Paul A. Rodrigues
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Professional Summary
Paul A. Rodrigues, CPA, CFE, CFF, CGMA, MST is a forensic accounting and fraud examination expert specializing in litigation support and economic damages. With a career spanning forensic accounting, fraud investigations, and intellectual property disputes, he brings a multifaceted analytical framework to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating fraudulent financial reporting, assessing economic damages, and evaluating whether accounting malpractice has occurred.
Mr. Rodrigues has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases such as intellectual property infringement, bankruptcy, and construction disputes. His Masters in Taxation, along with certifications as a Certified Public Accountant, Certified Fraud Examiner, Certified Financial Forensics, and Chartered Global Management Accountant, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation in disputes involving complex financial and accounting issues.
Work Experience
Paul A. Rodrigues has over 34 years of experience in forensic accounting and tax management. He is currently the Managing Member at Trace Forensic Experts LLC, a position he has held since 2021. Previously, he served as Senior Director and Chair of the Forensic Accounting Practice at The BERO Group, LLC, and held various leadership roles at multiple companies, including Chortek LLP and Jefferson Wells International.
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Best Descriptor
Paul A. Rodrigues specializes in forensic accounting and fraud examination, providing expert witness services in litigation matters.
Best Use Cases
- 1forensic accounting litigation support
- 2fraud examination in legal disputes
- 3business valuation in bankruptcy cases
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Masters in Taxation in Taxation
UW-Milwaukee · 1994
BA in Economics, International Relations, minor in Finance
UW-Madison · 1986
Licenses
- Certified Fraud Examiner
- Certified Public Accountant
- Chartered Global Management Accountant
- Certified in Financial Forensics