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Andrew
Tappeto

Associate Managing Director, Digital Investigations & Cyber Risk

Americas | New York office

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Holding several industry-recognized certifications, Andrew Tappeto is a digital forensic professional with expertise in digital forensic software and hardware tools who has been recognized as an expert in federal court.

Andrew has collected data from and conducted forensic examinations on thousands of digital devices.

In the context of civil litigation and criminal prosecution, he has provided incident response, insider threat assessments, and cybersecurity consulting and advisory services to law firms, corporations, financial institutions, governments, and individuals worldwide.

Previously, Andrew was a manager in the forensic technology division of legal consulting firm, where he led a global team of forensic practitioners and eDiscovery professionals. In addition to managing the New York forensic lab and overseeing the activities of its ten forensic practitioners, Andrew focused on adherence to laboratory procedures, contributed to the team’s research and development functions, and spearheaded digital forensic examinations.

Representative matters

  • After executing a digital forensic analysis, Andrew provided expert witness testimony in support of a global company in a breach of contract matter.
  • In support of the government, Andrew collected mobile device data, analyzed it, and provided testimony.
  • To facilitate a large-scale regulatory filing, Andrew provided digital forensic expertise to an investment management company.
  • Andrew presented expert digital forensic opinions to a case regarding workplace harassment and related claims.

Education

  • B.S., Digital Forensics, University at Albany
  • M.S., Digital Forensics, University of Central Florida

Certifications

  • Magnet Certified Forensic Examiner (MCFE)
  • Cellebrite Mobile Forensic Fundamentals (CMFF)
  • Certified Forensic Computer Examiner (CFCE)
  • Chainalysis Cryptocurrency Fundamentals Certification (CCFC)