Forensic Document Examination for Legal Professionals: A Science-Based Approach

Forensic document examination, performed correctly, is a reliable discipline that can demonstrate the innocence of your client or the guilt of your opponent. Used strategically, it can help you settle out of court. When court is necessary, your document examiner may be able to change their opinions.

To achieve this, your document examiner must be proficient in the latest techniques and adept at reporting results. Knowing the techniques and strategies behind this discipline is crucial to selecting a proficient examiner.

This book is an in-depth guide to help attorneys and legal professionals avoid common pitfalls in using forensic document examination. It dispels misunderstandings about the work performed by an examiner and their conclusions. You will learn the types of cases document examiners investigate, how you can partner with an examiner to develop your case and what deliverables to expect.

Author: Michael Wakshull
Publisher: Q9 Consulting, Inc.
Published: 01/02/2019
Pages: 220
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.77lbs
Size: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.60d
ISBN: 9780985729455

About the Author
Wakshull, Michael: - Michael Wakshull is a practicing civil and court qualified forensic document examiner based in California. He partners with legal clients to dissect evidence presented in handwritten and computer-generated questioned documents. He holds a Master of Science degree in technology management, a graduate school certificate in forensic document examination and is a certified quality engineer. He speaks frequently at forensic and legal conferences and seminars.