Meet the Team
Jason Addesso
MANAGING PARTNER & SHAREHOLDER
Jason was a member of the strategy and culture committee at his previous firm. His leadership of one of the largest Forensic, Valuation, and Litigation Support Groups led him to his journey with Veritas Forensic Group. He delivers clear, defensible, and results-oriented analysis, drawing on more than 20 years of specialized experience in matrimonial and commercial litigation support, business valuation, and tax consultation for estate, gift, and income tax purposes. He has also provided compelling expert witness testimony as a court appointed expert in sensitive and complex cases.
Jason’s practice spans a broad range of litigation and valuation matters, with significant experience in matrimonial disputes and complex commercial cases. He provides expertise in equitable distribution, cash flow and lifestyle analysis, diversion of assets, and valuations across industries including construction, manufacturing, distribution, financial services, real estate, healthcare, professional services, and retail. He is frequently engaged by attorneys representing high-net-worth individuals in divorce proceedings, while also advising clients in other high-stakes disputes where rigorous analysis and practical insight are critical to achieving favorable outcomes.
In addition to his litigation and valuation work, Jason is recognized for his ability to navigate complex tax issues that arise from marital dissolution and other dispute contexts. His experience includes valuing privately held businesses such as medical practices, real estate development companies, and service-based enterprises. Jason was a Manager in the Advisory Services division of a large regional accounting firm and also held a role in the tax department of a national accounting firm.
JUDY DOYLE
PARTNER & SHAREHOLDER
Judy Doyle, CPA/ABV, is a forensic accountant and valuation professional with more than 20 years of experience in public accounting. She leads the firm's Matrimonial Litigation Practice and specializes in forensic accounting, business valuation and financial analyses in complex litigation matters.
Judy has been recognized as an expert witness and has testified in the Superior Court of New Jersey in several counties. She has also been appointed by judges in numerous matrimonial matters to serve as a neutral financial expert, assisting the court and counsel in evaluating complex financial issues.
Judy has extensive experience valuing closely held businesses and analyzing complex financial structures, including executive compensation arrangements containing equity-based incentives such as restricted stock units (RSUs), performance share units (PSUs), and stock options. Her work frequently involves investigation and reconstruction of financial records, the analysis of business and personal cash flow, and the presentation of findings through expert reports and testimony.
She is a licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in New Jersey and holds the Accredited in Business Valuation (ABV) credential from the AICPA.
She is an active contributor to the professional community and frequently speaks on family law and valuation topics at programs hosted by organizations including the New Jersey State Bar Association and the Monmouth County Bar Association.
Megan sartor
CPA/ABV/CFF PARTNER & SHAREHOLDER
Judy Doyle, CPA/ABV, is a forensic accountant and valuation professional with more than 20 years of experience in public accounting. She leads the firm's Matrimonial Litigation Practice and specializes in forensic accounting, business valuation and financial analyses in complex litigation matters.
Judy has been recognized as an expert witness and has testified in the Superior Court of New Jersey in several counties. She has also been appointed by judges in numerous matrimonial matters to serve as a neutral financial expert, assisting the court and counsel in evaluating complex financial issues.
Judy has extensive experience valuing closely held businesses and analyzing complex financial structures, including executive compensation arrangements containing equity-based incentives such as restricted stock units (RSUs), performance share units (PSUs), and stock options. Her work frequently involves investigation and reconstruction of financial records, the analysis of business and personal cash flow, and the presentation of findings through expert reports and testimony.
She is a licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in New Jersey and holds the Accredited in Business Valuation (ABV) credential from the AICPA.
She is an active contributor to the professional community and frequently speaks on family law and valuation topics at programs hosted by organizations including the New Jersey State Bar Association and the Monmouth County Bar Association.
Alex M. Clark
CPA, CFE, Director
Alex M. Clark is a valuation and forensic accounting professional with extensive experience assisting clients with complex financial matters, business valuations, litigation support, and dispute resolution. His background includes engagements involving business valuations, forensic accounting investigations, shareholder disputes, business dissolutions, economic damages analyses, lost earnings claims, and cash flow analyses. Alex also has significant experience performing valuations of private company equity interests, debt instruments, and alternative investments for private equity funds and business development companies.
Prior to joining Veritas Forensic Group, Alex served as Senior Vice President in the Portfolio Valuation Group at Valuation Research Corporation and previously held leadership positions within the Advisory Services practice at Marcum LLP. Earlier in his career, he worked in the Forensics and Dispute Advisory Services group at KPMG LLP, where he assisted clients with financial investigations, valuation matters, and litigation-related engagements. Alex earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with dual concentrations in Accounting and Finance from La Salle University and is both a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE). At Veritas, he leverages his valuation, forensic accounting, and financial analysis expertise to help clients and counsel navigate complex financial disputes with clarity and confidence.
Christopher Byrnes
Senior Manager
Christopher brings extensive experience in forensic accounting, financial analysis, and litigation support, assisting attorneys, businesses, and individuals in navigating complex financial matters. His work has included engagements involving economic damages, business valuation, cash flow analysis, reasonable compensation assessments, and other financial issues arising in litigation. With a background that combines finance and accounting, Christopher is known for his ability to analyze complex data and communicate financial findings in a clear and practical manner.
Christopher earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Finance and Economics and an MBA in Accounting from Monmouth University. He is also an active speaker within the accounting and legal communities, having presented on topics including commonly overlooked issues in cash flow analyses and the importance of accurate reasonable compensation determinations. At Veritas, he leverages his analytical expertise and practical experience to help clients and counsel reach informed decisions in complex financial disputes.
James Lorusso
Manager
James brings more than a decade of experience in the accounting industry, with a career spanning corporate accounting, entrepreneurship, and senior financial leadership. He began his career at a Fortune 100 company, where he started as a Staff Accountant and quickly advanced into upper management, gaining hands-on experience in high-volume operations, process improvement, and team leadership.
Building on this foundation, James went on to open and operate his own company, where he assumed responsibility for every aspect of the business. This entrepreneurial experience strengthened his ability to view financial matters holistically, balancing strategic decision-making with day-to-day operational realities. Most recently, James served as a Controller in the construction industry, where he oversaw financial reporting, budgeting, and internal controls in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.
Drawing from his experience across multiple industries, James brings practical insight, adaptability, and a strong analytical mindset to his work with Veritas. He leverages his broad accounting background to support the firm’s services with clear, dependable financial analysis and a results-oriented approach, helping clients navigate complex financial matters with confidence.
Kelly Mandell-Klumpp
CPA Manager
With over 9 years of experience in the field, Kelly brings her expertise in valuation, forensic, and litigation support services within public accounting. Prior to joining Veritas Forensic Group, Kelly worked as a Manager with Sax Advisors LLC and a Senior Analyst with Brisbane Consulting Group, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Lumsden & McCormick, LLP.
Kelly is a Certified Public Accountant by the State of New York.
She has conducted services in connection with business valuation, asset/income/separate property tracing, and maintenance calculations for matrimonial dissolution and divorce mediation clients; preparation of detailed valuation reports for gift and estate planning; due diligence and consulting for mergers and acquisitions; fraud analysis, damage calculations, and other modeling for litigation and non‐litigation projects, including shareholder disputes and trial preparation.
Andrew V.W.
MSA, CFE, MAFF, CAMS-FCI, CFCS, CFCI, CFI Senior Associate
Andrew V.W. specializes in forensic accounting, financial investigations, and litigation support, assisting clients and counsel in matters involving complex financial disputes and regulatory issues. His experience includes matrimonial and commercial litigation support, fraud examinations, anti-money laundering and tax fraud investigations, cryptocurrency and asset tracing, analysis of diverted and dissipated assets, and regulatory compliance matters. He routinely works with small and closely held businesses, clients holding foreign accounts and financial interests, as well as companies operating in the construction, real estate, and financial services industries.
Andrew earned both his Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees in Accounting from Siena University, along with Advanced Graduate Certificates in Data and Analytics and Fraud and Digital Forensics. He is a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Master Analyst in Financial Forensics (MAFF), Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS), Certified Anti-Financial Crime Investigator (CAMS-FCI), Certified Financial Crime Specialist (CFCS), Certified Financial Crimes Investigator (CFCI), and Certified Forensic Interviewer (CFI). At Veritas, he combines accounting expertise, investigative techniques, and data-driven analysis to help clients navigate complex financial matters with clarity and confidence. In addition to his client work, Andrew has presented various topics including proof of income, which covers the indirect methods that the Internal Revenue Service uses, and federal courts accept, to establish unreported income. He has also presented on various topics covering the legal considerations for consultants, including how evidence is obtained and admitted, standards of proof, and federal criminal and civil procedure.
Carolyn Wardle
Senior Associate
Carolyn Wardle specializes in forensic accounting, business valuation, litigation support, and transaction advisory services. She has experience assisting attorneys, businesses, and individuals in matters involving economic damages, business valuations, matrimonial litigation, commercial disputes, asset tracing investigations, and mediation support. Her background also includes financial due diligence, quality of earnings analyses, working capital assessments, and financial modeling for buy-side and sell-side transactions across a variety of industries.
Prior to joining Veritas Forensic Group, Carolyn served as a Senior Associate in Litigation Support and Transaction Advisory at Wiss & Co. and previously worked in Valuation, Forensics, and Litigation Support at Marcum LLP, where she supported complex valuation, forensic, and litigation engagements. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Fairleigh Dickinson University and is pursuing a Master of Accountancy in Forensics from the University of Scranton. Carolyn is currently CPA eligible and pursuing the Certified Valuation Analyst (CVA) credential. At Veritas, she leverages her analytical expertise and forensic accounting experience to help clients and counsel evaluate complex financial issues and reach informed decisions.
Scott o’dwyer
Associate
Scott O'Dwyer brings experience in documentation management, quality control, account administration, and process-oriented operations support. Throughout his career, he has developed a strong foundation in data analysis, record management, customer communication, and workflow coordination, with a focus on accuracy, organization, and efficiency. His background includes experience managing documentation, maintaining detailed records, supporting client and vendor relationships, and ensuring compliance with established procedures and standards.
Prior to joining Veritas Forensic Group, Scott held roles with RB Global, 1SourceVideo, and Interworld Highway LLC, where he gained experience in title processing, account management, quality assurance, and operational support. He earned a Bachelor of Business Administration from Montclair State University and is proficient in Microsoft Office, QuickBooks, CRM platforms, and data management systems. At Veritas, Scott applies his analytical mindset, attention to detail, and administrative expertise to support the firm's professionals in delivering organized, accurate, and responsive service to clients.
Jasmin Marrero
Associate
Jasmin Marrero brings experience in forensic accounting, financial analysis, research, and client support. In her role supporting valuation, forensic, and litigation engagements, she assists with gathering, interpreting, and analyzing financial data, conducting industry and market research, and contributing to client presentations, proposals, and reports. Her strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, and organizational skills enable her to effectively support complex financial engagements and deliver high-quality work product.
Jasmin earned both her Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Master of Science in Accounting from Montclair State University. Prior to her accounting career, she gained valuable leadership and operations experience in supervisory and administrative roles, where she developed strong project management, communication, and customer service skills. At Veritas Forensic Group, Jasmin leverages her analytical mindset and accounting expertise to assist clients and counsel in navigating complex financial matters.
Suzanne o’dwyer
Administrative Assistant
Suzanne O'Dwyer brings nearly 30 years of experience providing administrative, litigation, and executive support within legal and professional service environments. Prior to joining Veritas Forensic Group, she spent ten years with CBIZ (formerly Marcum LLP) as a Paralegal and Executive Assistant, where she supported attorneys, consultants, and firm leadership in managing complex engagements and client matters.
Suzanne's expertise includes document and case management, discovery coordination, financial document organization, client and attorney correspondence, scheduling, billing administration, and support of forensic accounting and business valuation engagements. She holds an associate in Applied Science in Paralegal Studies from Brookdale Community College, earned a Corporate Assistant Certificate from Katharine Gibbs School, and is a commissioned Notary Public. At Veritas, she plays a key role in supporting the firm's professionals and helping ensure engagements are managed efficiently and effectively.
Claudia I. Beguiristain Ortiz
Administrative Assistant
Claudia brings experience in client service, project coordination, operations management, and administrative support across marketing, media, and consulting environments. Throughout her career, she has managed large volumes of documentation, maintained detailed records, coordinated cross-functional initiatives, and supported client-facing engagements requiring organization, accuracy, and attention to detail. Her background includes experience overseeing complex projects, conducting quality control reviews, preparing reports, and maintaining professional communication with clients, vendors, and stakeholders.
Prior to joining Veritas Forensic Group, Claudia served in account management and media planning roles with VDX.tv and SSCG Media Group, where she managed multimillion-dollar client accounts, streamlined operational workflows, and coordinated projects from inception through completion. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Marketing from Bentley University and is fluent in Spanish, with intermediate proficiency in Italian. At Veritas, Claudia leverages her organizational skills, analytical mindset, and client-focused approach to support the firm's professionals and help ensure engagements are administered efficiently and effectively.