From Compliance to Leadership: Evolving the CPA Role, With Emil Abedian

Filed in Podcasts, Previous Episodes on May 27, 2025

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The role of the CPA is changing fast—and Emil Abedian is at the forefront of that shift.

In this conversation, Emil explores how leadership, strategic partnerships, and business advisory are redefining growth, especially for law firms.

With 82% of firms now expanding into consulting and advisory services (according to the 2023 CPA Evolution survey), Emil shares real-world insights on how to lead through this transformation and build stronger, faster-growing businesses.

Tune in to hear Emil’s thoughts on:

  • How has the role of CPAs changed in recent years, especially with the shift toward advisory and consulting services?
  • What role do CPAs play in shaping business strategy and long-term growth?
  • Can you share any examples of businesses that have successfully leveraged CPA-led strategic partnerships for growth?
  • What metrics should businesses focus on when working with a CPA for growth and financial planning?
  • And much, much more!

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Emil Abedian is the Founder and CEO of Counsel CPAs, a specialized accounting firm dedicated to optimizing the financial performance of solo and small law firms nationwide. With over 20 years of experience, Emil recognized a critical need for tailored financial strategies within the legal sector. He established Counsel CPAs to move beyond traditional compliance, focusing on proactive advisory that drives profitability and sustainable growth. Counsel CPAs provides comprehensive financial services, including advanced tax planning, strategic financial analysis, and operational consulting. Emil's approach centers on building strong CPA-client partnerships, empowering law firm owners to make informed financial decisions and scale their businesses efficiently. He emphasizes the integration of financial data with operational insights to enhance business performance. His expertise extends to serving as a board member and CFO for the Swedish American Chamber of Commerce of Greater Los Angeles and the Mentor Foundation (USA), where he applies his financial and strategic acumen to support organizational growth. Emil is also the author of the forthcoming book, "Counsel to Counsel," offering practical financial strategies for law firm entrepreneurs.
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