Litigation Support

Objective analysis and testimony give credibility to legal matters.

Bringing clarity to the most complex legal cases

Whether involving breach of contract or shareholder disputes, torts, or matrimonial matters, BDO’s Litigation Support professionals provide expertise, independence, credibility, and objectivity to assist with a variety of litigation assignments.

Our professionals work with legal counsel to provide objective and supported financial analysis to resolve disputes. Depending on the circumstances, our roles vary. As litigation consultants, we support legal counsel in analyzing financial issues or assist in settlement negotiations. As independent testifying expert witness, we provide objective, considered, and supported opinions to assist the finder of fact.

BDO’s team consists of Chartered Business Valuators (CBV), investigative and forensic accountants, certified fraud examiners, and corporate finance professionals. Our practice in Canada is backed by one of the world’s largest accounting and consulting networks, which allows us to provide seamless service to clients across borders.

Our Litigation Support services include breach of contract damages, tort loss calculations, patent infringement, shareholder disputes, family law issues, and expert witness testimony.

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Reliable information and guidance to manage evolving regulations, new business models, and emerging technology trends to stay ahead of the curve.

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With a risk landscape that is constantly changing—from staying ahead of regulations to emerging crisis situations to financial risk—our advisors are committed to understanding your business, tailoring risk mitigation and management strategies when they matter the most.

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BDO's Construction Disputes & Advisory Services team helps clients navigate complexities and resolve disputes throughout the life cycle of a construction project—providing valuable advice along the way. Our team includes certified deal analysts, accountants, quantity surveyors, and project managers with extensive experience in a variety of construction projects.