Portland, Oregon based CPA firm providing forensic accounting, business valuation, tax, and bookkeeping services to individuals, attorneys, and closely held businesses throughout Oregon, Washington, and California.
After earning his Master of Professional Accountancy from UC Irvine in 2019, AJ Virk began his career working with high-net-worth individuals in the greater Los Angeles and Silicon Valley areas in tax. His exposure to gift, estate, and trust matters led him into business valuation and helped shape his decision to pursue a career in forensic accounting and valuation.
AJ earned an early opportunity at a leading Silicon Valley forensic accounting group, where he helped resolve complex financial issues in divorce through forensic accounting and business valuation. He later brought this experience to an Oregon based firm, expanding his expertise to include financial fraud investigations and similar family law forensic accounting or valuation matters. This dual‑state experience gave AJ a strong understanding of the complex financial issues that arise under California’s community property system and Oregon’s equitable distribution laws, and ultimately inspired AJ to establish an independent practice serving clients across the greater West Coast.
In May 2026 AJ founded West Coast Forensic Accounting & Valuation, P.C. (WCFAV). AJ specializes in forensic accounting and valuation, and also provides tax and bookkeeping services to a select group of clients. AJ enjoys continually building his expertise in valuation, forensic accounting, and data analytics, while staying current on evolving tax laws and technologies that influence each case he works on. At the end of the day, AJ is driven by his appreciation for the work and his belief that it helps people find clarity, closure, and peace.
Comprehensive financial analysis for marital dissolution matters:
Conclusion of value and calculation of value reports for closely‑held business interests:
Investigative financial analysis when the numbers don’t add up and someone needs to prove it:
Trial‑ready financial analysis that translates complex findings into clear, persuasive insights for attorneys and decision‑makers:
CPA‑level tax and bookkeeping services for a limited group of closely‑held businesses and individuals:
Experience analyzing family law and financial fraud matters throughout the West Coast, combined with CPA, CVA, and CFE credentials, provides a genuinely rare perspective that enhances financial analysis and strengthens the clear articulation and defense of conclusions.
WCFAV is registered with the California Board of Accountancy as an Out‑of‑State Accounting Firm (OFR 1218). As a community property state, California generally treats assets acquired during marriage as jointly owned and subject to equal division. AJ brings deep expertise in applying the complex financial principles that govern California family law matters, including:
WCFAV is an Oregon‑based CPA firm registered with the Oregon Board of Accountancy. Oregon follows an equitable distribution system that emphasizes fairness rather than an automatic equal split. AJ applies Oregon-specific frameworks consistent with Oregon case law and court expectations:
Certified Public Accountant, Certified Valuation Analyst, and Certified Fraud Examiner in a single practitioner. The combination covers valuation methodology, fraud detection, and accounting standards simultaneously.
WCFAV operates as a remote‑first CPA firm; however, AJ Virk is available for in‑person attendance for expert witness testimony throughout the West Coast at no additional cost with regard to airfare and lodging expenses.
AJ Virk is a court-qualified forensic accounting expert tested under cross-examination.
Retained by Michael Shaefer and qualified by the Court as a forensic accounting expert in Case No. 19DR17335.
Santa Clara County Bar Association · September 2026.
One senior practitioner on every matter, billed at a single hourly rate.
Complimentary initial consultation for individuals with family law matters when a privately retained attorney or mediator participates in the initial meeting to assess scope and fit.
Happily. WCFAV is based in the Portland, OR area and AJ Virk still values the traditional way of doing business, and a face‑to‑face conversation over a cup of coffee will always be on us should you decide you want to explore our services. AJ also frequents the greater Bay Area and Seattle, which is part of why West Coast Forensic Accounting & Valuation serves clients across all three regions.
Reach out and let’s find a time to meet in person — or, once we confirm the next availability, connect over Zoom if that’s easier.
No. WCFAV generally believes it’s best to work alongside an attorney, but that isn’t a requirement — the firm can also take on engagements without attorney representation. These engagements are considered on a case‑by‑case basis, so please get in touch to see if it’s a good fit.
No. While forensic accounting and valuation remain WCFAV’s core focus and specialty, the firm also provides tax and bookkeeping services for closely‑held businesses and individuals, delivered together for a fixed monthly fee starting at $500.
Yes. Divorce often changes filing status, dependency claims, the tax implications of asset transfers, and the reporting of community property income in certain states such as Washington and California. WCFAV helps clients and their family law attorneys keep tax filings accurate and compliant throughout the process — alongside any forensic accounting or valuation work already underway in the case.
Yes, on a limited basis. WCFAV intentionally caps its roster, giving a select group of business owners — solo practitioners in particular — a single, responsive CPA for bookkeeping, tax compliance, tax planning, and payroll, all under one roof. The result: solid books, confident compliance, a clear plan for what’s ahead, and more time for business and life. Please reach out by email to confirm current availability.
It’s built for solo business owners running an LLC, PC, PLLC, or S‑Corp with fewer than 80 transactions a month. We help you make (and maximize) the S‑Corp election, then handle the books, tax returns, payroll, and tax planning that come with it — plus QuickBooks setup and add‑ons like a 401(k) that lower both your wages and your S‑Corp’s taxable income. Tax season is already covered: our monthly fee includes filing your yearly tax return.
We especially enjoy working with newly formed solo businesses. We know firsthand how hard it is to get a business off the ground, and we’re here to handle the financial details so you can focus on building something great.
The earlier you reach out, ideally right as you’re forming the business, the better the results. We’ll help you time elections like the S‑Corp switch and build a plan around them from day one, treating your business like it’s our own.