Proven experience in complex investigations, cybersecurity, and litigation.
From government inquiries to global cyber incidents, SDC delivers clarity, coordination, and results when the stakes are highest.
Client: Major U.S. Energy Company
Challenge: Respond to Congressional inquiry into fracking practices.
Tasks: Gathered and synthesized technical and field data from nationwide operations; consolidated findings into clear, defensible documentation; prepared testimony prep and executive talking points for hearings and regulatory communications.
Outcome: A cohesive, accurate response package that supported consistent positions across witnesses and workstreams.
Client: Large U.S. Bank
Challenge: Prepare for potential WikiLeaks release of confidential materials.
Tasks: Led “war” room at client’s headquarters; supervised 24/7 legal & cybersecurity monitoring; developed and drilled an incident response plan; briefed executives and the Board; coordinated live comms with offsite “war” room.
Outcome: A proactive readiness posture and coordinated response framework that became a benchmark for large-scale corporate cyber preparedness.
Client: Auto Manufacturer
Challenge: White-hat exploit; FTC inquiry; litigation risk assessment.
Tasks: Analyzed investigation data; drafted FTC responses; assessed enforcement and class-action exposure.
Outcome: Clear regulatory posture and mitigation strategy without evidence of data exfiltration.
Client: Large Hospitality
Challenge: Guest and loyalty PII compromise; multi-state AG notices.
Tasks: Led on-site interviews; drafted legal hold; coordinated relevant data collection; prepared AG responses (incl. VT & NY); supported public/customer notifications; handled card-brand inquiries; tracked customer comms.
Outcome: Compliant, transparent notifications; restored stakeholder trust; streamlined regulator communications.
Client: Tech Company
Challenge: FTC Civil Investigative Demand post-incident.
Tasks: Supervised eDiscovery workstreams; analyzed responsive datasets; drafted and refined interrogatory responses; assessed enforcement/litigation risk.
Outcome: Accurate, defensible regulator submissions and readiness for potential enforcement activity.
Client: International tech subsidiaries
Challenge: DOJ antitrust CID re: “anticompetitive” issues; subsequent MDL strategy.
Tasks: Navigated cross-border data transfers; drafted consents for German custodians; conducted key interviews; negotiated scope with DOJ; coordinated with co-defendants; supervised all eDiscovery.
Outcome: Narrowed regulator scope, defensible productions, and coordinated litigation strategy.
Client: International Financial Institution
Challenge: Third-party contractor misuse of access within procurement.
Tasks: Built investigation strategy; managed forensic contractors; conducted U.S. & abroad interviews; addressed cross-border privacy; drafted final findings.
Outcome: Executive-level insight that informed remediation and global policy improvements.
Client: Retail Chain
Challenge: Business customer data compromise; complex contract obligations.
Tasks: Interpreted notice/liability/force-majeure provisions; briefed client daily; developed litigation strategy; drafted public statements; tracked B2B comms; revised cybersecurity & privacy policies.
Outcome: Coordinated response, strengthened policies, and improved resilience.
Services: Policy drafting/updating; regulatory tracking; tabletop & red-team exercises; cyber insurance support; data governance advisory.
Team Expertise: Including unique capabilities in cyber insurance claims, privacy regulation tracking, and advanced simulation exercises.
Turn Complexity into Clarity
When the stakes are high, SDC provides the strategy, structure, and speed you need to move forward with confidence.