What is Attest?

Attest is a statement made by a certified public accountant that the financial statements of a client fairly represent the client’s financial results and financial position. The attest function of a CPA is highly valued by the investment community, which relies upon it to make investment decisions.

The attest concept also applies to signing a contract or application. When you sign the document, you are attesting to the truth of the information included in the contract or application. This could represent a legal liability, if any of the information in the document turns out to be incorrect.