With over 14 years as a Certified Public Accountant and a background as a Special Agent with IRS Criminal Investigation, Melissa brings a rare combination of financial expertise and investigative skill to every case. As founder of Lilac Investigations and a licensed Private Detective in Illinois, Melissa specializes in uncovering the truth hidden within complex financial and personal matters.

During her time with IRS Criminal Investigation, Melissa investigated various types of financial fraud, money laundering, tax evasion, and fugitive tracking. This work built an expertise that extends into cryptocurrency and other emerging financial frontiers. That same federal training shapes every case at Lilac Investigations, where each investigation is approached with precision, discretion, and relentless attention to details.

Melissa’s accounting and finance expertise spans a wide range of industries, including real estate, finance, manufacturing, restaurants, and entertainment. As the former owner of a CPA firm, Melissa provided fractional CFO services to startups. Today, Melissa continues to deliver forensic support to law firms, bringing a deep understanding of complicated business structures and tax matters to every engagement.