Commitments to Integrity
Purpose
I am committed to delivering clear, reliable, and persuasive economic, financial, accounting, and tax analysis. My testimony and consultation are grounded in rigorous methods, sound judgment, and creativity in problem solving. Every engagement is approached with the goal of helping the court and counsel reach fair and informed decisions.
Quality
Our work is held to the highest professional standards. Fees are charged only when services meet those standards. If you are not fully satisfied with the quality of our work—independent of the outcome of your case—you will not be obligated to pay professional fees (reasonable out-of-pocket expenses remain reimbursable). Should you have any concern, we ask that you notify us within 30 days of receiving an invoice so we may promptly address it. We view accountability as an essential part of excellence.
Honor
Our practice is guided by the principle of treating others as we ourselves would wish to be treated. This simple yet profound ethic shapes our relationships with clients, colleagues, and the broader community. We seek to act with integrity, fairness, and respect in every circumstance, and to build long-term professional relationships founded on mutual trust.
Success
True success rests not merely on favorable outcomes, but on faithfulness to integrity. Our credibility in the courtroom, our reputation with clients, and our effectiveness as consultants all flow from an unwavering commitment to honesty, transparency, and professionalism.
Clients
Each client engagement is treated with the highest priority, as though our entire practice depended on that single matter. We aim to provide personal attention, clear communication, and services that inspire confidence.
Colleagues & Partners
We extend respect and fairness to vendors, consultants, and professional partners who support our work. Collaboration and mutual trust strengthen the quality of the services we provide.
Team
Every member of our team—whether employee, associate, or consultant—is valued as a vital contributor to our shared mission. We believe a professional culture built on respect, growth, and encouragement produces better work for our clients and greater satisfaction for those who serve them.
Self
We recognize that our work is inseparable from the lives we lead. We strive to balance professional dedication with personal responsibility, cultivating integrity, humility, and gratitude in both arenas.

Expert Witness, Researcher and Financial Consultant: Ph.D. Economics and CPA.
John R. McGowan, Ph.D., CPA
Dr. McGowan and his team provide high quality strategies to educate a jury in economic, accounting, tax, and financial valuation and analysis for fair awards.
314.221.5072
john@johnmcgowan.expert
