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Partner – Forensic Accounting, Commercial Disputes & Litigation Support (FVLS) Looking for Your Next Leadership Role in Forensic Accounting, Commercial Disputes & Damages Consulting? Are you an experienced Forensic Accountant, Expert Witness, or Commercial Disputes Consultant ready for your next opportunity to lead? At DLA, we help clients resolve complex challenges in forensic accounting, business valuation, economic damages, and litigation consulting —while giving our people the tools, flexibility, and support to thrive. We value Integrity, Quality, Innovation, Collaboration, and Community , and you’ll find meaningful work here with a team that lives these principles every day. We’re seeking a Partner, Commercial Disputes to join our Forensic, Valuation & Litigation Support (FVLS) team in the Chicago metro area. If you’re ready to advise on high-stakes disputes and damages matters while growing a national practice, we’d love to connect. What You’ll Do As a leader at the firm, you will spearhead the expansion of DLA’s FVLS practice through practice building, client development, and expert leadership. Your day-to-day may include: Leading multiple engagements in commercial litigation support , including forensic accounting, economic damages analysis, financial modeling , and expert witness consulting. Providing expert opinions on breach of contract, shareholder disputes, intellectual property disputes, post-M&A disputes, and fraud investigations . Delivering clear, persuasive expert witness testimony and damages reports in arbitration and trial settings. Building relationships with attorneys, corporations, and government agencies to generate new opportunities and expand the FVLS practice. Guiding and mentoring engagement teams to deliver high-quality work while developing the next generation of forensic consultants. Collaborating with law firms, corporate stakeholders, and internal specialists to deliver practical, defensible solutions. Staying current on litigation consulting trends to keep DLA at the forefront of forensic accounting and damages consulting . What You’ll Bring We know great team members come from all kinds of backgrounds. Some things we typically look for: A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field 15+ years of experience in commercial disputes, damages consulting, and litigation support . Proven track record in economic damages quantification, financial analysis, and expert witness testimony . CPA, CVA, ABV, ASA, CFA, CFE, or CFF (preferred). Experience building and leading client relationships, with a history of business development success. Strong leadership skills with experience managing teams of consultants and analysts. Ability to clearly explain complex damages and financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders. Entrepreneurial mindset to grow service offerings and expand practice areas. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel expertise a must; QuickBooks/Quicken a plus). Why DLA Emphasis on work-life balance compared to traditional audit firms Flexible PTO (plus your birthday as a holiday) Direct client exposure from day one Career path to leadership & Partner Hybrid work model with flexibility built in 401(k) match, referral programs, and comprehensive benefits We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application process. #ForensicAccounting #CommercialDisputes #EconomicDamages #LitigationSupport #ExpertWitness #BusinessValuation #ForensicConsulting #FinancialAdvisory #AccountingJobs #ConsultingCareers #LeadershipOpportunity #PartnerRole #Big4Alumni #CPAJobs #ChicagoAccountingJobs #DLACareers #WeAreDLA Seniority Level Executive Employment Type Full-time Job Function Consulting, Accounting/Auditing, and Legal #J-18808-Ljbffr DLA, LLC

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