Business Valuation
Independent valuations for disputes, family proceedings, and shareholder claims.
Business Valuation Services
Sterling Forensic provides independent business and share valuations for commercial disputes, family financial remedy proceedings, shareholder disputes under s994 Companies Act, and partnership dissolution.
We apply maintainable earnings methodology, sector-specific multiples, and transparent discount reasoning adjusted for personal vs transferable goodwill where appropriate.
Valuations in Disputes
Business valuations are frequently the central financial issue in UK disputes. Sterling Forensic values businesses and shareholdings for shareholder oppression proceedings, financial remedy, partnership dissolution, M&A warranty claims, and general commercial litigation where the value of an interest determines quantum.
We apply maintainable earnings methodology with transparent multiple and discount reasoning, adjusted for personal vs transferable goodwill, minority status, and lack of marketability where appropriate to the instruction.
What We Cover
- Shareholder dispute valuations (s994 fair value)
- Family financial remedy business valuations
- Partnership and LLP dissolution valuations
- Professional practice valuations
- Minority discount and lack of marketability analysis
- Valuations for M&A warranty and indemnity disputes
- Expert witness valuations under CPR Part 35 and FPR Part 25
Frequently Asked Questions
What valuation methodology does Sterling Forensic use?
We typically apply maintainable earnings methodology using EBITDA or EBIT multiples, adjusted for normalised earnings, with clear reasoning on the multiple applied and any discount for minority status or lack of marketability.
How is personal goodwill treated in a business valuation?
Personal goodwill attaches to the individual practitioner and is typically excluded from matrimonial or partnership assets. We assess the split based on client concentration, contractual arrangements, and sector-specific benchmarks.
Does Sterling Forensic value professional practices?
Yes. We value dental practices, law firms, accountancy practices, and other professional partnerships using sector-specific multiples of recurring fee income.
How are valuations used in shareholder disputes?
In s994 Companies Act 2006 proceedings, the court may order a fair value buy-out. The forensic accountant values the shareholding on a fair value basis, typically without minority discount, and provides expert evidence on maintainable earnings, multiples, and discount arguments.
Instruct Sterling Forensic
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