Valuation Techniques: Inputs and structure of a business valuation, common errors, and the art of cross-examining opposing experts

Session I – Business Valuation Essentials: Understanding methods, standards, and key financial concepts – Riley Busenlener and Nene Glenn Gianfala

Learn the basics of business valuation, including when a valuation is needed, financial statement analysis, qualitative and quantitative factors that impact your valuation, different valuation approaches, and much more. This session will give participants a basic understanding of the inputs and structure of a business valuation. This session will cover valuation basics and theoretical foundations, standards and premises of value, valuation standards and accuracy, valuation methods and techniques, and cost of capital and discount rates.

Key topics to be discussed:

• Valuation basics and theoretical foundations
• Standards and premises of value
• Valuation standards and accuracy
• Valuation methods and techniques
• Cost of capital and discount rates

Session II - Precision in Practice: Identifying errors and cross-examining valuation experts – Riley Busenlener and Nene Glenn Gianfala

This session is designed to equip legal professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to critically evaluate valuation techniques and methodologies. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of how common errors in valuations can significantly impact the value of assets or businesses and learn strategies to identify and address these errors effectively. The session will also provide practical insights into the art of cross-examining opposing experts, enabling attorneys to challenge flawed valuations with confidence and precision. Attendees will enhance their ability to advocate for their clients by ensuring that valuations are accurate, reliable, and withstand scrutiny in legal proceedings.

Key topics to be discussed:

• Identify common errors in valuations and their impact on value
• Understand how common errors in valuations should have been addressed
• Effectively cross-examine opposing experts on common errors in valuations

This course is co-sponsored with myLawCLE.

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