About Us

Who we are

Your Partner in Financial Forensics

Founded in 2025, MDL Financial Forensics, LLC was established with a clear purpose: to help clients understand and navigate complex financial matters during times of litigation, distress, and uncertainty.

The firm is led by Matthew D. Line, Managing Member, who brings over 25 years of specialized experience in forensic accounting and litigation matters. Prior to founding the firm, Matthew served as a Special Agent with the Internal Revenue Service – Criminal Investigation Division for 25 years, where he led and supported investigations involving tax fraud, financial crimes, money laundering, and complex fraud schemes across a wide range of industries and financial structures.

His experience spans both civil and criminal matters, including cases litigated in federal courts throughout the United States and its territories. Matthew provides expert analysis, investigative support, and testimony in high-stakes litigation where clarity and credibility are critical.

Matthew’s Expertise Includes

Criminal and civil tax matters
Money laundering and illicit financing schemes
Complex financial frauds
Embezzlement and benefit frauds
Asset forfeiture matters
Offshore account and identifying hidden assets

At the core of his work is a genuine passion for helping others and a commitment to education—empowering clients with knowledge and guiding them through difficult financial and legal challenges with integrity and clarity.

Outside of his professional life, Matthew is the proud father of three grown children, and values the importance of family, balance, and lifelong learning.

At MDL Financial Forensics, LLC, we are more than financial experts — we are trusted partners dedicated to uncovering the truth, protecting our clients’ interests, and helping them move forward with confidence.

Credentials

What sets Matthew apart is not only his investigative and analytical acumen but also his natural ability to connect with people and communicate complex financial matters in a clear, relatable way. Whether he’s working with attorneys, judges, juries, or clients, he brings a calm, compassionate presence and a strong belief in making financial information accessible and understandable.
At the core of his work is a genuine passion for helping others and a commitment to education—empowering clients with knowledge and guiding them through difficult financial and legal challenges with integrity and clarity.
Outside of his professional life, Matthew is the proud father of three grown children, and values the importance of family, balance, and lifelong learning.
At MDL Financial Forensics, LLC, we are more than financial experts — we are trusted partners dedicated to uncovering the truth, protecting our clients’ interests, and helping them move forward with confidence.

Master Analyst in Financial Forensics® (MAFF®)

Designed to create credibility and establish identity, this information sheet describes what a MAFF is and what it takes to become certified. The MAFF designation indicates to the business, professional, and legal communities that credential holders have met rigorous standards of professionalism, expertise, objectivity, and integrity in the field of financial litigation support, which includes:

Commercial damages
Lost profits
Matrimonial litigation
Bankruptcy & restructuring
Intellectual property damages
Personal injury & wrongful death
Forensic accounting
Fraud investigations
Fraud risk management

Why Choose Us

MDL Financial Forensics

At MDL Financial Forensics, LLC, we understand that when financial disputes or investigations arise, you need more than numbers—you need clarity, credibility, and confidence. Led by Matthew D. Line, with over 25 years of experience in forensic accounting and financial investigations, we provide expertise that attorneys, businesses, and individuals can rely on.

Experience

With decades of investigative and forensic accounting expertise, we bring proven knowledge to every case.

Litigation Support

We provide clear, credible analysis and testimony that withstands scrutiny in courtrooms across the United States.

Communication

We make complex financial data understandable for attorneys, judges, juries, and clients alike.

Expertise

From tax fraud and embezzlement to money laundering and hidden asset tracing, we uncover the truth behind complex financial matters.