Financial Fraud Exposed: Lessons from a Former IRS Special Agent on Forensic Accounting

Krista Shelton
Krista Shelton | Focused Forensic Solutions, LLC

Krista Shelton, CFE, is the President and Founder of Focused Forensic Solutions, LLC, where she brings over two decades of expertise in financial crime investigation and forensic accounting. A former Special Agent with the IRS Criminal Investigation Division, Krista has extensive experience in uncovering complex financial crimes, including money laundering, tax fraud, and violations of the Bank Secrecy Act.

On-Demand: December 17, 2025

2 hour CLE

Tuition: $195.00
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Program Summary

Join former IRS Special Agent and Certified Fraud Examiner Krista Shelton for an engaging and insightful two-hour CLE on "Forensic Accounting for Attorneys." With over two decades of experience in uncovering complex financial crimes, Krista will demystify the role of forensic accountants and their critical value in legal cases.

Through real-world case studies, attendees will learn how to identify financial red flags, leverage key records and evidence, and uncover hidden assets or fraud. This program is designed to equip attorneys with practical tools and strategies to strengthen their cases and protect their clients' interests.

Key topics to be discussed:

  • What is a forensic accountant, and how can they support your cases?
  • Essential records and evidence forensic accountants use to uncover fraud
  • Red flags attorneys should watch in financial disputes
  • Practical case studies illustrating forensic accounting in action

Closed-captioning available

Speakers

Krista Shelton, CFE | Focused Forensic Solutions, LLC

Krista Shelton, CFE, is the President and Founder of Focused Forensic Solutions, LLC, where she brings over two decades of expertise in financial crime investigation and forensic accounting. A former Special Agent with the IRS Criminal Investigation Division, Krista has extensive experience in uncovering complex financial crimes, including money laundering, tax fraud, and violations of the Bank Secrecy Act. Her investigative skills span financial analysis, witness interviews, undercover operations, and courtroom testimony, making her a trusted resource for legal teams and law enforcement.

Krista is a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) and a recognized leader in the field, frequently sharing her knowledge as a speaker and panelist at industry conferences. Beyond her professional achievements, Krista is deeply committed to community service, serving on the boards of Lettuce Dream and Second Harvest Community Food Bank, where she advocates for inclusion and fights food insecurity.

Agenda

I. What is a forensic accountant, and how can they support your cases? | 1:00pm – 1:30pm

II. Essential records and evidence forensic accountants use to uncover fraud | 1:30pm – 2:00pm

Break | 2:00pm – 2:10pm

III. Red flags attorneys should watch in financial disputes | 2:10pm – 2:40pm

IV. Practical case studies illustrating forensic accounting in action | 2:40pm – 3:10pm

Credits

Alaska

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2 General

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Alabama

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2 General

Arkansas

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2 General

Arizona

Approved for CLE Credits
2 General

California

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2 General

Colorado

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

Connecticut

Approved for CLE Credits
2 General

District of Columbia

No MCLE Required
2 CLE Hour(s)

Delaware

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

Florida

Approved for CLE Credits
2.5 General

Receive CLE credit in Florida via attorney submission.
Georgia

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2 General

Hawaii

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2.4 General

Iowa

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2 General

Idaho

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2 General

Illinois

Approved for Self-Study Credits
2 General

Indiana

Approved For On-Demand Credits
2 General

Kansas

Pending CLE Approval
2 Substantive

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2 General

Louisiana

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

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2 CLE Hour(s)

Maryland

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2 CLE Hour(s)

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2 General

Michigan

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2 CLE Hour(s)

Minnesota

Approved for Self-Study Credits
2 General

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2.4 General

Mississippi

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2 General

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2 General

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2 General

North Dakota

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2 General

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2 General

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New Hampshire

Approved for CLE Credits
120 General minutes

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2.4 General

Our programs are CLE-eligible through New Jersey’s recognition of multi-jurisdictional reciprocity, except for the courses required under BCLE Reg. 201:2
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2 General

Nevada

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2 General

New York

Approved for CLE Credits
2.4 General

Our programs are CLE-eligible through New York’s Approved Jurisdiction Group “B”.
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2 General

Oklahoma

Pending CLE Approval
2.5 General

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2 General

Pennsylvania

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2 General

Rhode Island

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2 General

South Carolina

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2 General

South Dakota

No MCLE Required
2 CLE Hour(s)

Tennessee

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2 General

Texas

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2 General

Utah

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2 General

Virginia

Not Eligible
2 General Hours

Vermont

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2 General

Washington

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2 Law & Legal Hours

Receive CLE credit in Washington via attorney submission.
Wisconsin

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2 General

West Virginia

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2.4 General

Wyoming

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2 General

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