DLA Welcomes Frank Lazzara as a Partner of its Forensic Accounting, Valuation and Litigation Support Group

July 01, 2024 at 13:01 PM EDT

DLA is excited to announce the appointment of Frank Lazzara as Partner in its Forensic Accounting, Valuation and Litigation Support practice. Frank’s appointment furthers DLA’s strategic direction to expand their dispute and litigation support capabilities.

Lazzara brings over 30 years of diverse professional experience in forensic accounting, financial reporting, financial operations consulting, private industry, public accounting, and internal audit to the firm. Throughout his distinguished career, including key roles as a Managing Director with FTI, a telecommunications CFO, and an auditor with PwC and Goldman Sachs, he has spearheaded high-stakes financial investigations, successfully navigated complex M&A transaction disputes, and delivered compelling expert witness testimony in Federal, Bankruptcy, and State court matters.

"I am honored to join the team at DLA and eager to contribute to our shared mission of setting the gold standard in forensic accounting, valuation, and litigation support," said Lazzara. “DLA's commitment to blending deep industry knowledge with a personal touch aligns perfectly with my own approach to client service. I look forward to leveraging our combined expertise to navigate complex financial landscapes and uphold our esteemed reputation in the industry and among our clients.”

“I am excited to have Frank as part of our Team. His extensive experience with complex commercial litigation, purchase price disputes, and expert guidance further expands our forensic capabilities in dispute and litigation support,” says Keith Snyder, DLA’s Chief Operating Officer.

Frank earned his BBA in Accounting from Pace University and holds professional affiliations with several prestigious organizations, including the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners, and the New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants. He is active on the speaking circuit, where he presents on critical topics such as accounting and financial reporting fundamentals for attorneys, third-party risk assessment, M&A post-closing dispute resolution, and ad hoc arbitration.

DLA LLC's Forensic Accounting, Valuation, and Litigation Support division offers expert services in complex financial and valuation disputes, financial fraud investigations, and commercial litigation.

About DLA, LLC

DLA is a specialized consultancy firm that provides customized services and solutions to optimize businesses’ financial and operational processes and drive growth and innovation. Offering expertise that spans accounting advisory, internal audit and risk advisory, IT advisory, as well as forensic accounting, valuation, and litigation support, our team of accounting, finance, and technology professionals provides creative strategies that address clients’ most critical priorities and challenges. When clients work with DLA, they get more than advanced industry expertise and tailored solutions; they get a trusted partner with Big 4 experience and an ongoing commitment to excellence who treats clients’ businesses like our own business to deliver added value for their operations.