Several Alvarez & Marsal Disputes and Investigations professionals have been recognized in the 2017 edition of Who’s Who Legal’s Investigations guide. The guide recognizes leading forensic accountants and digital forensics experts. Six A&M Disputes and Investigations professionals based in offices across the U.S., Europe and Asia are listed:
William Abington (Houston)
Phil Beckett (London)
Matthew Bialecki (Chicago)
Julian Jones (London)
Luke Steadman (London)
Keith Williamson (Hong Kong)
About A&M Disputes and Investigations
A&M sets the standard for delivering results on critical matters. With an increase in the complexity of corporate investigations, regulatory enforcement actions, and high stakes litigation and arbitration, that ability is more important than ever. From the boardroom to the court room, A&M professionals draw on their deep skills and experience in business investigations, litigation consulting, forensic technology and expert testimony to provide clients with the solutions they seek to achieve their goals.
For more information on our Disputes and Investigations practice, please click here.
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