Jay Mota, Divorce Financial Forensic Expert & Founder of Divorce Logic

Certified Divorce Financial Analyst & Financial Forensics Specialist

Jay Mota, MAFF, CVA, CDFA, CFP®, CQS, ChFC, and WMCP, is a nationally recognized divorce financial professional with more than 27 years of experience in the financial industry. As a divorce financial forensic expert, Jay reviews and analyzes the financial circumstances of individuals who are considering, navigating, or finalizing a divorce. He provides insight, analysis, projections, and strategic guidance to clients and attorneys to support informed decision-making and potential settlement. 

Based in New Jersey, Jay works with clients nationwide through secure virtual consultations and in-person meetings where appropriate, helping them navigate complex financial situations during divorce with confidence and clarity.

Divorce Financial Analysis, Strategy & Expert Testimony

As a divorce financial forensic expert, Jay reviews and analyzes the financial circumstances of individuals who are considering, navigating, or finalizing a divorce. His work focuses on helping clients and professionals clearly understand complex financial situations so that informed decisions can be made.

Jay provides:

• Financial analysis and projections
• Lifestyle and cash flow analysis
• Income determination
• Asset and property tracing
• Tax and equitable distribution analysis
• Strategic settlement support

When settlement is not possible, Jay is qualified to testify in court, where his role is to simplify complex financial matters through forensic analysis of lifestyle, income, taxes, assets, property tracing, and equitable distribution so the court can clearly understand the financial issues involved.

Professional Experience & Background

Jay was born and raised in the Bronx, New York. He is a veteran of both the U.S. Marine Corps and the Army National Guard and brings a disciplined, analytical approach to every case he works on.

His educational background includes studies at:

• New York University (NYU)
• Fordham University
• The American College of Financial Services

His academic focus in business management and strategic communication equips him to clearly explain complex financial issues to clients, attorneys, and courts.

Professional Certifications & Credentials

Jay holds multiple advanced certifications demonstrating his expertise in divorce financial planning and forensic analysis:

• Master Analyst in Financial Forensics (MAFF)
• Certified Valuation Analyst (CVA)
• Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA)
• Certified QDRO Specialist (CQS)
• Certified Financial Planner (CFP®)
• Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC)
• Wealth Management Certified Professional (WMCP)
• Trained Family Mediator
• Collaborative Law Professional

These credentials enable Jay to navigate high-conflict and high-asset divorce cases with precision and authority.

Teaching, Publications & Media Appearances

Jay has been published in numerous professional and consumer publications and has appeared on various media programs discussing the financial implications of divorce.

He also teaches at The American College of Financial Services, where he develops course content and instructs financial professionals on divorce financial analysis and planning. His work helps educate the next generation of professionals working in divorce, mediation, and collaborative practice.

Community Involvement, Leadership & Collaborative Divorce Advocacy

Jay was recently nominated and accepted to serve on the Board of the New York Association of Collaborative Professionals (NYACP). Through his work with the board, Jay’s initiative focuses on raising public awareness of the organization and promoting understanding of the Collaborative Divorce Process as a constructive, client-centered alternative to litigation.

He is also an active member of professional associations, including:

• NY State Council on Divorce Mediation
• American Association of Certified QDRO Professionals
• National Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts
• National Association of Divorce Professionals
• International Academy of Collaborative Professionals
• Institute for Divorce Financial Analysts

In addition to his board and association involvement, Jay founded The Building Blocks Foundation in 2017, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting homeless students attending New York City public schools.

Outside of work, Jay enjoys boating with his family, golfing, and leading initiatives that create lasting impact in the community.