, and Communication with Jurors The Dynamics of Trial Expert Testimony and Juror Perspectives MAFF Certification Exam Fraud Risk Management (see page 13) The Fraud Risk Management self-study course materials, together with the Define, Demonstrate, and Deploy Financial Forensics in Your Practice Webinar (see page 5), the Legal Theory and Case Law Webinar (see page 6), and the Litigation Bootcamp for Financial Experts (see page 4), are required for individuals seeking the MAFF credential. No Accompanying Specialty Webinars. For NASBA-related information on CPE, please refer to South State Street, Suite 400 Salt Lake City, UT Tel: (800) Internet: Page 3

6 Page Dates Location Early Registration Discounts and Deadlines 10% 5% October New Orleans, LA 8/31 9/30 November Ft. Lauderdale, FL 9/30 10/31 December San Diego, CA 10/31 11/30 The MAFF proctored exam is given at all locations on the Saturday following the training. This course requires a laptop. In-house training is available with minimum attendance. Contact CTI s Education Department at (800) to inquire Pricing (Before Early Registration Discount) Non-Member Member Three-day Bootcamp, plus series of seven Webinars* $2,400 $2,160 MAFF Certification Exam $395 $395 First-Year NACVA Membership with Training and Exam $300 * The Fraud Risk Management specialty path (see page 13) pricing includes the self-study course materials, the Define, Demonstrate, and Deploy Financial Forensics in Your Practice Webinar, the Legal Theory and Case Law Webinar, and Litigation Bootcamp for Financial Experts. Master Analyst in Financial Forensics (MAFF) PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: Litigation Bootcamp for Financial Experts, together with the Define, Demonstrate, and Deploy Financial Forensics in Your Practice Webinar (see page 5), the Legal Theory and Case Law Webinar (see page 6), and the specialty webinars (see pages 7 12), are required for individuals seeking the Master Analyst in Financial Forensics (MAFF) credential. Applicants must also meet prerequisite requirements and pass the MAFF proctored exam. Litigation Bootcamp for Financial Experts is required training to obtain the Master Analyst in Financial Forensics (MAFF) credential. The common theme of the Bootcamp will be a case study. Attendees will work in teams developing their expert analyses, reports, and exhibits, focusing on their selected specialty area while taking the matter through deposition and trial. The culmination of the program will be a live jury trial in which attendees work with seasoned trial attorneys and view jury deliberations. The proctored MAFF exam will be administered on the day following the jury trial. Day 1: Lost Profits and Valuation in Financial Forensics The foundation of any financial forensic expert s work in the litigation environment is the substance, depth, and credibility of the expert s underlying analysis. Taking the underlying work into the litigation environment requires that the expert have an understanding of how his or her expertise supports the legal issues and how it is effectively incorporated into the legal proceeding. In this first day of the Litigation Bootcamp for Financial Experts, we will integrate each attendee s specialty track discipline into the case study, with a focus on valuation, lost profits, and other financial issues. Master Analyst in Financial Forensics (MAFF) Workshop: Litigation Bootcamp for Financial Experts Co-Sponsored by the National Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts and the Financial Forensics Institute n Define the damages, lost profits, and valuation components of a lawsuit n Structure a report that meets the demands of the legal system n Anticipate and avoid pitfalls of incorporating financial evidence in a legal proceeding n Identify the differences in the specialty areas of forensics and how they may integrate in a common proceeding Day 2: Deposition Theory, Practice, Strategy, Witness Preparation, and Communication with Jurors This course will help the expert prepare and deliver the most effective testimony and maximize the value of the deposition. Mock depositions are conducted in which attendees serve as expert witnesses and are examined by skilled litigation attorneys. Attendees will learn from the strategic guidance and critique provided by our faculty. The day s activities will address the strategic and tactical approaches to trial preparation. n Deliver effective testimony n Identify and respond to alternative approaches to deposition examination n Utilize deposition transcripts productively n Prepare retaining counsel for the deposition of the opposing expert n Prepare for trial Day 3: The Dynamics of Trial Expert Testimony and Juror Perspectives The culmination of the Bootcamp s activities will be a live jury trial in which attendees will serve as expert witnesses who will be presented and cross-examined by local trial lawyers. Upon conclusion of the testimony, jurors will conduct deliberations. Once the jurors have reached their verdict, they will return to the courtroom/classroom where there will be an open discussion of the trial. The jurors will provide their perspectives on the testimony and credibility of the expert witnesses. This exchange allows for an open dialogue between the attendees, jurors, and program faculty. n Prepare for trial with retaining counsel n Prepare counsel with substance for effective cross-examination of the opposing expert n Deliver credible, persuasive, and effective testimony n Survive cross-examination n Communicate effectively with judges and jurors n Explain the process that judges and jurors employ in deliberations and arriving at their verdict WHO SHOULD ATTEND: CPAs, valuation experts, economists, and other financial professionals who render services designed to assist in the resolution of legal disputes involving financial matters. The Bootcamp is designed to serve the educational needs of financial professionals rendering expert consulting services in connection with legal matters involving business or personal damages, disputes over business valuation, intellectual property, marital dissolution, accounting issues, fraud, and any matter where financial determinations are required. This training is geared toward the seasoned practitioner and utilizes state-of-the-art training techniques to maximize learning and retention. Less-seasoned practitioners have much to gain also, because this training challenging as it is will broaden their perspectives and tune their skills for working effectively with legal professionals. The Litigation Bootcamp for Financial Experts is required training to obtain the Master Analyst in Financial Forensics (MAFF) credential. FACULTY: The Litigation Bootcamp for Financial Experts is led by Michael Kaplan, CPA, ABV, CVA, MAFF, who has created a strong team consisting of Randall Kessler, Esq., JD; Carlton Marcyan, CPA, CFP, CDFA, Esq., JD; Rebekah Smith, CPA, CVA, MAFF, CFF; and Howard Zandman, CPA, CFF, MAFF.

7 Master Analyst in Financial Forensics (MAFF) Webinar: Define, Demonstrate, and Deploy Financial Forensics in Your Practice Co-Sponsored by the National Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts and the Financial Forensics Institute 2014 Date August 4 A prerequisite for individuals seeking the MAFF credential, this Webinar will be available on-demand after August Contact Member Services for details on accessing this Webinar, which should be viewed prior to attending the Litigation Bootcamp for Financial Experts Pricing Included with purchase of the Litigation Bootcamp for Financial Experts (see page 4). PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: This foundational Webinar overcomes the accounting profession s failure to address forensic accounting. Its content enables you to deploy sophisticated forensic tools in virtually every facet of your practice (including attest, taxation, and financial forensics) which comprise valuation, damages, fraud, and economic benefit streams, among others. You will learn the Big Three forensic methodologies in addition to learning how to identify and apply generally accepted forensic tools, techniques, methods, and methodologies. The profession s only Internet-based tool, Forensic Accounting/Investigation Methodology (FA/IM ), is profiled to permit you to assimilate your other information and tools for virtually any assignment. This Webinar includes a 30-day trial version of the FA/IM Process Map. Further, written references both public domain and commercial are identified, including Financial Forensics Body of Knowledge, 2012, published by John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Assignment Development After completing this Webinar, attendees will be able to: n Immediately deploy forensic techniques within your practice n Determine pertinent forensic tools for each assignment n Identify relevant technical reference sources n Differentiate forensic accounting from mere fraud analysis n Distinguish among generally accepted forensic methodologies n Differentiate the four phases, thirteen stages, and five actions per stage for FA/IM WHO SHOULD ATTEND: This primer is ideal for CPAs, law enforcement (federal, state, local), regulators, investigators, agents, attorneys, prosecutors, business advisors, bankers, fiduciaries, and business owners in short, those who may not intend to focus a practice on financial forensics, yet want to understand the applicability of the discipline in their pursuits. This Define, Demonstrate, and Deploy Financial Forensics in Your Practice Webinar is required training to obtain the Master Analyst in Financial Forensics (MAFF) credential. FACULTY: The Define, Demonstrate, and Deploy Financial Forensics in Your Practice Webinar will be presented by Darrell D. Dorrell, CPA, ABV, MBA, CVA, ASA, CMA, DABFA; Chris Ekimoff, CPA, CFE, MAFF, MBA; Gregory A. Gadawski, CPA, ABV, CVA, CFE; Chris Hamilton, CPA, CVA, CFE, DABFA; Lari Masten, MSA, CPA, ABV, CFF, CVA, ABAR, MAFF; Jason Pierce, CPA, CMA, CFM, CVA, MAFF; and Paul Zikmund, MAcc, MBA, CFE, MAFF. Forensic Accounting/Investigative Methodology (FA/IM ) Process Map Foundational Scoping Interpersonal Interviews & Interrogation Background Research Data Collection The Forensic Accounting/Investigation Methodology (FA/IM ) Process Map is a comprehensive "Body of Knowledge" that contains more than 300 specific forensic accounting/financial forensics tools and techniques. The FA/IM's Process Map is continually updated as current and new forensic tools and techniques are formalized. The FA/IM' s foundation is a software-based, user-interactive Process Map containing context-sensitive embedded hyperlinks to numerous files that are instantly accessible to the user. The Process Map approach is used to illustrate the application of forensic accounting tools and techniques to all aspects of Data Collection and Analysis Surveillance: Electronic & Physical Confidential Informants Undercover Laboratory Analysis Analysis of Transactions Trial Preparation Testimony & Exhibits Trial / Reports Post- Assignment valuation, auditing, litigation and fraud professional services, and consulting engagements. FA/IM's contents cover virtually all practice areas likely to be encountered by CPAs, non-cpas, analysts, etc. Individuals accessing the FA/IM Process Map are armed immediately with usable and practical tools and techniques. Attendees of the Define, Demonstrate, and Deploy Financial Forensics in Your Practice Webinar (see page 5) and the Forensic Accounting Webinar Series (see page 12) receive a 30-day trial version of the FA/IM Process Map. For NASBA-related information on CPE, please refer to South State Street, Suite 400 Salt Lake City, UT Tel: (800) Internet: Page 5

8 2014 Date August 5 A prerequisite for individuals seeking the MAFF credential, this Webinar will be available on-demand after August Contact Member Services for details on accessing this Webinar, which should be viewed prior to attending the Litigation Bootcamp for Financial Experts Pricing Included with purchase of the Litigation Bootcamp for Financial Experts (see page 4). PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: This Webinar will help explain the legal theories underlying various types of litigation, including the key statutes and case law that define the scope of damages. Instruction will also cover the Federal Rules of Evidence and report preparation under Federal Rule 26(a)2(B). After completing this Webinar, attendees will be able to: Master Analyst in Financial Forensics (MAFF) Webinar: Legal Theory and Case Law Co-Sponsored by the National Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts and the Financial Forensics Institute n Implement and apply legal concepts protocol to financial expert engagements n Identify the responsibilities of an expert, from retention through resolution of the proceeding n Withstand motions to exclude expert testimony n Interface with counsel on substantive and strategic issues throughout the legal proceeding WHO SHOULD ATTEND: CPAs, valuation experts, economists, and other financial professionals who render services designed to assist in the resolution of legal disputes involving financial matters. The Webinar is designed to serve the educational needs of financial professionals rendering expert consulting services in connection with legal matters involving business or personal damages, disputes over business valuation, intellectual property, marital dissolution, accounting issues, fraud, and any matter where financial determinations are required. This training is geared toward the seasoned practitioner and utilizes state-of-the-art training techniques to maximize learning and retention. Less-seasoned practitioners have much to gain also, because this training challenging as it is will broaden their perspectives and tune their skills for working effectively with legal professionals. This Legal Theory and Case Law Webinar is required training to obtain the Master Analyst in Financial Forensics (MAFF) credential. FACULTY: The Legal Theory and Case Law Webinar will be presented by Michael Kaplan, CPA, ABV, CVA, MAFF; Regina Calabro, JD; Carlton Marcyan, CPA, CFP, CDFA, Esq., JD; and Jeffrey D. Diamond, JD. Page 6