Meet William C. Barrett III – Valuation & Forensic Accounting Authority

William C. Barrett III is the founder and principal of Barrett PC, a Richmond-based practice dedicated to forensic accounting, business valuation, and economic damage analysis. With more than 20 years of high-stakes experience, Bill is nationally recognized for his depth of expertise and principled service across litigation, fiduciary consulting, and tax strategy.

Credentials & Certifications

  • Master of Forensic Accounting (MFAcc), University of Charleston
  • B.S. in Behavioral Accounting & Clinical Psychology, Virginia Commonwealth University
  • Postgraduate studies in Information Systems Analysis
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Commonwealth of Virginia
  • Accredited in Business Valuation (ABV), AICPA
  • Certified in Financial Forensics (CFF), AICPA

Professional Highlights

  • Over 20 years of litigation and valuation experience
  • Peer-recognized as one of Virginia’s top forensic specialists
  • Court-appointed expert in complex financial matters
  • Trusted by attorneys, courts, fiduciaries, and families alike

We bring unmatched depth and integrity to every engagement, whether serving plaintiffs or defendants.

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Areas of Expertise

  • Forensic Audits and Investigations & White-Collar Fraud
  • Business Valuation for Divorce, Estate, Transaction & Litigation
  • Fiduciary Stewardship
  • Economic Damages & Lost Profits Analysis
  • Tax Strategy for Estates, Trusts & Marital Settlements
  • Expert Witness Testimony & Report Writing
  • Mediator and Arbitrator in high-stakes financial disputes

Professional Affiliations & Thought Leadership

  • Chair, AICPA Litigation Services Committee (Past)
  • Editorial Board Member, Journal of Forensic Accounting Research
  • Speaker, AICPA, VSCPA, NACVA, ABA, AAA, and national legal/accounting forums
  • Published author in AICPA Journal, VSCPA Disclosures, AccountingWeb, and more
  • Instructor for Thomson Reuters, West LegalEd, and national litigation support trainings
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Trusted By Courts, Attorneys & Institutions

Bill has served as an expert in hundreds of cases across state and federal courts, including:

  • Fiduciary litigation
  • Trust and estate conflicts
  • Professional malpractice and financial misconduct
  • Divorce litigation

He has been retained by both plaintiffs and defendants, earning a reputation for neutrality, clarity, and courtroom credibility.

Consult directly with Bill Barrett about your valuation or forensic needs.

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