Ghosts of Transactions Past: Strategies for Resolving Post-Closing Disputes
November 13, 2025Post-closing disputes can derail even the most carefully structured transactions, often leading to costly litigation and operational challenges. In this second session of the Forensics Institute, our panel—featuring a seasoned forensic accountant and two experienced legal professionals—will unpack the root causes of these disputes and share strategies for resolving them effectively.
Through real-world case studies and professional insights, attendees will gain perspective on what to expect as a buyer/seller in a post-closing dispute and the roles internal financial professionals, outside counsel, and external advisors play in navigating the resolution to post-closing disputes. We will address working capital, earnouts, representation and warranties, and other claims that may arise after closing.
We will offer practical guidance on navigating the resolution process, commencing litigation, and highlight practical strategies and pitfalls. Whether you’re a litigator, financial advisor, or corporate executive, this session will help equip you with actionable insights to manage post-deal challenges with confidence.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this program, participants will be able to:
- Understand the types of disputed matters in post-closing disputes such as working capital, earnouts, and representations and warranties.
- Understand the resolution processes, including the role and interplay of internal financial professionals, legal advisors, and external forensic accountants.
- Identify the root causes of post-closing disputes and understand the common pitfalls and key information buyers/sellers exchange and evaluate in investigating and resolving disputed items.
- Explore effective mitigation strategies to help reduce the risk of disputes during deal structuring and execution.
Presenter(s)
Brian Burns, Jesse Noa, Tyler Cragg