Computer Forensics and eDiscovery

Date: Thursday, August 7, 2008
Time: 01:00 PM ET / 12:00 PM CT / 11:00 AM MT / 10:00 AM PT [Prevailing Time]
Presenter(s): Jon Berryhill, Berryhill Computer Forensics Inc.
Objective(s):
Learn how to protect your practice from less than stellar computer forensics experts, how and when to preserve computer forensics evidence and how to protect your practice when an eDiscovery issue or case develops.
Field of Study: Computer Science
Program Level: Basic
CPE Credit: 1 Credit Hour
Delivery Method: Group Internet-based

No advanced preparation or prerequisites are required for this course.
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Course Description

Join us in this MAPCast for a fascinating look into the world of electronic forensics!

What exactly is computer forensics? It is the collection, preservation, analysis and presentation of computer-related evidence. Computer evidence can be very useful in criminal cases, civil disputes and human resources or employment proceedings.

Did you know that far more information is retained on a computer than most people would have ever realized? It is becoming increasingly more difficult to completely remove information. For these reasons (and hundreds more), utilizing computer forensics can often unearth evidence of, or even completely recover, lost or deleted information, even if it was intentionally "erased".

Computers and their usage can be the life blood of an organization. As businesses come to rely on them more and more, employers must know how to safeguard vital business information. In today's world, unfortunately, the reality is that there exists a real threat to a company's data. It could be damaged, destroyed or misappropriated, by a disgruntled employee or group. Could your firm or business "reconstruct evidence", from for example, a hard drive that appears to have been wiped clean?

Don't miss the opportunity to find out from an industry expert how other businesses have dealt with these growing threats.

Presenter and Moderator Bios
Jon Berryhill holds a B.S. in Engineering Computer Science from Lamar University in Beaumont Texas. He has extensive DOS and Windows experience dating back to the original releases of both operating systems. He has been working in and around the computer industry since 1983.

A former officer in the U.S. Air Force Reserve, Office of Special Investigations, he was a federal agent with formal training in computer security, data recovery, evidence handling and computer crime investigation. Jon was on active duty with the AFOSI until October '95. For an additional seven years he continued with AFOSI as a member of the Air Force Reserve. While with AFOSI, Jon worked as both the lead investigative agent and in support roles in a wide variety of cases including fraud, homicide, theft, drugs, child pornography and counter-intelligence. He is experienced in testifying in military, federal and state courts. Jon has provided expert testimony in and been certified by California and Federal courts as an expert in the field of computer crime and computer forensic analysis.

Jon was an instructor for the California Department of Justice - Advanced Training Center from 1998 to 2000. He developed and taught their Internet Crimes Investigations course and participated in the development of other high tech crime and computer crime investigations courses. He worked closely with them to develop POST certified courses for California peace officers. He has also provided computer evidence seizure training to local police. Following guest lectures at the California State University, Sacramento, Jon was named to the rolls of the Criminal Justice Scholastic Speaker's Bureau as a preferred member.

Cost
$25.00 for CPAFMA Members / $40.00 for Non-Members / Free for PAFMs

Delivery System

• All programs are delivered using the Zoom platform.
• Confirmations will include log-in instructions.
• Participants are able to participate using any device with an Internet connect (if the device does not have speakers, the participant can also dial-in) or they can participate with audio only by dialing in.
• All registrants will receive a link to the MAPCast’s recording by email within 48 business hours of event’s conclusion.
• There will be assistance available to help with technical and connectivity issues up to 10 minutes prior to the start of the presentation.

Registration

All registration is done on-line with the names and email addresses of each individual guest. Log-in details will be emailed to all registrants approximately 1-2 days prior to each session.

Refund Policy

CPAFMA will not issue refunds for MAPCasts. If a registrant is unable to participate in the MAPCast and sends written notice to info@cpafma.org 48 hours prior to the session, a credit will be provided for a future MAPCast. Alert the CPAFMA staff member monitoring the MAPCast if technical difficulties are encountered and technical support will be provided to eliminate problems with future MAPCasts.

Additional Information

Live participation is required for CPE credit and polling questions must be answered to show active participation. All registrants will receive an email following the session with links to the slides and/or handouts, and a link to the MAPCast recording (unless otherwise stated). If you are unable to participate in the live session, you can still watch the recorded session, but you will not be eligible for CPE credits.

For more information regarding CPAFMA MAPCasts or administrative policies such as complaint and refund, contact the CPAFMA Headquarters at 937-222-0030, or info@cpafma.org.