Divorce & Matrimonial Forensic Accountancy Services
Divorce and matrimonial disputes often involve complex financial structures, hidden assets, and disputed valuations. In these situations, a specialist forensic accountant in divorce is essential to provide independent, court-ready financial analysis and ensure a fair outcome for all parties.
Our forensic accounting team works closely with family law solicitors, mediators, and the courts to investigate financial disclosures, trace assets, and deliver robust expert witness reports. We are one of the few Scottish firms with a dedicated, full-time forensic accounting team, bringing over 45 years’ combined experience in matrimonial and cohabitation disputes across Scotland and the wider UK.
What does a forensic accountant do in divorce cases?
In a divorce case, a forensic accountant plays a crucial role in uncovering and clarifying the full financial picture so that a fair settlement can be reached. Where finances are complex, disputed, or unclear, their independent analysis helps ensure that all assets, income, and liabilities are properly identified and understood.
At Henderson Loggie, our specialist forensic accounting team supports solicitors, counsel, mediators, and individuals by delivering objective, evidence-based financial insight in matrimonial disputes. We work to establish financial transparency, helping all parties move forward with confidence.
How can our Forensic Accountants help in a divorce?
Asset Valuation in divorce proceedings
Determine the accurate value of businesses, shares, investments, and other assets to support fair financial settlements.
Review of Financial Disclosures
We can independently assess financial information provided by each party and identify inconsistencies, omissions, or unexplained movements.
Tracing Hidden Assets in Divorce Cases
We can identify signs of undisclosed income, diverted funds, offshore accounts, or unusual transactions that may impact the division of assets.
Business & Partnership Interests
We can evaluate ownership stakes and financial performance of family businesses or partnerships involved in the divorce settlement.
Forensic Accounting Support in Court & Mediation
We provide clear, independent expert witness reports to solicitors, counsel, mediators, and the courts to support negotiations or legal proceedings.
Single Joint Expert Appointments
Act as an impartial expert agreed by both parties to provide balanced, court‑ready valuations and reports.
Forensic Accounting in divorce cases: A recent case study
Matrimonial cases involving business interests, complex remuneration structures or incomplete financial disclosures can present real challenges for both solicitors and the court. In these situations, valuations often need to be carried out where information is limited, disputed, or, at times, deliberately obscured.
In one recent case, we were instructed to provide expert business valuation and forensic accounting support across a range of issues, including company valuations, asset transfers, deferred remuneration and the alleged dissipation of the couple’s property. Our work helped bring greater clarity to the financial position and supported informed decision-making throughout the process.
Why Choose Henderson Loggie as Your Divorce Forensic Accountant?
Henderson Loggie is one of the few independent Scottish firms with a specialist, full‑time forensic accounting team, offering over 45 years’ combined experience in valuations, financial analysis, and investigative work for matrimonial and co-habitation disputes. Our independent experts provide clear, defensible financial evidence that helps solicitors, counsel, mediators, and the courts reach fair and informed outcomes.
We handle sensitive personal and financial matters with professionalism, discretion, and objectivity – essential qualities in contentious family cases. Working from our offices in Aberdeen, Dundee, Edinburgh, and Glasgow, we support clients locally and across the UK, delivering balanced expert reports, transparent analysis, and reliable guidance throughout negotiations, mediation, or court proceedings.
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Forensic Accountant Divorce & Matrimonial Disputes FAQs
A forensic accountant should be brought in as early as possible when financial complexity, contested valuations, or concerns about incomplete or inaccurate disclosures arise. Early involvement helps solicitors and mediators understand the true financial picture before negotiations progress too far.
Yes. Forensic accountants can be instructed at any stage, including after papers have been filed or during ongoing settlement discussions. They can also assist where new information comes to light or where financial issues need to be revisited.
Costs can be met by one party or shared, depending on the circumstances and the approach agreed between solicitors. In some cases, particularly when a Single Joint Expert is appointed, both parties contribute to the cost.
Fees vary depending on the complexity of the case, the number of assets involved, and the level of investigation required. HLCA provides clear fee estimates at the outset so clients and their solicitors understand the likely scope and cost.
No. While many high‑value cases involve forensic input, a forensic accountant can be essential in any case where financial issues are unclear, disputed, or complex, regardless of overall asset size.
Absolutely. Henderson Loggie’s forensic accountants work closely with solicitors, counsel, mediators, and the courts to ensure that financial evidence is clear, well‑reasoned, and aligned with the needs of the legal process.
Meet our Divorce Forensic Accountants
Christine Rolland
Director
Peter Graham
Director
Rowena Eves
Assistant Manager
Natalie Grant
Assistant Manager
