Michael M. Nelson

Michael M. Nelson is a digital forensics and cyber security expert specializing in incident response and eDiscovery. With a career encompassing digital forensics, cyber security, and information technology, he brings a comprehensive understanding of how to address complex digital investigations and cyber threats. His work centers on investigating digital breaches, assessing data integrity, and evaluating whether security protocols were breached.

Mr. Nelson has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving corporate, civil, criminal, and domestic cases. His B.S. Arts and Sciences in Computer and Information Sciences, along with certifications such as AccessData Certified Examiner (ACE) and Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation in disputes involving digital forensics and cyber security.