Business advisory and expert services firm, Ankura has acquired the Disputes, Forensics and Legal Technology (DFLT) segment and Transaction Advisory Services (TAS) practice of professional services Navigant for a reported $470 million.

The acquisition of the DFLT and TAS services is expected to provide Ankura increased heft in the legal, risk, and compliance consulting market, with expanded forensics expertise, strengthened litigation and disputes capabilities, and a more comprehensive data and technology offering. It will also bring a global construction practice to the firm, adding a new vertical in addition to complementing Ankura’s other services.

Founded in 2014, Ankura offers expertise and experience in multiple disciplines, including forensics, risk, compliance, data and technology, litigation and disputes, turnaround and restructuring, and strategy and operations.

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