Meet David M. Beckman, CPA, CFF, CFE

David M. Beckman, CPA, CFF, CFE, is a partner in Litigation, Forensic and Valuation Services with more than 30 years of experience. A forensic accounting professional with strong technical and investigative skills, he has broad experience in advising and consulting on the application of accounting and auditing standards, investigating accountants’ malpractice, identifying and analyzing fraudulent financial reporting, analyzing contract and shareholder disputes, performing forensic investigations, and analyzing and quantifying economic damages in commercial and employment disputes. He has been qualified as an expert in New York State Supreme Court.

Adept in various stages of the litigation process, Mr. Beckman works on an array of complex litigation matters ― consulting on overall case strategy; advising on pleadings; preparing document requests; researching and analyzing generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and generally accepted auditing standards (GAAS); assisting with witness depositions and interviews; writing reports; preparing for and attending trial; and preparing trial demonstratives and exhibits. His work encompasses civil and criminal matters, arbitrations, mediations, and matters involving the SEC and other government agencies.

Mr. Beckman works with clients across a range of industries including real estate, construction, financing companies including securitizations, financial services, telecommunications, retail, transportation, manufacturing, professional services, and the food and beverage industry.

Prior to joining Anchin, Mr. Beckman worked as an audit manager and principal in the Litigation and Dispute Resolution group at a large regional NYC-based firm.

Mr. Beckman is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), the New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants (NYSSCPA), Litigation Services Committee of the NYSSCPAs, and the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE). Mr. Beckman also serves as an audit committee member of the Congressional Medal of Honor Foundation.