James Falconi has provided consulting services to companies in a variety of industries in areas such as commercial damage claims, construction claims, bankruptcy litigation, lost profits damages, business interruption claims, fraud investigations, accounting malpractice and directors' and officers' liability investigations, and general fact-finding and analysis regarding economic and financial issues. Mr. Falconi has testified to his findings and opinions in state and federal court, as well as mediation and informal negotiation sessions. He has also served as a federal court-appointed special master.

Commercial Damages. Mr. Falconi has advised clients in many matters involving damage claims measured by lost business opportunities and/or increased costs resulting from alleged breaches of contract, breaches of warranty, and professional malpractice.

Construction. Mr. Falconi has performed construction contract reviews in connection with significant construction projects. These projects involved a variety of aspects of construction, ranging from civil subcontractor work to mechanical and electrical subcontractors. In connection with many of these projects, Mr. Falconi also evaluated the validity of related construction claims involving increased cost and delay damages.

Financial Services. Mr. Falconi has encountered various issues within the context of the financial services industry. He has provided advice to the Regional Transportation Commission, Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, National Credit Union Association, insurance companies, and insureds involving special purpose reviews, forensic accounting analyses, accounting malpractice, director and officer liability, and fidelity bond investigations, as well as insurance claim preparation and analysis. He has also provided advice in bankruptcy matters involving failed financial services companies.

Industry Exposure. Mr. Falconi has spent 20 years providing forensic accounting services to clients in a wide variety of industries. Prior to his career as a forensic accountant, he served as the controller of a manufacturer of metal products. Before his controller position, he worked in public accounting with both international and regional firms. Mr. Falconi planned and supervised audits of large international corporations as well as small, closely held companies. In his nearly 30 years in consulting and accounting, Mr. Falconi has been exposed to a wide variety of industries including manufacturing, construction, mining, banking, insurance underwriting/brokering, health care, governmental agencies, nonprofit institutions, law firms, advertising/promotions, real estate development/management, pharmaceuticals, and retailing.

Education

• Grove City College
  B.A., Accounting, 1982

Employment History

• Navigant Consulting, Inc.
  Associate Director
  1998 - 2010
• Peterson Consulting
  Principal
  1990 - 1998
• Hussey Copper, Ltd.
  Controller
  1988 - 1990
• Medwig, Labriola & Co.
  Auditor
  1986 - 1988
• Price Waterhouse
  Senior Accountant
  1982 - 1986

Professional Affiliations

• American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
  Member
  
• Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants
  Member
  
• Association of Certified Fraud Examiners
  Member