Company Overview:

Carney Forensics is a leading private digital forensics firm that provides expert witness services to assist trial lawyers and other clients in the legal, investigative, and corporate sectors. We recover, analyze, and present probative digital evidence in high-stakes civil litigation including personal injury, employment, trusts and estates, civil rights, defamation, professional malpractice, whistleblower, and white collar crime litigation nationwide in the U.S. For the past eighteen years, we have upheld the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and expertise in every aspect of our work. Minnesota Lawyer readers, the finest trial lawyers in the state, have voted us “Best Digital Forensics” for the past eight years.

Position Overview:

We seek a detail-oriented, entrepreneurial, and organized individual to join our team as an Intake Specialist who can assist us with business development and, more importantly, qualify prospects in our marketing funnel and help them to become happy and satisfied clients. The intake specialist will also oversee invoicing of digital forensic billable hours to monetize professional services every month.

We also seek a professional who is or who can become an Evidence Technician, sometimes called an evidence specialist or property and evidence custodian. The primary responsibility of this vital role is to manage, preserve, and maintain the integrity of digital evidence throughout the chain of custody process during litigation. The successful candidate will be critical in ensuring the ideal clients are chosen to benefit from for our high-level, strategic digital forensics services based on digital evidence that is properly collected, stored, and documented, following legal and industry standards. We offer training and the unique opportunity to become certified as an Evidence Technician in our legal services firm.

Responsibilities:

Identify and manage client intake for first-chair trial lawyers and their legal teams to become Carney Forensics’ ideal clients.
Manage our AI receptionist and CRM (Customer Relationship Management) system to qualify ideal clients for digital forensic examinations.
Work with forensic examiners to get accurate and explanatory invoices published to provide timely revenue for the forensics firm.
Receive, document, and catalog digital evidence received from clients, law firms, private investigators, law enforcement agencies, and other sources.
Maintain detailed and accurate records of evidence and lab notes documenting all actions taken during the evidence intake, examination, and production processes.
Safely store and secure digital devices and associated evidence following established protocols and chain of custody procedures.
Oversee the backing up and preservation of data.
Implement and enforce device retention policies, ensuring that evidence is retained for the appropriate duration.
Coordinate the return of digital devices to their rightful owners or disposition upon the conclusion of forensic examinations or legal proceedings.
Prepare evidence for legal proceedings, including packaging, labeling, and documentation.

Requirements:

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Civil Litigation, Criminal Justice, Forensic Science, or a related field.
Prior experience in legal services, intake and invoicing, evidence management, digital forensics, or law enforcement is highly desirable.
Knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements governing evidence handling and chain of custody procedures.
Proficiency in documenting procedures, lab notes, and evidence records.
Meticulous attention to detail for accurate record keeping.
Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.
Familiarity with digital forensic tools and software used in digital evidence examinations is a plus.

Certifications:

While not required, the following certifications would be beneficial for success in this role:

You can earn a certified Property and Evidence Specialist (CPES) certification through the International Association for Property and Evidence, Inc. (IAPE).
You can also earn an Evidence Management Certification from the Evidence Management Institute (EMI).

Skills:

Proficient in device documentation and maintaining comprehensive lab notes to ensure accuracy and traceability throughout the evidence handling process.
Experience using Microsoft Office and Google Workspace applications for data entry and documentation.
Demonstrated ability to manage evidence and comply with established policies and procedures securely.
Familiarity with lab safety protocols and practices to ensure a secure working environment for handling sensitive digital devices.
Understanding of device retention policies and procedures to manage evidence retention periods and facilitate timely returns to owners or disposition.

If you are an intake specialist and/or evidence technician passionate about maintaining the integrity of digital evidence and looking for an exciting opportunity to join a leading firm, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your passion for digital forensics, qualifications, and relevant experience. Part-time contract opportunities are available. We look forward to hearing from you!

Intake Specialist/Evidence Technician