Digital Forensics
A computer forensic investigation involves far more than simply examining digital assets. It is the skilled application of advanced investigative techniques and analytical tools to uncover evidence that is often overlooked by others. Digital devices, such as computers, servers, smartphones, and other storage-enabled electronics, are examined when there is a known incident or even just a suspicion. Common triggers include intellectual property theft, trade secret misappropriation, or employee misconduct.
Sometimes, it’s a departing employee quietly taking sensitive data to launch a competing business. Other times, it’s a more coordinated act of corporate espionage, where a competitor lures a trusted insider, or deploys a skilled cyber team, to steal confidential information.
Contrary to popular belief, there is rarely a “smoking gun.” More often, cases are built from subtle traces, small, seemingly unrelated pieces of digital evidence. Swailes Computer Forensics specializes in identifying, recovering, and connecting these fragments to reconstruct actions, timelines, and intent. Even when data has been deleted or deliberately concealed, our forensic investigators uncover the truth.
A forensic report without investigative context is simply a list of recovered files. What matters is connecting that data to the facts of your case. That’s where experience makes the difference. Our team combines technical forensic proficiency with real-world investigative expertise to provide a clear, defensible foundation for legal, corporate, or internal actions.
Forensic proficiency + investigative expertise = successful outcomes.
Our Services Include:
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Forensic Imaging
Creation of forensic copies (images) of digital media using write-blocking hardware and industry-standard procedures to ensure data integrity. -
Deleted File Recovery
Recovery and analysis of deleted documents, emails, photos, and other data from computers, servers, and removable devices. -
User Activity Analysis
Timeline reconstruction of user behavior including file access, file transfers, logins, printing, browsing, and external device usage. -
Email Analysis
Recovery and examination of emails, including deleted messages, attachments, and metadata, for content, intent, and timeline analysis. -
Internet History Reconstruction
Detailed reconstruction of web activity, including browsing history, downloads, searches, and visited websites, even when data has been deleted. -
Metadata Examination
Extraction and analysis of metadata from documents and files to determine authorship, edits, access history, and data movement. -
External Device Tracking
Identification of USB drives, external hard drives, and other removable media connected to a system, including when and how they were used. -
Insider Threat Investigations
Comprehensive investigation of current or former employees suspected of data theft, sabotage, unauthorized access, or corporate espionage.
The Swailes Difference
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Extensive Civil & Criminal Case Experience
Our team has worked on a wide range of high-stakes civil litigation and criminal investigations, giving us the insight to handle complex digital evidence across legal contexts. - Seasoned Expert Witnesses
We have provided expert witness testimony in State and Federal courts, delivering clear, credible explanations of forensic findings that withstand cross-examination. -
State-Licensed Investigators
As a licensed investigations firm, we bring both legal compliance and investigative rigor to every case we handle. - InfraGard Member
Active member of the FBI’s InfraGard program, focused on information sharing and the protection of critical infrastructure. -
Certified Forensic Examiners
Examinations are performed by certified professionals who follow court-accepted methodologies and industry standards for digital forensics. -
Live Testimony Experience
Our experts are confident and effective in the courtroom, with a long history of live testimony in depositions, hearings, and trials. -
Proven Evidence Preservation Methods
We ensure digital evidence is collected, preserved, and documented in a manner that is defensible and admissible in court. -
Trusted Across Industries
From law firms and healthcare providers to energy companies and technology startups, organizations rely on us for thorough, discreet, and actionable results.
Why Swailes?
A successful computer forensic investigation doesn’t just recover files, it uncovers truth, intent, and accountability. At Swailes Computer Forensics, we don’t stop at the surface. We dive into the details, connect the dots, and deliver findings that are not only technically sound but also legally and logically relevant.
With over 30 years of experience, our team brings deep investigative insight and courtroom-proven expertise. Whether you’re responding to a data breach, intellectual property dispute, or internal misconduct, we provide the clarity and evidence you need to take action with confidence.
Need a Computer Forensic Expert?
Call 713.361.5222