David Duffus
Contact Information
Pittsburgh Office
4 Gateway Center
444 Liberty Ave.
Suite 1800
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Phone: 412.697.6404
dduffus@parentenet.com
Principal
David manages Parente Randolph’s Pittsburgh Forensic and Litigation Services practice. His current responsibilities include assignment planning, supervision of staff, performing analyses, discovery assistance, and expert testimony. Responsibilities are carried out through financial and forensic analysis of: financial statements and tax returns; general ledgers and other original books of entry; relevant contracts and agreements; and industry data.
Since 1992, he has specialized in providing accounting and consulting services to businesses ranging from start-up entities to Fortune 100 companies. Prior to joining Parente Randolph, he spent eight years with a Big Four accounting firm. His previous work experience also includes positions at both a regional accounting and boutique consulting firm. He has worked extensively with counsel through all phases of the litigation process and has provided expert witness and deposition testimony in matters in both state and federal court.
Representative assignments on which he has worked include:
- Bankruptcy and Troubled Company Issues
- Construction Disputes
- Economic Damage Claims
- Fraud and Forensic Investigations
- Healthcare Fraud and Abuse
- Insurance Claims
- Intellectual Property Claims
- Professional Liability
- Real Estate Disputes
- Shareholder/Partnership Disputes
- Tax Disputes
- Education
Professional Affiliations
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
- Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants (PICPA)
Education
David earned a B.A. in Economics and Political Science and a Master of Business Administration in Accounting and Finance from the University of Pittsburgh. His education has been supplemented by various continuing education courses offered by a variety of professional organizations. He has spoken before numerous professional groups on topics relating to economic damages and fraud. In addition, he has published several articles addressing construction damage issues and fraud.
Licenses and Certifications
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in Pennsylvania
- Accredited in Business Valuation (ABV)
- Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
