Mr. Foster brings more than 14 years of experience in forensic technology solutions, including forensic computer examinations, electronic disclosure and forensic data analytics. He specialises in running complex electronic discovery matters, using advanced analytical techniques to streamline and prioritize the process. Mr. Foster’s primary areas of expertise are fraud investigations, dispute matters and regulatory and compliance matters. He works with clients in various industries, including banking, utilities, aviation, retail, construction and telecommunications.

Most recently at A&M, Mr. Foster used e-discovery techniques and tools to streamline the data challenges associated with responding to investigative enquiries raised by regulators including the Serious Fraud Office (SFO), the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA). Notably, he helped a multi-national bank manage their response to FCA information requests and assisted a global education service provider with their response to the CMA regarding a proposed merger. These were complex projects with large data volumes, tight timeframes and with the sensitivities of disclosure to regulators.

Mr. Foster has significant experience with complex cross-border e-dscovery management. He led the e-discovery process for a Saudi Arabian bank, managing a complex data collection exercise, processing, analysis and review of a multimillion document set while following a court approved methodology. Because the data set had to remain in Saudi Arabia, Mr. Foster managed the set up and installation of a processing and review environment that met the regulatory requirements while fulfilling U.K. disclosure requirements.

Prior to joining A&M, Mr. Foster worked with Ernst & Young in their Forensic Technology & Discovery Services practice in London, specialising in electronic discovery review team management and training.

Mr. Foster earned a bachelor’s degree in mathematics and finance from Brighton University. A Certified Relativity Expert, he is a regular speaker at industry events.