Accountant

{
  "id": "MLC-T-LAW-000313",
  "term": "Accountant",
  "field": "Law",
  "definition": "A professional who prepares, maintains, and inspects financial records for individuals or businesses. In a legal context, forensic accountants are often retained as expert witnesses to analyze financial data, trace assets, calculate damages, and detect fraud in cases involving divorce, bankruptcy, or commercial disputes. A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is licensed by a state board of accountancy after passing the Uniform CPA Examination.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/law/accountant/"
}