Frequently Asked Questions About Digital Forensic Expertise
FAQ
It is the rigorous analysis of devices and digital data to extract, preserve, and present admissible evidence in court. Our role is to translate technical complexity into clear, defensible proof.
We handle a wide range of media: computers (PC, Mac), phones (iOS, Android), servers, Cloud systems, hard drives, and USB drives.
An investigation involves extracting and analyzing data to uncover facts. A forensic expertise goes further: we produce a formal report, admissible in court, and can testify as an expert witness before the tribunal.
An E01 disk image (EnCase Evidence File) is a complete bit-by-bit copy of a digital storage device — hard drive, USB key, memory card, etc. This format is the standard in digital forensics because it preserves the integrity of every byte of data, including deleted files and unallocated space. Each image is accompanied by a cryptographic hash (MD5/SHA-1) that guarantees no modifications have been made since acquisition. This method is recognized by courts as reliable and verifiable evidence.
1. Free initial consultation (15-30 min)
2. Intervention proposal with scope and estimated costs
3. Secure collection of devices or data
4. Rigorous forensic analysis
5. Report delivery and court support if needed
Standard timeline: 20 business days for analysis and report writing, or based on case priority.
Rush fees may apply for mandates requiring expedited processing.
You will be in direct communication with your expert to clarify, expedite, or modify your case at any time. The expert will adapt to your time requirements as needed.
Every case is handled under professional confidentiality. Our experts are members of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec. Data is stored on secure servers in Canada, with restricted access and encryption.
Documents are destroyed at the lawyer’s request, or may be destroyed at the end of the mandate upon request, or after a grace period.
Yes. Our rigorous methodology ensures judicial admissibility of evidence through a complete chain of custody.
It is a detailed record documenting every handling of the data: who accessed it, when, and what actions were performed. It proves that the evidence has never been tampered with.
We perform bit-by-bit copies validated by SHA-256 cryptographic fingerprints. The original evidence is never modified.
Yes, our experts regularly serve as specialized witnesses before civil, criminal, and administrative courts.
• Technical analysis of received digital evidence
• Production of compliant expert reports
• Counter-expertise of opposing reports
• Professional court testimony
• Strategic advisory support
In some cases, yes: screenshots, messaging exports, PDF files, Cloud data with proper authorization. For a complete analysis, access to the original device remains ideal.
Our fees vary depending on complexity. We offer a free initial consultation to assess your situation and provide an accurate estimate.
Criminal law: phone analysis, communication evidence
Civil/commercial law: IT disputes, intellectual property
Family law: activity histories, communications
Insurance: claims validation, fraud detection
This is one of our specialties: deleted file recovery, tampering detection, metadata analysis, and identification of technical inconsistencies.
