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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

9 2014 Pricing 2014 Dates October Included with purchase of the Litigation Bootcamp for Financial Experts (see page 4). The seven-part Webinar topics include: Part 1 Define, Demonstrate, and Deploy Financial Forensics in Your Practice (see page 5) Part 2 Legal Theory and Case Law (see page 6) Part 3 Elements of Lost Profits and Introduction to Lost Profits Part 4 Lost Profits Methods and Procedures, Part 1 Part 5 Lost Profits Methods and Procedures, Part 2 Part 6 Lost Profits Methods and Procedures, Part 3 Part 7 Other Considerations in Lost Profits Calculations Master Analyst in Financial Forensics (MAFF) PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: Master Analyst in Financial Forensics (MAFF) Specialty Webinars: Commercial Damages and Lost Profits Co-Sponsored by the National Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts and the Financial Forensics Institute These Commercial Damages and Lost Profits Webinars, together with the Litigation Bootcamp for Financial Experts (see page 4), 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. Financial forensics experts are often typically called upon in these matters to review and analyze the underlying foundational evidence and measure the lost profits and other related damages. For an expert s analysis and conclusions to survive the rigors of the litigation environment, the expert s work must be within the realm of conventional damages theory and be based upon generally accepted approaches and methods of damages measurement. In addition, the calculation of lost profits and other recoverable business damages are typically governed by federal, state, or other jurisdictional code sections and case law. These Commercial Damages and Lost Profits Webinars of the MAFF curriculum focus upon the foundations and fundamentals of economic damages measurement, including alternative approaches and methodologies, notable code sections and case law, foundational evidence and research sources, reporting guidelines, and strategies embraced by the most effective economic damages experts. Financial experts are retained, among other areas, to perform, review, or opine on damage calculations. Different legal theories allow for different measures of damages. This specialty module will explore the accepted approaches used for the various types of economic damages as well as the accepted methodologies of damages calculations. Focus of the curriculum will be on lost profit calculations, lost business value versus lost profits, and accounting for different industry and loss scenarios. The instructors will examine models and cases used in the measurement and presentation of economic damages, including economic and industry data. They will also provide an understanding of the integration of statistical and economic concepts into the formation of damages models. For NASBA-related information on CPE, please refer to After completing these Webinars, attendees will be able to: n Apply the traditional methodologies used for economic damages n Explore and evaluate alternative approaches in the measurement of damages n Apply models used in the measurement and presentation of economic damages n Identify sources of information, economic, and industry data n Integrate the use of statistical and economic concepts into damages models n Discuss case law that impacts damages measurement 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. These Webinars are 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-theart 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 Commercial Damages and Lost Profits Webinars are required training to obtain the Master Analyst in Financial Forensics (MAFF) credential. FACULTY: The Commercial Damages and Lost Profits Webinars will be presented by Michael Kaplan, CPA, ABV, CVA, MAFF; Rebekah Smith, CPA, CVA, MAFF, CFF; and Howard Zandman, CPA, CFF, MAFF South State Street, Suite 400 Salt Lake City, UT Tel: (800) Internet: Page 7

10 2014 Pricing Master Analyst in Financial Forensics (MAFF) Specialty Webinars: Matrimonial Litigation Co-Sponsored by the National Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts and the Financial Forensics Institute 2014 Dates August November 3 7 Included with purchase of the Litigation Bootcamp for Financial Experts (see page 4). The seven-part Webinar topics include: Part 1 Define, Demonstrate, and Deploy Financial Forensics in Your Practice (see page 5) Part 2 Legal Theory and Case Law (see page 6) Part 3 Fundamentals of Matrimonial Litigation and How We Provide Services Part 4 Forensic Accounting in Matrimonial Cases Part 5 Organizing Your Work and Reporting Your Findings Part 6 Valuation Issues in Matrimonial Engagements Part 7 Tax Considerations in Divorce Master Analyst in Financial Forensics (MAFF) These Matrimonial Litigation Webinars, together with the Litigation Bootcamp for Financial Experts (see page 4), 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. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: Divorce rates have been rising due to certain problems like incompatibility between couples, infidelity, lack of trust and understanding, and financial pressures. Financial consultants who want to branch into the area of matrimonial litigation need to understand and perform unique analyses specific to matrimonial disputes. In these specialty Webinars, attendees will learn valuation, tax, and forensic accounting issues that are unique to matrimonial engagements and how to get started, including developing their work plan, documenting their analysis, and writing reports. Attendees will learn how to provide analysis related to income available for support/maintenance, lifestyle of the parties or children, under-reported income, and financial issues in high net worth cases. Attendees will also be introduced to a number of tools and practical applications that can be used to ascertain income and assets. These Webinars will also cover the application of valuation concepts and tax considerations in family law matters; valuation issues common to divorce litigation, including valuation methods, standards of value, stock options, retirement assets, and goodwill; tax concepts germane to family law; and how to avoid common mistakes. After completing these Webinars, attendees will be able to: n Identify and utilize data-gathering techniques n Interpret tax returns to determine economic income and identifiable assets n Investigate financial records to uncover hidden assets and unreported income n Perform an analysis of household spending n Compare and employ the appropriate standard of value n Identify appropriate valuation approaches and methods in family law matters n Identify and implement optimal property distribution strategies n Discuss tax consequences related to income, support, and property distribution 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. These Webinars are 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 Matrimonial Litigation Webinars are required training to obtain the Master Analyst in Financial Forensics (MAFF) credential. FACULTY: The Matrimonial Litigation Webinars will be presented by Karen Kaseno, CPA, ABV, CVA, CFE, MAFF, CFF; and Harold Deiters, III, CPA, ABV, CFF, MAFF, CFE. For NASBA-related information on CPE, please refer to Page 8

11 2014 Pricing Master Analyst in Financial Forensics (MAFF) Specialty Webinars: Bankruptcy, Insolvency, and Restructuring Co-Sponsored by the National Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts and the Financial Forensics Institute 2014 Dates September November 3 7 Included with purchase of the Litigation Bootcamp for Financial Experts (see page 4). The seven-part Webinar topics include: Part 1 Define, Demonstrate, and Deploy Financial Forensics in Your Practice (see page 5) Part 2 Legal Theory and Case Law (see page 6) Part 3 Services Provided to Distressed Businesses Part 4 Fraud, Financial Forensics, and Special Investigations Part 5 Valuation of Distressed Businesses and Plan of Reorganization Part 6 Avoidance, Reclamation, and Recovery Actions Part 7 Solvency and Insolvency Testing Master Analyst in Financial Forensics (MAFF) PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: These Bankruptcy, Insolvency, and Restructuring Webinars, together with the Litigation Bootcamp for Financial Experts (see page 4), 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. Assisting lenders, companies, attorneys, trustees, and/or other stakeholders in the bankruptcy, restructuring, and insolvency environment requires an understanding of legal, administrative, business economics, and economic issues; financial reporting, accounting, auditing, and income tax issues; valuation issues; and financial forensics and litigation services. These Bankruptcy, Insolvency, and Restructuring Webinars of the MAFF curriculum focus on work that practitioners may be called upon to perform when working in bankruptcy, insolvency, and reorganization. Specific attention is given to a distressed business s plan of reorganization; solvency and liquidation analyses; and investigating avoidance actions, preferences, and fraudulent transfers. The Webinars analyze the current economic environment and attempt to explain why some businesses thrive while others are distressed and/or fail. Attention is given to selected chapters of the Bankruptcy Code, especially Chapter 11: Reorganization. The Webinars continue with financial reporting, accounting, auditing, and income tax issues for distressed businesses, including a study of fresh start accounting. The Webinars continue to study the unique issues regarding valuing distressed businesses and how valuation standards, approaches, and methods influence the valuation of non-public companies. Attendees will study the work that practitioners may be called upon to perform when working in bankruptcy, reorganization, and insolvency. Specific attention is given to the plan of reorganization of a distressed business. Additional study is given to solvency and liquidation analyses and investigating avoidance actions, preferences, and fraudulent transfers. The Webinars conclude by addressing the issues relating to expert witness testimony in the corporate bankruptcy arena. After completing these Webinars, attendees will be able to: n Develop, implement, and examine the debtor s reorganization plan n Assess the current economic climate and understand how it impacts healthy and distressed businesses n Discuss the business economics of distressed businesses and explain the causes and effects of economics on specific line items in a company s balance sheet and income statement n Specify the financial and regulatory reporting issues regarding distressed businesses n Identify the accounting issues that arise before, during, and after reorganization including fresh start accounting n Identify the unique accounting, auditing, tax, and operational issues for a company operating as a debtor-in-possession n Identify unique income tax issues relating to liquidating and reorganizing companies n Compare and contrast the specific valuation standards, approaches, methods, and issues relating to distressed and/or restructured businesses and related litigation n Apply financial forensics methods and techniques to companies in Chapter 11 proceedings n Use financial forensics to assist trial lawyers with avoidance actions, preferences, and fraudulent transfers 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. These Webinars are 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-theart 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 Bankruptcy, Insolvency, and Restructuring Webinars are required training to obtain the Master Analyst in Financial Forensics (MAFF) credential. FACULTY: The Bankruptcy, Insolvency, and Restructuring Webinars will be presented by Dermot O'Neill, CPA, ABV, CVA, MAFF, ABAR, CFF; Michael Pakter, CGMA, CVA, MAFF, CFF, CDBV, CIRA, CFE, CPA, CA; Nancy Peterman, Esq., JD; and Robert Reilly, CPA, ABV, ASA, CBA, CFA, CMA, MBA, CVA, ATA, CFF, CREA, CRA, CVC, CGMA, EA South State Street, Suite 400 Salt Lake City, UT Tel: (800) Internet: Page 9

12 2014 Pricing Master Analyst in Financial Forensics (MAFF) Specialty Webinars: Business Valuation in Litigation Co-Sponsored by the National Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts and the Financial Forensics Institute 2014 Dates September October Included with purchase of the Litigation Bootcamp for Financial Experts (see page 4). The seven-part Webinar topics include: Part 1 Define, Demonstrate, and Deploy Financial Forensics in Your Practice (see page 5) Part 2 Legal Theory and Case Law (see page 6) Part 3 Business Valuation Reporting and Challenges in the Litigation Environment Part 4 Standards and Premises of Value in Dissenting Shareholder, Bankruptcy, and Divorce Litigation Part 5 Reviewing and Challenging the Opposing Expert s Report Developing Effective Cross-Examination Strategies Part 6 Opposing Experts Without Standards What to Expect and How to Challenge Them Part 7 Tax Issues in Litigation-Based Valuations Master Analyst in Financial Forensics (MAFF) PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: These Business Valuation in Litigation Webinars, together with the Litigation Bootcamp for Financial Experts (see page 4), 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. Business valuation professionals often find themselves drawn into disputes over the value of business interests. Minority and oppressed shareholder disputes, damage to business value, eminent domain, and failed business combinations are some of these situations calling for the expertise of the seasoned business valuation analyst. These Business Valuation in Litigation Webinars of the MAFF curriculum focus upon 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 business valuation in litigation. In these Webinars, attendees will gain an understanding of the legal environment in which valuation experts practice and the practical application of business valuation in various types of legal disputes. Attendees will also expand their knowledge of professional standards and focus on developmental and reporting standards as they apply under court rules and procedures. The Webinars will also focus on the importance of site visits, tips and techniques to employ while reviewing the opposing expert s report, why a critique of the opposing expert may not be enough, and what to do when the opposing expert is bound by different standards. Discussion will also address how to assist counsel with document requests and how to resolve issues dealing with a counsel who doesn t understand business valuation. After completing these Webinars, attendees will be able to: n Identify standards of value and approaches peculiar to shareholder disputes and other related litigation-based valuations n Apply legal concepts relating to business valuation to their professional engagements n Explain professional standards governing business valuation experts in litigation engagements n Apply professional standards in the litigation environment n Write an effective valuation report applicable to litigation engagements n Identify the weaknesses of valuation reports in the litigation environment n List principles of effective communication in litigation n Apply litigation and communication skills in delivering deposition and trial testimony n Describe the dynamics of litigation in business valuation matters 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. These Webinars are 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 Business Valuation in Litigation Webinars are required training to obtain the Master Analyst in Financial Forensics (MAFF) credential. FACULTY: The Business Valuation in Litigation Webinars will be presented by Michael Kaplan, CPA, ABV, CVA, MAFF; Brooke Liggett, CPA, CVA, MAFF; Dermot O Neill, CPA, ABV, CVA, MAFF, ABAR, CFF; and Francisco (Frank) Rosillo, CPA, ABV, CBA, CFF, BVAL, CVA, ABAR, MAFF. It was a wonderful learning experience among fellow peers. I can honestly say that this was the most demanding educational class that I've ever attended as a CPA and CVA. I also feel I was able to learn an immense amount of material, all in one week of time. Well done! Suzanne Trimble, CPA, CVA, MAFF, Anchorage, AK For NASBA-related information on CPE, please refer to Page 10

13 2014 Pricing Master Analyst in Financial Forensics (MAFF) Specialty Webinars: Business and Intellectual Property Damages Co-Sponsored by the National Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts and the Financial Forensics Institute 2014 Dates August Included with purchase of the Litigation Bootcamp for Financial Experts (see page 4). The seven-part Webinar topics include: Part 1 Define, Demonstrate, and Deploy Financial Forensics in Your Practice (see page 5) Part 2 Legal Theory and Case Law (see page 6) Part 3 Advanced Concepts in Lost Profits Calculations Part 4 Special Considerations for Lost Profits Calculations Part 5 Patent Damages, Part 1 Part 6 Patent Damages, Part 2 Part 7 Trademark and Copyright Damages Master Analyst in Financial Forensics (MAFF) PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: These Business and Intellectual Property Damages Webinars, together with the Litigation Bootcamp for Financial Experts (see page 4), 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. These Business and Intellectual Property Damages Webinars focus on the legal foundations, methodology, best practices, and current trends in business damages and infringement of patents, trademarks, copyrights, and other intellectual property. The Webinars are based on Nancy Fannon s The Comprehensive Guide to Lost Profits Damages for Experts and Attorneys, with contributing authors Rebekah Smith, Richard Hoffman, and Richard F. Bero, the pre-eminent book in the industry on business damages, which is included in the cost of registration (a retail value of over $300). Through case analysis, attendees will have the opportunity to identify and apply the most appropriate methodology in the analysis and formulation of damages opinions from the perspectives of both plaintiff and defendant. Attendees will learn how to build their damages analysis in a manner that will withstand the most rigorous challenges. During the Webinars, the attendee will refresh themselves on basic economic damages concepts and then delve deeper into more advanced topics such as the differences between lost profits and loss of business value as well as understanding when it is appropriate to apply one or both methods. The Webinars will also explore how legal theories, code sections, and case law govern business damages. Advanced concepts such as how to conduct qualitative and quantitative analyses that will survive the court s scrutiny; how revenue and profit projections can be impacted by risk; how business interruption insurance and damage claims collide; how to discount damage calculations, including the court s view on discounting; how to prove new business damages; and how to identify other industry-specific issues that impact the damage calculation will be covered. Other topics and techniques will be discussed such as how motions can impact the financial expert and ways to protect oneself from Daubert challenges, as well as other motions in limine. A case study will be used to identify, analyze, and clarify the topics discussed. The Webinars will also present an overview of intellectual property and forms of intellectual property damages based on portions of Fannon s The Comprehensive Guide to Lost Profits Damages for Experts and Attorneys. A portion of the time will be used to discuss topical Federal Circuit decisions, key legal cases, and factors based on the fundamental Panduit and Georgia- Pacific cases as well as recent cases addressing current issues, such as the entire market value rule (EMVR) and comparable license agreements, among others. Other topics will include patent damage concepts and how valuation concepts and patented technology have an influence on determining the appropriate form of patent damages. A variety of case studies will be used to expand these concepts as well as trademark and copyright damages issues. After completing these Webinars, attendees will be able to: n Apply quantitative methodologies in the measurement of damages n Apply damages methods and models appropriate to the facts and circumstances (and the governing law) n Apply advanced damages concepts in preparing a damage calculation that will withstand scrutiny n Evaluate business interruption insurance and damage claims n Discuss forms of intellectual property damages n Explain the similarities and differences in utility patent, design patent, trademark, copyright, and trade secret damages n List relevant cases addressing intellectual property damages n Apply valuation concepts to intellectual property damages n Identify the basic components to address in an intellectual property damages expert report n Describe and understand the recent history of the entire market value rule (EMVR) n Recognize the relevant considerations in whether or not license agreements are sufficiently comparable 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. These Webinars are 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-theart 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 Business and Intellectual Property Damages Webinars are required training to obtain the Master Analyst in Financial Forensics (MAFF) credential. FACULTY: The Business and Intellectual Property Damages Webinars will be presented by Richard F. Bero, CPA, CVA; Rebekah Smith, CPA, CVA, MAFF, CFF; and Howard Zandman, CPA, CFF, MAFF. For NASBA-related information on CPE, please refer to South State Street, Suite 400 Salt Lake City, UT Tel: (800) Internet: Page 11

14 2014 Pricing 2014 Dates July 28 August 1 October Included with purchase of the Litigation Bootcamp for Financial Experts (see page 4). The seven-part Webinar topics include: Part 1 Define, Demonstrate, and Deploy Financial Forensics in Your Practice (see page 5) Part 2 Legal Theory and Case Law (see page 6) Part 3 Foundational Tools: Genogram, Entity/Party, CRO, Indirect Method, Cash-T, APD Part 4 Advanced Forensic Indices, Forensic Lexicology, Forensic Benefit Streams, Damages, QDE Part 5 Advanced Report Card Techniques, Alter Ego, Fraudulent Transfer, Fraud, Proof-of-Cash, I/S Part 6 Advanced Forensic Report Writing, Trial Exhibits, Scripting, Depo Matrix Part 7 Advanced Technical Analysis, Gott s Principle, Central Limits, Wigmorean Charts Master Analyst in Financial Forensics (MAFF) PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: Master Analyst in Financial Forensics (MAFF) Specialty Webinars: Forensic Accounting Co-Sponsored by the National Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts, the Financial Forensics Academy TM, and financialforensics These Forensic Accounting Webinars, together with the Litigation Bootcamp for Financial Experts (see page 4) 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. Despite the chronic and compelling need for financial forensics and forensic accounting expertise, the accounting and financial professions have yet to embrace or even offer a cogent and comprehensive forensic accounting toolsbased methodology. That deficiency has plagued our economy until now. These Forensic Accounting Webinars of the MAFF curriculum are the most inclusive training in forensic accounting available to date. The Webinars provide a one-stop source of tools, techniques, methods, and methodologies applicable to virtually any large or small financial matter, whether civil-, criminal-, or dispute-related. These Webinars are 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. Advanced skills are essential as people and money resources diminish. Those who complete the Webinars become qualified as Forensic Operators financial forensics-capable personnel who possess unique and specific skills, knowledge, experience, education, training, and integrity to function in the financial forensics discipline. The Webinar content focuses on immediately usable and practical skills not theory. Attendees will immediately deploy their skills upon return to their responsibilities. These Webinars define the financial forensics/forensic accounting profession: The Art & Science of Investigating People & Money TM. The Webinars define why: If you understand financial forensics, you understand fraud, but not vice versa, by applying financial forensics to all aspects of the financial and non-financial communities for both civil and criminal purposes. FA/IM is the only financial forensics/forensic accounting methodology published by the United States Department of Justice and the American Bar Association. Attendees receive the newly published Financial Forensics Body of Knowledge, John Wiley & Sons, Inc., which serves as the course curriculum. It contains 560 pages, in addition to Internet-accessible forensic reports comprising another 400 pages. In addition, attendees receive preliminary access to the Academy s proprietary, contextually sensitive, Internet-based Forensic Accounting/Investigation Methodology via a Process Map (patentin-process). These Webinars include a 30-day trial version of the FA/IM Process Map. The tools, techniques, methods, and methodologies apply to all subject matters ranging from a one-chair beauty salon to a global Fortune 500 company. The tools include an introduction to (alphabetical): application of aberrant pattern detection, behavior detection, CICO, computer forensics, CRO (and its variants), delete windows, document maps, entity(s) charts, event analysis, facial mapping, financial profiling, forensic financial analysis, forensic lexicology (quantifying words), full-and-false inclusion, funds velocity techniques, genograms, ICE/SCORE, informant development, Internet sleuthing, invigilation, laboratory analysis, Likert scaling, link analysis/root tracing MIMO, proxemics, QDE/FAB, rules of threes, stylometry, surveillance methods, TARTA/TITA/TDTA, undercover methods, and many others. The majority of techniques have been widely applied for decades, yet are virtually unknown to the financial community. After completing these Webinars, attendees will be able to: n Employ tools, hypotheses, theorems, and tests to various stages of the financial forensics engagement n Identify technical reference sources n Describe the techniques of behavior detection/facs n Describe the difference between the different types of digital analysis n Identify your professional responsibilities regardless of financial or nonfinancial responsibilities 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. The Forensic Accounting Webinars are required training to obtain the Master Analyst in Financial Forensics (MAFF) credential. FACULTY: The Forensic Accounting Webinars 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. For NASBA-related information on CPE, please refer to Page 12

15 2014 Pricing Non-Member Member Self-Study Course Materials; Define, Demonstrate and Deploy Financial Forensics in Your Practice Webinar; Legal Theory and Case Law Webinar; $2,400 $2,160 and Litigation Bootcamp for Financial Experts Self-Study CPE Exam $295 $295 MAFF Certification Exam $395 $395 First-Year NACVA Membership with Training and Exam $300 Master Analyst in Financial Forensics (MAFF) Program Description: Master Analyst in Financial Forensics (MAFF) Self-Study: Fraud Risk Management 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 Master Analyst in Financial Forensics (MAFF) credential. Applicants must also meet prerequisite requirements and pass the MAFF proctored exam. Fraud is pervasive, ever-present, and evolving, but so are the solutions to curb and prevent it. Recognizing the changes that are occurring in the world of fraud and knowing how to effectively analyze and apply that knowledge can make or break a fraud risk management program. Fraud Risk Management 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. Through this self-study program, individuals will develop an in-depth understanding of an organization s risk of financial loss and insight into practical Co-Sponsored by the National Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts solutions that will enable their organizations to manage these risks effectively and according to their risk appetites. The program provides a review of the current business environment, where fraud risk and profit opportunities collide. It provides a look into on- and off-book fraud schemes, including signs and symptoms of potential fraudulent events requiring a response, and an additional look at the controls that can be implemented to mitigate some of these risks. The program provides individuals with hands-on application of fraud risk assessment methodologies and techniques. Course materials were developed by Tracy Coenen, CPA, CFF. n Define fraud risk n List the benefits of managing fraud by engaging an entire organization n Discuss fraud schemes and the environments where they breed and proliferate n Develop fraud detection and deterrence techniques, including identifying and assessing fraud risk at work n Evaluate the resident fraud risk using a comprehensive fraud risk methodology n Develop tools to enable the organization to mitigate, share, or accept the fraud risks identified n Identify situations and conditions where fraud risk is present and needs to be managed n Evaluate existing internal controls and make relevant recommendations for value-added improvements n Differentiate roles and responsibilities for fraud deterrence and investigation among the board of directors, independent auditors, management, and consultants Who Should Attend: Those who wish to protect their business or their clients businesses from existing or potential fraud South State Street, Suite 400 Salt Lake City, UT Tel: (800) Internet: Page 13

16 2014 Dates Location Early Registration Discounts and Deadlines 10% 5% September Philadelphia, PA 7/31 8/31 October New Orleans, LA 8/31 9/30 December 9 10 San Diego, CA 10/31 11/30 March 17 18, 2015 Chicago, IL 1/31/15 2/28/15 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 Two-day Clinic $1,200 $1,080 Program Description: The Advanced Forensic Accounting Clinic TM (AFAC TM ) is intended for advanced financial forensics operators. Operators qualify as advanced based upon completion of the Forensic Accounting Master Analyst in Financial Forensics (MAFF) Specialty Webinars (see page 12) or by virtue of their advanced and continued individual skill, knowledge, experience, education, or training. The intensive two-day format is tailored to each AFAC s attendee composition. Therefore, each attendee leaves with immediately usable forensic tools, techniques, methods, and methodologies applicable to their respective client assignments. Each AFAC attendee also receives a copy of Financial Forensics Body of Knowledge, published by John Wiley & Sons, Inc. (if a copy was not previously provided with attendance at the Forensic Accounting Specialty Webinars). This book serves as part of the AFAC curriculum. Further, each attendee receives up to two hours of post-afac, no-charge personal consultation with an instructor in support of one assignment. This feature must be accessed within 60 days of completion of the Clinic and is, of course, subject to clearing professional conflict. The AFAC content is designed for both financial and non-financial professionals who require an introduction to sophisticated investigative and analytical skills to stay aware of increasing civil and criminal wrongdoer duplicity. Prior nonfinancial AFAC attendees have included attorneys, attorneys general, journalists, law enforcement (federal [FBI, DOJ, IRS], state [state police] and local [city and county detectives]), prosecutors (federal, state, and local), and regulators (SEC [compliance and enforcement], OSC), among others. Advanced forensic skills are essential as people and money resources diminish. Those who complete AFAC are on the path to becoming qualified as Forensic Operators financial forensics-capable personnel who possess unique and specific skills, knowledge, experience, education, training, and integrity to succeed in the financial forensics discipline. Further, AFAC can help meet the experience requirement to obtain the MAFF credential. AFAC content focuses on immediately usable and practical skills not theory. Attendees will immediately deploy their skills upon return to their responsibilities. The skills comprise some of the 300+ tools, techniques, methods, and methodologies imbedded within a proprietary, Internet-based, hyperlinked methodology, i.e. FA/IM (Forensic Accounting/Investigation Methodology ). The 300+ financial forensics/forensic accounting tools, techniques, methods, and methodologies are offered nowhere else and in no other programs throughout the U.S. Advanced Forensic Accounting Clinic TM Co-Sponsored by the National Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts, the Financial Forensics Academy, and financialforensics FA/IM is the only financial forensics/forensic accounting methodology published by the United States Department of Justice and the American Bar Association. Attendees receive preliminary access to the Academy s proprietary, contextually sensitive, Internet-based Forensic Accounting/Investigation Methodology via a Process Map (patent-in-process). Day 1: Financial Forensic/Forensic Accounting Tools, Techniques, and Methodologies Day 1 of the Advanced Forensic Accounting Clinic delivers forensic tools, techniques, methods, and methodologies applicable to virtually every assignment. Such assignments may involve people, money, and patterns, e.g., litigation, economic benefit streams, valuation, alter ego, solvency, fraudulent transfer, et al. n Explain the criticality and deployment of the three major financial forensics methodologies n Differentiate the four phases, 13 stages, and five actions per stage for FA/IM n Apply foundational techniques as the springboard to deploying the remaining 300 +/- techniques Day 2: Uniquely Applied Financial Forensic/Forensic Accounting Tools Day 2 of the Advanced Forensic Accounting Clinic takes all the tools and techniques learned in Day 1 to another level. You will continue to be exposed to new tools that can be used, but you will also be shown how to use these tools in a manner that will benefit your clients as well as your business. And you will learn how to manipulate the information in such a way that you can pass this plan onto others at your company so they can also use it to protect their clients. n Train others in their organization with respect to the foundational techniques n Identify their professional responsibilities regardless of financial or nonfinancial responsibilities n Implement a continuous means of maintaining technical currency as new tools, techniques, methods, and methodologies are formalized Who Should Attend: Anyone involved in the forensic discipline, including financial and non-financial professionals, attorneys, CPAs, law enforcement, regulators, et al, and MAFF candidates pursuing specialty tracks. Faculty: MAFF candidates can fulfill the Foundational Experience Prerequisite with attendance at this Clinic. The Advanced Forensic Accounting Clinic is taught by Darrell D. Dorrell, CPA, ABV, MBA, CVA, ASA, CMA, DABFA; Gregory A. Gadawski, CPA, ABV, CVA, CFE; Chris Hamilton, CPA, CVA, CFE, DABFA; Lari Masten, MSA, CPA, ABV, CFF, CVA, ABAR, MAFF; and Jason Pierce, CPA, CMA, CFM, CVA, MAFF. For NASBA-related information on CPE, please refer to Page 14

17 2014 Dates Location Early Registration Discounts and Deadlines 10% 5% September Philadelphia, PA 7/31 8/31 October New Orleans, LA 8/31 9/30 This course requires a laptop Pricing (Before Early Registration Discount) Non-Member Member Five-day Workshop $3,000 $2,700 Individual Days $600 $540 Program Description: CPA Firms Need to Find New Ways to Build Revenue in Post-Recession World is the headline of a March 21, 2013, Accounting Web article authored by Frank Byrt. Becoming an expert in forensic accounting to detect fraud, investigating financial losses, and providing litigation support services are options cited for CPA firms to build revenue. Demand for forensic accounting services will remain strong over the next five years in the United States as a result of increased financial regulations and continued demand for investigative services in the wake of the recession, reports Ken Tysiac in a September 2012 article for CPA Insider TM. Foundations of Financial Forensics Workshop Co-Sponsored by the National Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts The intensive, five-day, forty-hour Foundations of Financial Forensics Workshop delivers an understanding of professional standards, the legal underpinnings of financial forensics as well as a thorough overview of the following specialized areas of financial forensics practice: n Bankruptcy, Insolvency, and Reorganization n Business Valuation n Computer Forensic Analysis n Economic Damages n Family Law n Financial Statement Misrepresentation n Forensic Accounting n Fraud Prevention, Detection, and Response In addition to instruction and materials, attendees will benefit from and take away a complete bibliography, practice aids, guides, checklists, and web links to direct them to additional study and education to help them to obtain the credential. Training and certification in this field will greatly assist CPAs to build their practice in this rapidly growing accounting niche. This isn t just CPE, this is career changing! Patricia Havard, CPA, CFF, Lancaster, TX 5217 South State Street, Suite 400 Salt Lake City, UT Tel: (800) Internet: Page 15

18 Day 1: Professional Responsibilities, Practice Management, and Fundamental Forensic Knowledge This course will include discussions on the basics of the legal system, professional standards, the role of the financial forensics analyst as a testifying and/or consulting expert, and an introduction to civil litigation. Engagement acceptance, planning and preparation, forensic procedures, and tools and techniques will also be covered. n Articulate the responsibilities of a CPA practicing in financial forensics n Apply the relevant legal principles to the application of financial forensics n Employ proven techniques of practice management applicable to the financial forensics practice Day 2: Economic Damages Calculations This course will cover the conceptual types of lost profits, measures of loss, and methods to calculate lost profits. Discussions will also center around the approaches and methods to managing personal injury and wrongful death cases and intellectual property damages. Hands-on exercises are incorporated that will give participants practical experience in the application of damages calculations. n Build an effective and defensible lost profits and damages model in the context of litigation n Distinguish the differences in measurements for patent, copyright, and trademark damages n Relate the legal principles and parameters to the presentation of business damages Day 3: Valuation and Family Law This course provides a distinction between financial forensics services for business valuation and family law by defining the standards and premise of the valuation, the valuation process and approaches, and issues surrounding financial statement analysis. Also discussed are the different types of specific forensic accounting assignments for divorce engagements and practice management issues. Foundations of Financial Forensics Workshop (Continued) n Outline the fundamental principles underlying the valuation of business enterprises n Distinguish between appropriate valuation approaches for estate, gift, and transactional purposes and appropriate methodology for dispute resolution purposes n Apply valuation and forensic methodology to the resolution of financial issues in family law matters Day 4: Financial Statement Misrepresentation and Fraud Prevention, Detection, and Response This course discusses the nature and motivations for financial misrepresentation, the types of fraudulent misstatements, and the role of the financial forensics analyst in the investigation, standard of care, and determination of damages. Also discussed are the elements of fraud risk assessment, identification, and Co-Sponsored by the National Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts investigation and corrective actions. Case studies are discussed that will give participants insight into the practical experience and application of financial statement misrepresentation and fraud abuses. n Apply proven methodology for the detection of financial statement misrepresentation n Employ generally accepted approaches to uncovering fraudulent transactions n Define the principles and procedures that may be employed to prevent fraud in the business environment Day 5: Bankruptcy, Insolvency, and Reorganization and Computer Forensic Analysis This course begins with a discussion of the scope of tasks involved in bankruptcy, insolvency, and reorganization engagements, including analyzing operational problems, designing and implementing a turnaround strategy, an evaluation of the organization and management, developing a business plan, and actions to resolve financial problems. Issues related to solvency tests, legal precedents, tax considerations, and core proceedings are also covered. The course concludes with a discussion on computer forensic analysis, including how computers store data; how to identify, analyze, preserve, and handle evidence; forensic vs. e-discovery; data recovery and restoration; and a structured methodology for investigation. The types of cybercrime and various forensic data tools and resources are also covered. n List and apply the principles that define a company as insolvent n Recognize and document fraudulent transfers n Outline the conditions that give rise to breaches in computer systems and the forensic techniques designed to detect and remedy them Who Should Attend: Attorneys, auditors, bankers, CEOs, CFOs, corporate counsel, CPAs, credit analysts, economists, expert witnesses, fiduciaries, financial analysts, insurance claims adjustors, investigators, investment bankers, investors, judges, law enforcement personnel, lenders, stock and market analysts, turnaround specialists, and others. Faculty: MAFF candidates can fulfill the Foundational Experience Prerequisite with attendance at this Workshop. The Foundations of Financial Forensics Workshop is taught by R. James Alerding, CPA, ABV, ASA, CVA, CFF; Tracy Coenen, CPA, CFF; Bruce Dubinsky, MST, CPA, CVA, CFE, CFF, MAFF; Karl Epps, EnCE, CHFI, CCFE; Michael Kaplan, CPA, ABV, CFF, CVA, MAFF; Karen Kaseno, CPA, ABV, CFF, CVA, CFE, MAFF; James Martin, MS, CMA, CIA, CFE; Lari Masten, MSA, CPA, ABV, CFF, CVA, ABAR, MAFF; Michael Pakter, CPA, CFE, CA, CIRA, CDBV, CFF, MAFF, CVA, CGMA; Rebekah Smith, CPA, CVA, MAFF; Tim Tribe, CPA, CFE, CFF, CICA; and Howard Zandman, CPA, CFF, MAFF. For NASBA-related information on CPE, please refer to Page 16

19 2014 Dates Location Early Registration Discounts and Deadlines 10% 5% August New York City, NY Expired 6/30 September Atlanta, GA 6/30 7/31 October 7 9 Denver, CO 7/31 8/31 January 28 30, 2015 Las Vegas, NV 11/30 12/31 May 5 7, 2015 Chicago, IL 2/28/15 3/31/15 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 $2,100 $1,890 The Truth, the Whole Truth, and Nothing But Persuasion TM Program Description: Each Expert Witness Bootcamp attendee will participate as a testifying and consulting expert in a trial involving financial testimony. Attendees will learn the art of delivering effective testimony and how to withstand grueling cross-examination. As consulting experts, program attendees will learn how to dissect and critique the reports and opinions of the testifying experts and how to prepare counsel for the expert segments of trial. Each attendee will be coached and guided by members of our faculty of seasoned experts and trial attorneys. The Bootcamp culminates in a courtroom setting during which each program attendee, as a testifying expert, presents and defends his or her own expert opinions on the witness stand. Day 1: The Dynamics of Expert Witnessing Professional Standards, Expert Reports, and Strategic Planning Topics covered during the morning include the dynamics of serving as an expert, interfacing with counsel, professional standards for experts, expert reports, motions to exclude experts, understanding the difference between deposition testimony and trial testimony, strategies of counsel in deposition and trial, and strategies and tactics of effective expert witnesses. Afternoon topics include deposition preparation, depositions of program attendees, and critique of testimony. n Implement the legal and courtroom protocol for expert witnesses n Apply the rules of discovery and evidence as they relate to experts n Interface appropriately with retaining and opposing counsel n Deliver effective deposition testimony n Describe the tactics used by opposing counsel at deposition and respond effectively n Anticipate and respond to motions in limine to exclude expert testimony Expert Witness Bootcamp Co-Sponsored by the National Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts, the Financial Forensics Institute, and the American Institute for Expert Witness Education Days 2 and 3: The Dynamics of Trial Direct and Cross-Examination Topics addressed include completion of depositions of attendees, trial preparation and testimony, and critique of testimony. In addition, the Day 2 and 3 courses include one-on-one coaching of attendees by instructors and guidance on further development of each attendee s expert skills. n Present clear, persuasive, and effective direct testimony n Survive grueling cross-examination n Communicate effectively with judges and jurors n Paint a picture in the mind s eye of the judge and jury n Respond to the opinions of the opposing expert n Avoid unnecessary landmines in the expert s report and file n Avoid the mistakes of inexperienced experts Who Should Attend: Professionals in all disciplines who serve as or plan to serve as expert witnesses. Financial experts, doctors, attorneys, insurance professionals, real estate brokers, valuation and appraisal experts, accountants, engineers, scientists, vocational experts, construction experts, educators, psychologists, and other experts who wish to hone their skills as expert witnesses will find this program to be a most valuable experience. Faculty: MAFF candidates can fulfill the Foundational Experience Prerequisite with attendance at this Bootcamp. The Expert Witness Bootcamp is taught by Michael Kaplan, CPA, ABV, CVA, MAFF; Jeffrey D. Diamond, JD; and Carlton Marcyan, CPA, CFP, CDFA, Esq., JD; as well as trial attorneys and seasoned financial experts. The combined experience of the Bootcamp faculty spans more than 300 trials South State Street, Suite 400 Salt Lake City, UT Tel: (800) Internet: Page 17

20 Early Registration 2014 Dates Location Discounts and Deadlines 10% 5% August New York City, NY Expired 6/30 September Atlanta, GA 6/30 7/31 October 7 9 Denver, CO 7/31 8/31 January 28 30, 2015 Las Vegas, NV 11/30 12/31 May 5 7, 2015 Chicago, IL 2/28/15 3/31/15 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 $2,100 $1,890 The Truth, the Whole Truth, and Nothing But Persuasion TM Program DESCRIPTION: Each attendee in the Matrimonial Expert Witness Bootcamp three-day program will participate as a testifying and consulting expert in a trial involving family law issues. Attendees will learn the art of delivering effective testimony and how to withstand grueling cross-examination. Attendees will learn how to dissect and critique the reports and opinions of opposing experts and how to prepare counsel for the expert segments of trial. Each attendee will be coached and guided by members of the faculty of seasoned experts and trial attorneys. The Bootcamp culminates in a courtroom setting during which each testifying expert presents and defends his or her own expert opinions on the witness stand. Day 1: The Dynamics of Expert Witnessing Professional Standards, Expert Reports, and Strategic Planning Topics covered during the morning include the dynamics of serving as an expert in matrimonial litigation matters, interfacing with counsel, professional standards for experts, expert reports, motions to exclude experts, understanding the difference between deposition testimony and trial testimony, strategies of counsel in deposition and trial, and strategies and tactics of effective expert witnesses. Afternoon topics include deposition preparation, depositions of program attendees, and critique of testimony. Matrimonial Expert Witness Bootcamp Co-Sponsored by the National Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts, the Financial Forensics Institute, and the American Institute for Expert Witness Education n Implement the legal and courtroom protocol for expert witnesses n Apply the rules of discovery and evidence as they relate to experts n Interface appropriately with retaining and opposing counsel n Deliver effective deposition testimony n Describe the tactics used by opposing counsel at deposition and respond effectively n Anticipate and respond to motions in limine to exclude expert testimony Day 2 and 3: The Dynamics of Trial Direct and Cross-Examination Topics addressed include completion of depositions of attendees, trial preparation and testimony, and critique of testimony. In addition, the Day 2 and 3 courses include one-on-one coaching of attendees by instructors and guidance on further development of each attendee s expert skills. n Present clear, persuasive, and effective direct testimony n Survive grueling cross-examination n Communicate effectively with family court judges (and juries where applicable) n Describe the differences in dynamics in family court vs. commercial court n Paint a picture in the mind s eye of the judge (and jury where applicable) n Respond to the opinions of the opposing expert n Avoid unnecessary landmines in the expert s report and file n Avoid the mistakes of inexperienced experts Who Should Attend: Professionals in all disciplines who serve as or plan to serve as expert witnesses. Financial experts, doctors, attorneys, insurance professionals, real estate brokers, valuation and appraisal experts, accountants, engineers, scientists, vocational experts, construction experts, educators, psychologists, and other experts who wish to hone their skills as expert witnesses will find this program to be a most valuable experience. Faculty: MAFF candidates can fulfill the Foundational Experience Prerequisite with attendance at this Bootcamp. The Matrimonial Expert Witness Bootcamp is taught by Michael Kaplan, CPA, ABV, CVA, MAFF; Jeffrey D. Diamond, JD; and Carlton Marcyan, CPA, CFP, CDFA, Esq., JD; as well as trial attorneys and seasoned financial experts. The combined experience of the Bootcamp faculty spans more than 300 trials. For NASBA-related information on CPE, please refer to Page 18

21 Trial Attorney Bootcamp Co-Sponsored by the National Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts, the Financial Forensics Institute, and the American Institute for Expert Witness Education 2014 Dates Location Early Registration Discounts and Deadlines 10% 5% August New York City, NY Expired 6/30 May 5 7, 2015 Chicago, IL 2/28/15 3/31/15 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 $2,100 $1,890 PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: This intensive three-day Trial Attorney Bootcamp is designed to bolster the skills of attorneys who present and cross-examine expert witnesses. Presenting and cross-examining expert witnesses can often be challenging in the courtroom. Just as trial attorneys use strategic courtroom approaches, seasoned experts have their own tactics to maintain credibility and persuasiveness. In this Bootcamp, we bring attorneys and experts together to recreate the courtroom experience and enable our attendees to employ proven approaches ranging from how to present oneself as a persuasive expert witness to strategies for effective cross-examination. Attendees will be guided and critiqued by our faculty of seasoned experts and attorneys. The Bootcamp will focus on strategic presentation of expert witnesses and effective cross-examination of opposing experts. We will explore proper preparation, including understanding your expert s report, identifying goals and objectives, identifying soft spots in your expert s report, and preparing your expert to respond to anticipated cross-examination. As we focus on the opposing expert, we will explore ways to attack an expert s credibility through challenge of credentials, assumptions, and foundation. The Bootcamp will culminate with live mock trial segments during which each attorney will have the opportunity to present and cross-examine experts and be critiqued by our seasoned faculty members. n Prepare expert witnesses for presentation at deposition and trial n Prepare strategic direct and cross-examination questions n Present expert witnesses in a manner most persuasive to the judge or jury n Prepare and conduct effective cross-examination of the opposing expert n Integrate expert witness testimony into overall trial strategy WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Attorneys who present and cross-examine expert witnesses. FACULTY: The Trial Attorney Bootcamp is taught by Michael Kaplan, CPA, ABV, CVA, MAFF; Jeffrey D. Diamond, JD; and Carlton Marcyan, CPA, CFP, CDFA, Esq., JD; as well as trial attorneys and seasoned financial experts. The combined experience of the Bootcamp faculty spans more than 300 trials South State Street, Suite 400 Salt Lake City, UT Tel: (800) Internet: Page 19

22 Early Registration 2014 Dates Location Discounts and Deadlines 10% 5% September 9 Atlanta, GA 6/30 7/31 January 27, 2015 Las Vegas, NV 11/30 12/31 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 One-day Workshop $650 $585 PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: In this Litigation Report Writing Workshop, attendees will learn effective approaches to writing an expert report for use in a litigation matter. The course will include a review of the report writing requirements set forth in the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and reporting requirements for other jurisdictions. This Workshop will also focus on drafting reports with an emphasis on content, language, supporting evidence, exhibits, and professional standards compliance. n List the reporting requirements set forth in Federal Rules of Civil Procedure 26(a)2(B) n Identify the components of an effective expert report n Explain the strengths, weaknesses, and risks of alternative report styles n Identify the risks of a substandard report n Explain the differences between a report used for tax or transactional purposes and a report appropriate for the litigation process n Describe the manner in which foundational evidence is incorporated into an expert report n Explain the reasons that expert reports are often inadmissible as evidence in court n Draft a well-prepared report WHO SHOULD ATTEND: This Workshop is designed for all litigation and financial forensic experts who want to improve the quality of their written reports. FACULTY: The Litigation Report Writing Workshop faculty includes Michael Kaplan, CPA, ABV, CVA, MAFF; Dermot O Neill, CPA, ABV, CVA, MAFF, ABAR, CFF; and Howard Zandman, CPA, CFF, MAFF. Litigation Report Writing Workshop Co-Sponsored by the National Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts, the Financial Forensics Institute, and the American Institute for Expert Witness Education For NASBA-related information on CPE, please refer to Page 20

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24 5217 South State Street, Suite 400 Salt Lake City, UT PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGE PAID SLC, UTAH PERMIT NO Special Offer! Register and pay for any course in this catalog by August 31, 2014, mention this ad, and receive DOUBLE Pacesetter Points! Learn more about the Pacesetter Awards Program at or call Member Services at (800) Publication Date: June 2014