Fraud Forensic Accountant Fees

Investigation Fees

• Standard investigation: $200-$400/hour (regional markets)
• Senior specialist / major market: $400-$800/hour
• Big 4 / global advisory firm equivalent: $600-$1,200+/hour

Expert Witness Report Fees

• Standard civil fraud report: $7,500-$25,000
• Complex criminal or regulatory case: $25,000-$100,000+
• International arbitration: $60,000-$300,000+
• Deferred prosecution agreement financial quantification: $40,000-$250,000+
• Rebuttal report: $7,500-$25,000

Emergency Response

Civil fraud cases are often urgent. Same-day asset freeze support is available at premium emergency rates for preliminary quantum and asset tracing within 24–48 hours.

Fee Structures

• Hourly (standard for open-ended investigations)
• Fixed fee (defined scope engagements)
• Retainer (ongoing regulatory matters)
• No contingency fees (not permitted for expert witnesses in most jurisdictions)

Public Defender & public defender funding

Court-appointed or publicly funded defense work may be available in criminal matters. Expert fees in publicly funded cases typically require prior court approval where applicable. Rates vary by jurisdiction.