Richard Boulton is a chartered accountant who advises clients on economic, accounting and valuation issues, specialising in the calculation and communication of complex damages. He has been engaged in over 300 litigations, including many of the world’s largest commercial disputes. He has given oral evidence on approximately 70 occasions in the English High Court, the Copyright Tribunal and the European Commission (Competition Directorate), and before over 40 international arbitration tribunals. He is also a commercial barrister at One Essex Court.
Mr Boulton was previously the global head of finance and accounting services of a major expert services and consulting firm, which included the forensic accounting; damages and intellectual property; financial services; and healthcare practice areas.
Mr Boulton spent 20 years with Arthur Andersen, including 11 years as a partner. He spent three years (1997-2000) as the number-two executive, responsible for over 70,000 people worldwide. His broader experience included several global leadership positions; 15 years of client work as a consultant on financial and economic issues, particularly in the media and energy sectors; and substantial experience as an expert in major commercial litigation.
Mr Boulton has expertise in multiple jurisdictions. For four years, he spent half his time in the USA (principally Chicago a...
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