Litigation Services

See Representative Litigation Experience of Mr. Burns

Most business disputes are resolved through many hours of negotiations, trial preparation and litigation of the issues.  At each stage of the process experts are needed to assist in preparing a convincing and sound position or rebuttal.

The professionals with The Burns Firm, Ltd. provide specialized, technical support services that span the entire litigation process, from pre-complaint through post-trial.  We have experience assisting attorneys with complex business, financial, statistical, and tax issues through the entire litigation process.

The investigation and preparation of cases often require attorneys to deal with large quantities of financial and technical evidence, testimony, and documentation -- usually under critical time constraints.  The professionals with The Burns Firm, Ltd. deal with financial and technical information in their everyday practice as audit, tax or consulting professionals and bring crucial experience and background to your litigation as financial advisors to...

Analyze and Manage Financial Information

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We identify and evaluate the relevant business and financial records to establish or refute allegations.  We will analyze the financial data and present conclusions in terms which are comprehendible to the jury or opposition.

Guide Counsel in Discovery of Opposition's Financial Data

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Oftentimes the case may be expedited or concluded by artfully requesting certain information.  This communicates to the opposition the strength and sophistication of the case and the opposing team.

We can contribute technical input to written documents, motions, pleading, briefs and interrogatories.

Evaluate and Assist in Depositions

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We can assist in the formulation of deposition questions, evaluate the significance of deposition testimony and provide other technical assistance during the taking or giving of depositions.

Prompt analysis and interpretations of the financial data discovered can provide new avenues for questioning and maximize the attorney's time and attention in a suit.

Prepare Summaries and Financial Documents for Litigation

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Preparation of succinct summaries and opinions provides an overview of the financial data for the attorney, eliminating the need to review irrelevant data.  We present complex evidentiary material in a manner understandable to juries of laypersons.

Provide Support During Trial

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The Burns Firm, Ltd. possesses the depth of personnel for expert witness matters.  We emphasize responsiveness necessary to effectively and forcefully present an opinion.