Cyber Security Expert Witness Services
Nicholas Scheurkogel & DISC
Nicholas Scheurkogel and his team at Dominant Information Solutions Canada (DISC) specialize in providing top-tier cyber security expert witness services to legal professionals handling complex cases. Our in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience in the field have made us the go-to subject matter experts for some of the largest and most high-profile cyber security cases in Canada.
When tackling complex litigation cases involving technology and digital assets, it's critical to have a trusted cyber security consultant on your team. At DISC, our proven track record, diverse skill set, and commitment to excellence make us the preferred choice for legal professionals seeking expert witness assistance with their cases.
Experience
Nicholas is a comprehensive cyber security subject matter expert, supporting legal teams in building strong cases.
He is a leading authority in Canada on cybersecurity and privacy, recognized as an expert witness in landmark legal cases against major corporations like Lifelabs, Capital One, and Facebook—cases that rank among the most significant privacy breaches in Canadian history.
Top media outlets, including the Globe and Mail, have sought his expertise, and he has been quoted in investigative reports on hacking and cybersecurity. Nicholas has also contributed to Vanguard Magazine, Canada’s premier Security and Defence publication, as an author of in-depth articles on assessing cyber threats. Formerly, he led cyber intelligence capabilities at the Department of National Defence and now serves as CEO of Dominant Information Solutions Canada (DISC).
Public Cases Include:
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MacBrayne v LifeLabs BC Inc.
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Bernice Cheng v Living Realty
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Kaplan et al. v. Casino Rama Services Inc. et al.
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Campbell v Capital One Financial Corporation
Expert Witness Testimony & Report Writing
Testimony
As a cybersecurity expert communicator, the DISC team excels at helping plaintiffs and defendants navigate complex cyber-related issues. He offers clear and compelling explanations of technical issues and their implications, ensuring non-technical decision-makers can understand the significance of the evidence presented. He also guides attorneys in comparing and contrasting cybersecurity technologies with relevant contexts, ensuring they are well-prepared to address the unique challenges they present.
Report Writing
Nicholas offers more than expert testimony; he is backed by a highly skilled cybersecurity research team with deep expertise in data breaches, privacy violations, hacking, and publicly available information. His team plays a crucial role in developing comprehensive reports that underpin his testimony. The structure and content of these reports consistently equip courts with the vital information needed to secure favorable outcomes.
Pre-trial Consulting - Litigation Support
Attorneys handling cybersecurity cases who don’t have the right subject matter expertise, often miss opportunities to maximize client outcomes. Without an experienced cyber security expert and research team, who know which materials to request or justify their demands when faced with objections, courts may deny their critical requests that could have strengthened their case. Nicholas offers strategic guidance in the planning stages of litigation by identifying relevant technological vulnerabilities, reviewing electronic evidence, and formulating effective lines of questioning for depositions and trial proceedings.
Incident Response Analysis
Nicholas and his senior research team conduct in-depth investigations and independent analyses of cyber incidents to help identify the true implications of a breach or cyber attack.
With over 30 years of cyber security expertise, the research team at DISC has managed high-profile events, completed major strategic security or cyber projects, and/or led top-tier technical teams on projects involving:
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Threat analysis and detector expertise
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Cryptography
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Decryption
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Crypto threats
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Counter intelligence (Insider threat scenario)
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Ground segment breach response
Threat to Breech Expertise
DISC's cyber security threat assessment and breach support often involve determining whether a cyber attack that caused damage was due to a party's negligence or occurred despite their reasonable cyber security efforts. In some cases, multiple parties may have contributed to the breach, requiring Nicholas to clarify the relative liabilities of each party for the judge and jury.
Why hire DISC?
"We heard that you make the process simple and provide excellent reporting for counsel."
"I understand you can provide the depth of analysis required for a favorable outcome."
"My colleague told me that you’re good at countering other expert testimony and can create a pattern."
Our expert cyber security witness, Nicholas Scheurkogel, provides cyber security consulting around the world for all types of businesses. He also has a unique skill set in satellite cyber security threat, monitoring, and detection analysis. His reputation as an expert witness speaks for itself and can be applied to cases globally.
Some of the feedback we receive when we ask why a litigator has reached out includes the following types of statements:
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