Christine Brunner has over 25 years of experience in Family Offices, specializing in financial management, strategic planning, and risk mitigation. As the Head of Financial Operations for a prestigious Family Office in New York City, she managed the financial affairs of high-net-worth individuals and multi-generational wealth structures. Her expertise encompasses investment operations and complex accounting transactions across various sectors, including real estate, private equity, and alternative investments. She possesses a deep understanding of structured risk management solutions, helping clients safeguard assets through tailored financial strategies while ensuring regulatory compliance in an ever-evolving financial landscape. Ms. Brunner is highly knowledgeable in asset forfeiture, money laundering transactions, and tax controversy, with extensive experience navigating government seizures, regulatory enforcement, and financial crime compliance. She assists clients in resolving complex tax disputes, managing audits, and negotiating with tax authorities. Her expertise ensures that Family Offices operate efficiently, securely, and in full compliance with legal and financial regulations.

Since 2021, Ms. Brunner has worked as a Forensic Accountant in private practice, collaborating with legal professionals to analyze intricate financial matters. She examines financial records, traces transactions, and identifies irregularities that may impact litigation or regulatory proceedings. Her experience in financial crime defense allows her to detect discrepancies, uncover fraudulent activities, and provide critical forensic analysis. By delivering clear, data-driven findings, she helps attorneys develop strong defense strategies and navigate complex financial investigations.

Ms. Brunner specializes in conducting rigorous internal business investigations, assisting companies and legal teams in uncovering fraudulent financial activities within organizations. She has a strong track record of documenting and quantifying financial losses arising from various scenarios, including employee embezzlement, vendor fraud schemes, and asset misappropriation. In civil litigation involving shareholder disputes and business divorces, Ms. Brunner provides attorneys and their clients with critical financial expertise, ensuring a thorough and accurate assessment of economic damages.

Additionally, Ms. Brunner provides expert testimony and litigation support by preparing business valuations and refuting opposing experts’ computations. She meticulously reviews financial reports, market conditions, and industry-specific factors to challenge inaccuracies or biases in opposing expert analyses. Her ability to present clear, data-driven arguments strengthens her clients’ legal positions in negotiations, mediations, and court proceedings. With a deep understanding of financial complexities and legal nuances, Ms. Brunner is a trusted resource in high-stakes disputes, helping clients achieve fair and equitable resolutions.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Financial/White Collar Crime: Bank Secrecy Act/Patriot Act Violations, Complex Financial Crime, Corporate Internal Controls Review, Embezzlement, Financial Statement Fraud, Insurance Fraud, Investment Fraud, Loan Fraud (PPP & EIDL), Money Laundering, Mortgage Fraud, Tax Fraud/Tax Schemes