Lexology Index (Who’s Who Legal) Recognizes 81 Ankura Professionals as Leading Experts in their Respective Industries and Geographies

Ankura is proud to congratulate our colleagues across different industries and geographies that have been recognized by Lexology Index (formerly Who’s Who Legal) as leading consulting experts. This year’s “Consulting Experts 2024” list features 81 Ankura consultants, an increase from the 66 professionals on last year’s list. This esteemed recognition showcases the notable breadth and depth of expertise that Ankura consultants possess in various strategic areas including:

1. Asset Recovery
2. Construction: Quantum, Delay, and Technical
3. Construction: Financial Advisory and Valuation – Quantum of Damages
4. Data and e-Discovery
5. Digital Forensics
6. Economics – Competition Economists
7. Forensic Accounting

 

This recognition reinforces Ankura’s steadfast commitment to serving clients by investing in professionals who are the best of the best in their fields across EMEA, APAC, and the Americas. Ankura professionals consistently provide invaluable insights to help navigate today’s complex global business landscape, deliver meaningful results to clients, and are renowned on a global scale.

Lexology Index Consulting Experts is a leading publication known for its rigorous selection process which includes nominations, an in-depth database, peer references, and extensive research. The most prominent practitioners are identified, and those who rank highest in their practice areas are included in the esteemed list of leading consulting experts.

Listed below are the Ankura professionals that have been recognized this year, with comments from WWL regarding the expertise and value they provide to their clients and colleagues.

Americas

Israel Almodovar is a highly reputed practitioner with extensive experience providing damage quantification advice on high-value construction matters.

Amanda Jo Amadon is a prominent figure in the market who garners plaudits for her strong track record providing expert testimony, evaluations and advisory services in a vast array of construction matters.

Peter V. Badala is an exceptional quantum expert with profound experience in major construction and engineering disputes.

Greg D. Crider is very highly rated by sources who praise him as a “highly accomplished, no-BS expert”.

Robert W. Davenport is a leading quantum expert with over three decades of experience handling contentious and high-stakes construction matters.

Gene Deetz is a well-regarded expert with deep experience in valuations in contentious matters and investigations.

Toshi Dezaki is “an organized and focused expert” who is lauded for producing “top-quality analyses”.

Jean-Michel Ferat earns plaudits from commentators for his “broad knowledge and strength in anti-corruption matters”.

Jason Flemmons is highly esteemed in the international forensic accounting community, particularly for his wealth of experience in fraud investigations, auditing and transfer pricing cases.

Amy Gonce is highly commended by market sources for her depth of expertise in investigations, technical analyses and enforcement actions.

Scott D. Gray is a first-rate quantum expert, thoroughly recommended by peers and clients for his outstanding work across a diverse range of sectors, including energy, construction and transport.

Peter Gronvall “continually impresses” peers and clients who commend his “great strength in e-discovery”.

Christopher Harvey is singled out by sources for his extensive data analytics experience and ability to navigate complex data environments for clients across a diverse range of sectors.

John Jerz garners “a great deal of respect for his work and expertise” in a wide range of areas including CPM scheduling, cost analysis and change order analysis.

Josh Johnston is a highly regarded practitioner with an impeccable knowledge of forensic accounting issues arising from high-value asset tracing, solvency and fraud investigations.

Patrick M. Kelly comes highly recommended for his “deep knowledge of the construction industry and capability in developing easy-to-read reports on complicated matters”.

Brad Lohmeyer is praised as an “absolutely wonderful expert” whose exceptional understanding of data analytics differentiates him in a competitive market.

Linda MacDonald is a prominent name in the realm of financial accounting thanks to her immense depth of expertise in financial reporting, investigations and litigious consulting matters.

Mark A. McGrath is a top-tier forensic accountant renowned for advising clients on cross-border data-related, whistleblower and internal investigations.

Rick Ostiller maintains a stellar reputation in the field for providing strategic consulting, cost accounting and financial auditing services to major stakeholders across a broad range of sectors.

Brad Pinne is highly recommended for his prowess in complex data analytics relating to tax disputes, expert testimonies and strategic dispute resolution work.

Anamaria Popescu secures recommendations from peers across North America for her top tier practice and her “strength with complex CPM scheduling matters”.

Diane Quick is a clear leader in the legal technology and data analytics space, which sees her routinely appointed by clients in regulatory investigations and class-action lawsuits.

Steven E. Richards is a seasoned and thoroughly respected forensic accountant with a strong track record in investigations and audits. One source notes, “I have zero hesitation in referring Steve to anyone who asks.”

John E. Rollins is well versed in commercial and pricing disputes, leveraging his prowess in asset tracing, damages valuation and forensic investigations to deliver consulting services to key market leaders across the US.

John Stark is held in high regard for his top-notch practice advising clients on complex investigations arising from the healthcare, financial services and energy sectors.

Jon Tomlin impresses market sources with his extensive experience as an economic expert providing damages valuations and assessments on contentious matters.

Martin S. Wilczynski With over three decades of experience, Martin is an accomplished forensic accountant who is highly regarded for his first-rate handling of high-stakes investigations.

Bernard Woolfley has an exceptional reputation for his forensic accounting expertise and his understanding of regulatory requirements, with sources noting his detailed approach as a particular strength.

Colleen Yushchak is “an excellent communicator” and “a business-realistic expert” with “a deep understanding of data privacy law”.

APAC

Anne Connolly is a popular choice among peers and clients thanks to her first-rate quantum analysis and damages valuations during high-value construction disputes.

Premjit Dass maintains a longstanding practice assisting in regulatory, financial and accounting matters amid complex construction disputes.

Trevor Dick is a well-known asset recovery expert, with over two decades of experience expertly navigating complex financial fraud investigations across the Asia-Pacific region.

Alex Durning comes highly recommended as “a very articulate and polished expert” with “excellent knowledge of applicable standards and industry experience”.

Anel Idriz is deemed “a clear and concise communicator” with “an adept ability to gather, forensically examine and analyze information from any given set of project data”.

Amit Jaju is “a great technology expert” who assists domestic and international clients across the full gamut of data-related matters.

Peter Jerome is a prominent name in the market thanks to his strong track record assisting in claims preparations and project management for large infrastructure projects.

Adrian Kong ranks as one of the go-to experts for disputes related to project delays, liquidated damages and extension of time across Europe and the APAC region.

Christopher Marks is a first-rate expert in the cyber investigation forensics practice. He draws praise from both clients and peers for his skill in using electronic evidence and data analytics for complex cross border disputes.

Greg Meredith is held in high regard by peers and clients alike for his wealth of experience in the forensic accounting space. He is frequently sought after for his advisory services in damage valuations and transactional disputes.

Rob Phillips is a leading digital forensic expert, offering thoughtful solutions to extensive cross-border data breach investigations.

Jon Prudhoe is a multiple-WWL award winner who is described as “the best in the business” thanks to his testifying skill and exceptional delay and quantum knowledge.

Hamzah Risheq is “an exceptional delay expert” who “provides robust evidence” for his clients.

EMEA

Susan Blower is renowned for her exceptional work in complex valuations and damages across international litigation and arbitration proceedings.

Nicholas Cousino wins praise for his “quality of technical analysis” and his “ability to quickly understand complex matters”.

David Dale is a first-rate quantum expert, with substantial experience concerning projects across the Middle East, and is singled out by peers and clients for his “excellent reputation”.

Gary Davies is a “great expert” with decades of experience in forensic accounting. Commentators say “He has a brain the size of a planet.”

David Dearman According to interviewees, David is “very straightforward from the outset” when testifying, meaning that “he does not change his mind under cross-examination”.

David Dellar “has excellent skills and experience with contentious delay issues” say sources, who comment that he is “always available and well in tune with the commercial needs of the client”.

Lorynn Demetriades is a renowned figure in the market, recognized for her immense experience in the strategic use of data analytics to assist in regulatory compliance investigations, risk assessments and due diligence processes.

Guy Elkington is an “effective, professional and amicable” quantum expert who “is always willing to get down into the detail to provide solutions”.

Tony Farrow With over three decades of experience, Tony is widely recognized as a leading expert, with refined expertise in schedule delay and disruption analysis.

Matthew Finn enjoys a fantastic reputation for his quantum analysis in high-value disputes arising from the construction, energy and transport sectors.

Tom Francis is very analytical and grasps facts and issues quickly; “He has excellent technical skills and is all over the detail”

Sena Gbedemah is a first-rate expert, praised by clients and peers for his “formidable technical prowess as a delay expert”.

Tanya Gross is a thoroughly recommended data expert, offering deep knowledge and thoughtful solutions to e-discovery matters across multiple jurisdictions.

Ala Iebadeh is a key figure in the arena of corporate investigations and high-stakes litigation, with a deep understanding of disputes arising from the transport, financial and construction sectors.

Richard Indge is an accomplished forensic accountant with over two decades of experience in the sector, earning the recognition of peers and clients alike as “an astute practitioner in the forensic accounting market”.

Scott Jardine comes “highly regarded” for his “outstanding ability to adopt and articulate positions”.

Andrew Kennell has built up an impressive forensic investigations practice focusing on providing strategic advice in complex regulatory investigations and high-stakes commercial disputes.

Colin Marden is a first-rate delay expert who is singled out for his vast experience advising clients on major construction projects arising from the oil and gas sector.

Adrian Martin is esteemed by peers as a first-rate expert, renowned for his “extensive understanding of quantum valuation and exceptional forensic accounting skills”.

Muthmainur Rahman is held in high regard for his extensive experience advising financial institutions and large corporations on data-related transactions, compliance and investigations.

Jacqui Record routinely advises major brands in the UK and across the EMEA. Her work involves extensive reviews of financial data to assess damages and lost profits.

Ryan Rubin has extensive global experience as a digital forensic expert, with a profound ability to lead complex and high-stakes matters across diverse industries including cyber-security, digital asset recovery, as well as data privacy.

Elise Salerno Peers and clients highlight Elise for her “commitment, work ethic and thoroughness” in delay and quantum analysis for high-value construction projects.

Stephen Sandles is lauded as “a convincing expert” who provides “high-standard analyses which stand up to scrutiny”.

Volker Schmitz is a top-notch quantum and delay expert, praised by clients and peers alike for his “diligence” and “ability to find and explain solutions to complex cases”.

Nik Sekulic impresses market commentators with his fantastic track record in international arbitrations, routinely providing delay analyses on high-profile construction projects.

Mamas Stavrou With over two decades of experience, Mamas is a renowned quantum expert providing testimony in complex technology and construction disputes.

Michael C. Stokes is highly respected by market leaders for his deep understanding of damage quantification in a variety of construction projects.

Paul Taplin is a phenomenal, sought-after quantum expert with top-notch skills in managing complex cases in the energy, infrastructure, and construction sectors, across multiple jurisdictions.

Paul Walker With more than 20 years of experience, Paul impresses market commentators with his first-rate advice on investigations involving compliance, regulatory and financial crime issues.

Marc Williams is a brilliant expert who is “easy to work with” and highly regarded by market commentators for his deep quantum expertise in the construction sector.