Responsibility of auditors and chartered accountants, an expert opinion by Augustin Robert
We are pleased to highlight the book “Responsibility of Auditors and Accountants”, published by Dalloz and written by Augustin Robert, a solicitor at Gramond.
The author provides a comprehensive overview of all civil, criminal, disciplinary and administrative liabilities incurred by accounting professionals.
In light of the applicable legislation and case law, he sets out:
- The constituent elements of the responsibilities of accounting professionals,
- The procedural regime for the various liability actions that may be brought against them,
- The means of defence available to professionals.
Auditors and accountants will thus be better able to manage the legal risks inherent in their profession, as evidenced by the large number of disputes fuelled by the expansion of their scope of activity.
This book reflects Gramond’s commitment to in-depth analysis of professional practices. It also illustrates our lawyers’ expertise in supporting regulated professions and players exposed to compliance and liability issues.
Augustin Robert, a member of the Paris Bar, works at Gramond in the areas of business litigation and the professional liability of chartered accountants and auditors.