Maxime is a damages expert with close to 25 years of professional experience in damage quantification, business valuation, fraud investigation, accounting, and auditing.
Maxime’s expertise ranges from the quantification of damages claims in international commercial and investment treaty disputes, contentious valuations and expert determinations to shareholder, joint-venture and post-transaction disputes, financial and fraud investigations, and other types of forensic accounting assignments. His extensive background spans a variety of sectors, including oil and gas, manufacturing, telecommunications, real estate, hospitality, retail, and services sector.
Maxime’s comprehensive experience and proven track record have earned him multiple selections as an Expert in Arbitration and Courts. Additionally, he has substantial experience in conducting complex, high-profile financial investigations.
“We’re excited to have Maxime join the HKA team. With over two decades of experience, his deep knowledge and expertise will be a tremendous asset to both our team and our clients throughout the region.” Jad Chouman, Partner, Head of Middle East.
Reporting to Stuart Ells, Partner and Chief Growth & Operations Officer for EMEA, Maxime has demonstrated expertise on various noteworthy regional and international disputes spanning multiple industries in the Middle East, Europe, America, Africa and Asia.
“I am thrilled to welcome Maxime as a Partner to our Forensic Accounting and Commercial Damages (FACD) practice. Maxime’s arrival significantly bolsters our rapidly expanding EMEA team, enhancing our presence in key cities, including London, Paris, Dubai, Madrid, and our newest office in Amsterdam.” Stuart Ells, Partner and Chief Growth & Operations Officer EMEA
Maxime said: “I’m delighted to be part of HKA and to collaborate with such a talented group of experts who are widely respected for their commitment to delivering exceptional client results. With my background in damage quantification, business valuation, fraud investigation, accounting, and auditing, I’m eager to contribute to HKA’s continued success and ambitious growth across the Middle East and the wider EMEA region.”
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