Christopher M. Scudero, CPA, CFF, CITP, CGMA is a Partner with ULLR Accountants & Advisors, a New York/New Jersey based traditional/forensic accounting and litigation consulting firm. Since 1998, Chris has focused his practice on forensic and financial investigations in the context of complex commercial disputes. He has been involved with numerous engagements in many areas, and concentrates in the financial services, healthcare, and intellectual property sectors.
Chris serves attorneys and their clients with matters involving disputes, commercial and matrimonial litigation, fraud and forensic investigations, and regulatory compliance matters. He brings a multidisciplinary expertise which combines his knowledge and experience of accounting and auditing with his forensic skill and deep understanding of information technology. His background includes several successful forensic consulting practices, and over twelve years with “Big Four”and international accounting/consulting firms. The earliest part of his career was spent at medium-sized accounting practices in the New York City Metro area where he provided accounting, tax, assurance, and forensic services.
Throughout his career, Chris has provided project leadership on international financial investigations, commercial damage claims, high-net worth matrimonial cases, and complex investment strategies. He has also provided expert witness testimony in court and arbitration. Combined with extensive experience-based insight, Chris consistently provides measurable results to trial counsel, client management, and corporate boards.
In addition to his professional activities, Chris is an Adjunct Professor of Forensic Accounting in the Graduate Program of the CUNY Baruch, Zicklin School for Business. His classes are highly sought after, and consistently at maximum capacity. By tapping into his real-world experiences, Chris provides students additional depth to complement their study of this complicated topic.
Considering that the economically disadvantaged may have the most significant need for his knowledge and experience, Chris actively volunteers in support of various organizations assisting victims of domestic violence and their families. Through Fordham Law School, Chris has presented on forensic and other accounting issues at the Annual Fordham Forum on Domestic Violence. He also actively volunteers with a number of organizations to testify as an expert in cases of economic abuse, hidden assets & income, as well as complex financial situations.
Through his relationship with the Legal Aid Society, he provided consulting and analyses that were integral in creating the Temporary Maintenance Guidelines Legislation. For his support, service, and assistance with this, as well as several client matters, Chris was honored by the Society with an “Outstanding Individual Assistance to the Society Award,” which was presented by the Honorable Jonathan Lippman, the Chief Judge of New York State.