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Mercedes de la O

J.S. Held Acquires Shechter & Everett to Expand Forensic Accounting Capabilities for Family Law Disputes in Florida

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Mercedes de la O joined J.S. Held in June of 2026 as part of J.S. Held's acquisition of Shechter & Everett, LLP. She is a forensic accountant with over 20 years of experience specializing in high-net-worth divorce and family law matters. 

Key Expertise

  • High-Net-Worth Divorce Financial Analysis
  • Asset Tracing & Identification of Hidden Assets
  • Lifestyle & Cash Flow Analysis
  • Equitable Distribution Analysis
  • Alimony & Child Support Calculations
  • Business Valuation Support
  • Separate vs. Marital Property Determination
  • Expert Witness Testimony
  • Litigation Support, Mediation & Settlement Strategy