What we do
Explore our range of services designed to help bring structure and clarity to complex digital situations, so informed decisions can be made with confidence.
Echo Digital Forensics provides specialist digital forensics and investigation services across a wide range of complex and sensitive matters, often involving significant legal, operational and personal considerations. We work closely with organisations and legal teams to identify, collect, analyse and present electronic evidence, combining rigorous forensic methodology with clear, practical explanation.
Our work spans data misuse, criminal litigation and proceedings, theft of intellectual property, leaks, workplace and fraud investigations, expert and court-appointed matters, and e-Discovery; all delivered with independence, care, and a strong focus on clarity, trust and practical understanding.
Our role is to bring structure and clarity to complex digital situations, so informed decisions can be made with confidence.
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Theft of confidential information is one of the most common matters we investigate.
These matters often arise when employees leave an organisation to work for a competitor, but may also involve disgruntled employees, personal grievances, industrial action, media leaks, misuse of information by contractors or disclosure for criminal gain.
Disclosure most commonly occurs via personal email accounts, removable USB devices, backup drives and cloud services, though traditional methods such as printing, scanning and photocopying are also considered.
A forensic approach is essential to ensure all evidence sources are properly identified, metadata integrity is preserved, and attempts to conceal activity are addressed.
Our work frequently supports disciplinary action, legal proceedings and remedies to prevent further disclosure. -
Most organisations will, at times, need to investigate the actions of employees or contractors.
This may include matters involving policy breaches, negligence of duty, misuse of computer systems, misconduct, bullying, harassment, safety breaches or other behavioural issues.
While such incidents are common, many organisations underestimate how clearly actions can be reconstructed using digital artefacts from multiple data sources.
Our forensic approach ensures evidence is properly secured, thoroughly analysed and presented in clear terms that accurately reflect the level of proof available.
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We have extensive experience investigating fraud and financial crime, including misappropriation of funds, manipulation of accounts, contractor and payroll fraud, bribery, corruption and identity theft.
Examples of digital evidence uncovered in fraud matters include:
forged or altered documents such as contracts, invoices, timesheets, receipts, expenses, approvals and wills
manipulation of electronic records, including emails, payroll data, bank details and transaction histories
use of electronic messaging to coordinate or conceal activity
online research and account access related to fraudulent transactions
manipulation of hard-copy documents using printers, scanners or photocopiers
Our forensic approach can provide clear, defensible evidence of fraudulent activity, supporting confident recovery and remediation.
Please note that Echo Digital Forensics does not provide forensic accounting services.
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We are frequently engaged to provide expert analysis and evidence in legal proceedings, acting for both prosecution and defence.
Our work may include:
case assessment and review of existing expert material
advice on further technical investigation
forensic evidence collection using specialist tools and methods
reconstruction of user and system activity relevant to legal issues
preparation of expert reports and testimony in accordance with relevant expert witness codes
briefing lawyers and counsel in preparation for proceedings
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The Echo Digital Forensics team has extensive experience assisting with the execution of search warrants and search orders (including Anton Piller orders) and with compliance with court orders.
We also act as Independent Computer Experts, supporting courts and legal teams with the identification, preservation, and analysis of electronic evidence in high-risk, time-critical matters.
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We provide e-Discovery and litigation support services grounded in forensic methodology and practical efficiency.
Our services include simple and complex data collection, processing, filtering and analysis using leading forensic and e-Discovery platforms.
Where appropriate, we can work directly with your existing e-Discovery provider.
Our approach
Identify
We work with you to determine which systems, devices and data sources are relevant to the matter.
Preserve
Evidence is carefully collected and secured from the outset to maintain integrity and defensibility.
Analyse
We examine digital artefacts in detail to understand activity, timelines and patterns.
Reconstruct
Findings are brought together to clearly explain what happened and how events unfolded.
Explain
Results are presented in plain, practical language to support confident decision-making.
Frequently Asked Questions
Still have questions? Take a look at the FAQ or reach out anytime.
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As early as possible. Early engagement helps preserve evidence, reduce risk and ensure findings are suitable for any legal, regulatory or disciplinary process that may follow.
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Yes. We regularly work alongside external and in-house legal teams and tailor our approach to align with legal strategy and procedural requirements, while maintaining independence in our technical opinions.
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Yes. Our work is conducted using recognised forensic methodologies and prepared in accordance with Australian court standards and applicable expert witness codes of conduct.
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You will work directly with senior practitioners throughout the engagement, ensuring continuity, accountability and clear communication at every stage.
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All enquiries and engagements are handled discreetly. We understand the sensitivity of the matters we work on and treat confidentiality as fundamental to our role.
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Yes. We have experience supporting time-critical matters, including search warrants, search orders (such as Anton Piller orders), court orders and Independent Computer Expert appointments.
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Yes. Every matter is different. We tailor our forensic approach to the specific circumstances, risks and objectives of each engagement.
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No. We specialise in digital forensic evidence. Where forensic accounting expertise is required, we work alongside appropriately qualified professionals.
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We work with organisations across the public and private sectors, as well as law firms, regulators, insurers, and individuals on a wide range of complex and sensitive matters.
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You can contact us to discuss your matter and determine whether our services are suitable. There is no obligation, and all initial discussions are confidential.