Pacific Risk is collaborating with Australian based forensic document examiners Strach Forensic. Some specialist forensic document examination equipment is stored in the offices of Pacific Risk for when the specialists are required to conduct examinations and give evidence in Hong Kong courts.
One of the most important pieces of equipment available in Hong Kong is the Foster & Freeman Electrostatic Detection Apparatus (ESDA).
Steven Strach and his team of consultants are experienced forensic document examination specialists who use scientific analysis and examination techniques to establish the genuineness or otherwise of documents. If you suspect a document has been tampered with, if you are questioning the authenticity of signatures and/or handwriting or if you are querying when a document was prepared, we have the expertise you need.
We follow strict quality assurance procedures in all our work, which includes civil, criminal, and private matters. If you are looking for an expert’s opinion regarding a document, signature, handwriting, or fingerprint, please contact us.
Electronic Document Forensics
Electronic document forensics involves analysing digital files to verify authenticity, detect alterations, and uncover hidden data. Experts examine metadata, version histories, and file structures to determine a document’s origin, integrity, and any unauthorised modifications. Whether assessing PDFs, Word documents, or spreadsheets, forensic techniques reveal timestamps, edit trails, and digital fingerprints.
This includes detecting whether digital signatures or scanned signatures have been inserted into PDF files after the fact, ensuring the authenticity of signed documents.
Our specialised forensic services help identify forged documents, track unauthorised edits, and provide clear, defensible evidence for litigation, corporate investigations, and regulatory audits. By meticulously analysing file structures and embedded metadata, we ensure accurate and reliable results, helping clients verify contracts, financial records, and other critical documents.