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Forensic Discovery is a distinguished national provider of digital forensics and eDiscovery services, catering to the unique needs of law firms, corporations, government entities, and investigative teams across the United States. With a reputation built on integrity, precision, and innovation, the company specializes in uncovering, analyzing, and interpreting digital evidence that plays a critical role in modern legal and investigative matters. Whether dealing with complex litigation, internal business disputes, cybersecurity incidents, or regulatory compliance challenges, Forensic Discovery ensures that each client receives clear, actionable insights grounded in sound forensic methodology.

What truly sets Forensic Discovery apart is its ability to merge deep technical expertise with a strong litigation-oriented mindset. The team is composed of seasoned forensic examiners, data analysts, and legal technology professionals who understand not only how to collect and preserve data but also how to transform that data into narratives that withstand legal scrutiny. From recovering deleted files, tracing digital footprints, and analyzing email exchanges to managing large-scale document reviews and producing evidence for disclosure, every step is executed with accuracy, transparency, and adherence to best practices and legal standards.


Our Mission

Deliver practical, defensible, and transparent forensic and discovery services that reduce risk, control costs, and move cases forward with confidence.


What We Do


Why Clients Choose Us

Feature Benefit
Certified forensic experts Court-tested experience, proven methodologies, and reporting that withstands scrutiny.
Transparent, predictable pricing No surprise costs; scopes tailored to the matter and budget.
End-to-end workflows From preservation to production and testimony—fewer handoffs, faster turnaround.
Litigation-focused Clear, plain-language findings aligned to legal strategy.

Our Footprint

We serve clients nationwide with strong focus areas across Colorado, Texas, and Arizona, and we routinely perform secure remote collections for matters in other jurisdictions. On-site support is available where needed; remote options keep costs and timelines efficient.


Leadership & Client Team

The team below represents key leaders and client-facing experts (not a complete list of our professionals).

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Trent Walton CCE, CCCE, CECFE, ACE

Digital Forensic Examiner

Digital Forensics and eDiscovery expert with 20+ years of experience supporting Am Law 100 firms, Fortune 500 companies, and government matters. Background includes founding multiple legal-tech products and leading complex investigations across computers, mobile devices, cloud platforms, and usage data. Experienced testifying expert in federal and state venues.

Strengths: Computer & mobile forensics, cloud/Office 365, remote collections, internal investigations, ESI protocols

Select credentials: CCE, CCCE, CECFE, ACE; Colorado Licensed Private Investigator

Speaking: 300+ CLE presentations for attorneys and insurance professionals

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Shari Bjorkquist Rich Senior Director of eDiscovery Services

Shari is a highly experienced eDiscovery and litigation support leader with over 25 years in the legal technology field. She has held senior roles at law firms and legal services providers, where she has advised attorneys and clients on best practices for electronic discovery, document review, hosting, and production across all phases of litigation.

Strengths: End-to-end eDiscovery management from forensic collection through production, deep expertise in multi-scale hosted review environments

Select credentials: Reveal and Logikcull certified

Leadership: Recognized industry leader through professional association leadership and education

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Wes Johnson VP of Digital Forensic Services

25+ years in IT and forensics spanning computer/mobile forensics, eDiscovery, and security. Experienced Expert Witness and CLE presenter. Extensive work on trade secrets, employee departure investigations, fraud, and SEC/DOJ-related matters.

Strengths: Remote collections, device analysis, security and compliance, social media and cloud forensics

Select credentials: BlackLight Certified Examiner, Cellebrite CCO/CCPA, X-Ways Certified Examiner, PI (CO/MI)

Background: Prior leadership roles at national forensics/eDiscovery providers

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Amy Erdner Senior Digital Forensic Examiner

Digital forensics practitioner focused on computer/mobile examinations, cloud collections, and social media investigations. Experienced with forensic imaging, metadata/usage analysis, and targeted extractions; accepted as an expert in arbitration and hearings.

Strengths: Computer & mobile analysis, iCloud data, ESI protocols, triage and early case assessment

Select credentials: CCCE, Magnet Certified Forensics Examiner (MCFE), Oxygen Forensics Certification

Community: STEM program volunteer and analyst training lead

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Jesse MacDonald Client Success Manager

Jesse builds strong client relationships and ensures matters move efficiently from intake to completion. He began in the industry with document copying and scanning, then advanced through production, sales, and forensic collections before spending 12 years as a Project Manager. Today, he draws on that end-to-end perspective to coordinate resources, streamline workflows, and keep communication clear.

Focus: Client onboarding, scope alignment, timeline and budget coordination, proactive communication

Outside the office: Family time, golf, and cheering on the Chargers


How We Work


Let’s Talk

Whether you need an urgent preservation, targeted mobile analysis, or full eDiscovery support, we’re ready to help. Contact us to discuss your matter.