“I believe every business deserves to be paid for the products and services it provides. My role is to help clients recover what they’ve earned—efficiently, strategically, and professionally.”

Mercedes is an experienced attorney focused on commercial receivables, debt recovery, collections, and criminal defense. She represents businesses seeking to recover outstanding accounts and advises clients on practical strategies for resolving payment disputes and enforcing contractual obligations.

In addition to her collections practice, she provides criminal defense representation to individuals facing criminal allegations. She handles cases with a focused, strategic approach, protecting clients’ rights and advocating for the best possible outcome at every stage of the legal process.

Whether pursuing recovery for a business or defending an individual against criminal charges, Mercedes combines thorough preparation, strong advocacy, and practical problem-solving tailored to each client’s circumstances.

She practices in the following areas:

• Commercial Collections
• Community Association Law
• Community Association Collections
• Criminal Defense

Outside of the office, Ms. Gustafson enjoys spending time with her family, including a son, a daughter, two Maine Coon cats, a dog or two, and urban “farming” with her flock of backyard chickens.