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Tracing the Money: Using Data Analytics to Uncover Asset Concealment

FSS Director Lindsay Gill Co-Presents at MyLawCLE Virtual CLE Class

Asset concealment and complex financial structures are increasingly at the heart of litigation, especially when it comes to veil piercing and reverse veil piercing claims. As businesses become more sophisticated, so do the tactics used to shield assets from creditors and legal judgments.

On August 13, 2025, FSS Director Lindsay Gill co-presented at a MyLawCLE virtual CLE session titled:
“Veil Piercing, Reverse Veil Piercing, and Asset Concealment: Evaluating When an Entity’s Assets Are Subject to Member Liabilities, and Legal Strategies for Proving or Defending Against Asset Hiding Claims.”

Lindsay’s portion of the session focused on one of the most critical tools for uncovering asset concealment: data analytics.

What Lindsay Covered

Lindsay’s presentation, “Tracing the Money: Data Analytics in Veil Piercing & Asset Concealment,” explored how technology-driven approaches are transforming financial investigations. She discussed how combining forensic accounting with advanced data analytics provides clarity in cases where traditional document review falls short.

Key points included:

  • Following the Flow of Funds
    Using transaction data to create clear, visual maps of where money originates, where it moves, and where it ultimately lands.
  • Identifying Sources and Uses of Funds
    Untangling layers of accounts and entities to connect financial activity back to individuals and ownership interests.
  • Spotting Irregularities
    Leveraging data patterns to uncover hidden accounts, unexplained transfers, and other indicators of asset shielding.
  • Defending Against Overreach
    While tracing is critical for uncovering misconduct, Lindsay also highlighted how analytics can support defense strategies by clarifying legitimate financial activity and disproving unfounded claims.

Why This Matters

Veil piercing and reverse veil piercing cases often hinge on evidence of control—whether an individual used a corporate entity to hide assets or avoid liabilities. In these cases, proving intent requires more than reviewing bank statements; it demands comprehensive tracing supported by data-driven insights.

Lindsay’s experience shows that advanced analytics:

  • Streamline Investigations: Automating transaction tracing reduces review time and increases accuracy.
  • Strengthen Expert Testimony: Clear visuals and defensible methodologies resonate with judges and juries.
  • Improve Strategic Outcomes: Whether you’re proving asset hiding or defending against those claims, strong analytics can make or break your case.

A Collaborative Approach to Complex Cases

Lindsay’s role at FSS involves combining forensic accounting expertise with technology that can handle vast amounts of financial data efficiently. By applying this approach, her team can identify hidden assets and reconstruct financial pathways faster and with greater precision.

This perspective was a key part of the MyLawCLE session, which brought together legal and financial experts to explore how attorneys and forensic accountants can work together effectively. The ability to communicate complex findings clearly and credibly is just as important as conducting the analysis itself.

Who Should Watch the Recording

The CLE session is designed for attorneys, forensic accountants, and litigation professionals involved in cases where asset concealment, complex ownership structures, or veil piercing claims arise.

Participants gained practical insights they can immediately apply when evaluating:

  • When an entity’s assets may be subject to member liabilities
  • How to detect hidden transfers and asset shielding tactics
  • Strategies for both pursuing and defending against veil piercing claims

For those who couldn’t attend live, the full session is available on-demand through MyLawCLE:
Watch the recording here →

About Lindsay Gill

Lindsay Gill, Director of Forensic Investigations at Forensic Strategic Solutions, specializes in forensic accounting, data analytics, and asset tracing in complex financial disputes. Her work spans financial disputes involving high-net worth divorce, business disputes, and fraud investigations.

By combining technical expertise with advanced technology, Lindsay helps attorneys and their clients uncover hidden details, build stronger cases, and communicate findings with clarity.

Learn More

At FSS, we integrate data analytics into nearly every forensic engagement, from tracing concealed assets to analyzing ownership interests across complex corporate structures. If you’re facing a dispute involving asset concealment or need help developing a tracing strategy, our team is here to assist.