“Collaboration and teamwork solve complex evidentiary problems.”
Brian Wood
About
Brian has acted as a forensic expert in some of the largest and most commercially sensitive matters in Australia.
He attributes his success in high-stakes commercial disputes to his open, collaborative approach and ability to mobilise his high-performing, cross-functional team of specialists.
Brian has over 20 years’ experience as a forensic accountant and is dual-qualified in engineering and accounting.
He combines significant technical expertise with strong analytical and interpersonal skills to uncover and clarify the facts of commercial disputes so those that seek his advice, be they the Court, a law firm, or a corporation, are equipped to make the right decisions.
Expertise
- Forensic accounting
- Independent expert engagements
- International arbitration
- Economic loss assessments
- Forensic reviews of contracts and payments
- Accounting investigations
Education and accreditations
- Bachelor of Engineering (Hons)
- Masters of Professional Accounting
- Certificate IV in Financial Services (General Insurance)
- Chartered Accountant
- CPA
- Lexology Client Choice Awards 2021 - exclusive winner - Investigations Forensic Accountants Australia
Significant Engagements
- Wiggins Island Coal Export Terminal v Monadelphous Muhibbah Marine
- Saipem Australia Pty Ltd v GLNG Operations Pty Ltd
- Anglo Coal v Mainteck Pty Ltd
- State of Queensland v IBM
- John Holland Pty Ltd v Adani Abbot Point Terminal Pty Ltd
- The Independent State of Papua New Guinea v Nautilus Minerals Inc
