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Our Services

Rowe & Associates provide independent opinions on financial matters including relationship property, economic disparity, business and share valuations, assessment of losses and proceeds of crime.

  • At Rowe & Associates, we have been involved in a wide range of relationship property matters ranging from modest to highly complex and contested disputes involving substantial assets.

    We provide independent expert support to either party in a relationship property dispute and are regularly instructed to provide advice on financial and valuation issues such as:

    ·        Guidance on discovery - what information is reasonably required to ensure all relationship assets and liabilities identified

    ·        Valuation of businesses, shares, partnerships, and trust interests

    ·        Valuation of associated relationship property interests, such as shareholder or beneficiary loan accounts

    ·        Evaluation of economic disparity claims under section 15 of the Property (Relationships) Act 1976

    ·        Assessment of how separate, trust and other property may have become intertwined

    ·        Calculation of investment returns, distinguishing between passive and active components over time

    Our work in is always thorough, impartial, and focused on helping parties reach resolution through clear, defensible financial insights.

  • We are frequently engaged to provide independent expert valuation opinions in a variety of situations, including:

    ·        Division of assets in separations / relationship property disputes

    ·        Disputes between shareholders, or joint venture partners (including claims under section 174 of the Companies Act)

    ·        Shareholder transactions, including transfers of shares

    ·        Partnership disputes

    ·        Valuation of shares for the issue of new equity

    ·        Disputes with Inland Revenue relating to value assessments

    Our independence and expertise allow us to prepare opinions that are credible, defensible, and trusted by clients, legal counsel, and the Courts.

  • At Rowe & Associates, our blend of technical expertise and practical commercial insight allows us to provide robust, well-reasoned valuation opinions that support informed decision making, negotiations, and the resolution of disputes.

    We tailor our approach to the unique circumstances of each matter including:

    ·        Quantifying economic loss in commercial litigation arising from the conduct or failure to act by another party

    ·        Resolving post-acquisition disputes, including the evaluation of earn-out provisions and other contingent considerations

    ·        Valuing lost opportunities, including claims involving intellectual property breaches or misappropriation

    Our reports are clear, defensible, and reflect our significant experience and the commercial realities our clients face, making them a valuable tool in both litigation and negotiating settlements.

  • At Rowe & Associates, we provide clear, independent forensic accounting services to assist in the investigation and resolution of financial irregularities and disputes.

    We are regularly engaged to trace funds, reconstruct financial records, and analyse transactions where accuracy and objectivity are critical. Our work is often used to support legal proceedings and includes:

    ·        Examination of complex financial records to identify discrepancies or misappropriation

    ·        Tracing of assets and cash flows in trust, company, or relationship property structures

    ·        Reconstruction of incomplete or disputed accounts

    ·        Financial analysis to support fraud investigations or allegations of misconduct

    Our forensic accounting reports are detailed, evidence-based, and presented in a format that is understandable and suitable for use in Court or mediation. Whether assisting legal counsel, trustees, or business owners, we bring clarity to the most challenging financial matters.

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John Rowe

With over 30 years of accounting and financial expertise, John Rowe is the founder and principal of Rowe & Associates. He focuses on high-value, complex assignments, providing litigation support across a range of matters including business and share valuations, economic loss assessments, forensic financial investigations, and relationship property disputes.

John is regularly appointed as an independent expert by both the High Court and Family Court providing clear, objective analysis that supports resolution in even complex situations.

What sets John apart is his commitment to delivering a high level of service, marked by clarity, responsiveness, and integrity.

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Contact Us

Postal: PO Box 87111, Auckland, 1050.


Mobile: 021864614


Email:  info@rowe-associates.co.nz

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