A divorce is a stressful time for couples. In addition to getting the divorce finalized and determining custody if you have children, you have to determine how you will split your marital assets - from income to property. However, it’s not as simple as dividing assets 50/50. There are obstacles some spouses go through to […]

Whether you’re considering getting a divorce or are in the early stages of the divorce process, you should consider hiring a forensic accountant to ensure equitable distribution of marital assets and fair levels of support. It’s a common misconception that everything you and your spouse owned during marriage will be split 50/50 during a divorce. […]

If you've found yourself with a financial stake in a lawsuit, divorce or other legal case, then it's time to consider hiring a forensic accountant. While searching for forensic accounting firms in New Jersey, consider your needs in regards to both accounting and legal expertise. Often, there are hidden assets or debts omitted from financial statements and […]

If you’ve decided it’s time to hire a forensic accounting firm to perform an investigation or provide litigation support, you might be a little lost on how to do that. When researching a forensic accounting firm for the first time, there are several key aspects that will determine how well accountants will help you and […]

After a global recession was triggered by a series of financial collapses, the banking and financial services industry now requires stricter compliance with rules governing securities and commodities. However, behind the scenes, some parties might choose to commit security fraud to get a leg up on the competition or make a profit off secret information.  As a serious crime, security fraud is […]

As issues surrounding finances continue to arise, the need for trained professionals who are experts in both accounting and legal matters will likely grow. A forensic accounting firm will help clients stop fraud, recover assets and more during civil disputes or investigations. Forensic accountants possess a variety of skills, which include the ability to analyze […]

While many people might associate any professional with the word "forensic" in the title with criminal investigations, there is much more to forensic accounting.  Compared to a traditional accountant, a forensic accountant combines accounting knowledge and legal expertise to help their clients, from individuals to small and large businesses. Trained in cases involving criminal investigations and civil procedures, these […]

Smolin Lupin & Co. is proud to announce that it has once again been named by INSIDE Public Accounting’s (IPA) fifth annual ranking of the 200 largest accounting firms in the nation. We are excited to announce that we ranked as the 159th largest accounting firm. We are honored and humbled to have made the […]

The end of the year is a time for reflection for many people. Something about the calendar turning over makes people reassess their pasts and make important decisions about the future. While you're making resolutions, don't ignore your tax planning. There are many year end tax planning decisions you can make at year end to […]