Given our fiduciary standing as financial planners, combined with our demeanor and extensive experience, we have served as expert witnesses, offering our insights on client/financial advisor procedures.
We advocate for ethical practices and act as stewards for clients and fellow financial advisors committed to the right way of working with and guiding clients. Our integrity has led attorneys to enlist our services as expert witnesses, seeking our opinion letters/statements on conflicts between clients and their financial advisors.
*Steffens Financial may not act as an expert witness in any case where we or our affiliates are named. Expert witness services are separate and unrelated to Commonwealth.
Step Two: Research the Background of the Accused Financial Advisor and/or Firm
We conduct a detailed research into the professional history of the financial advisor and/or firm involved. Our goal is to build a comprehensive profile that provides context and supports or challenges the claims at hand with objective, factual insight.
Step Four: Report / Deliverable
We compile our findings into a clear, professional report. During this phase, we'll review the action steps necessary to move the case forward.