Forensic document analysis
Trusted by the Australian Federal Police

The truth is in the document.

Australia's premier forensic document examination firm. Directed by J. Brandi — 24+ years in forensic science, independent AFP consultant, and a leading authority in questioned document analysis.

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24+
Years forensic experience
AFP
Independent consultant
ASFDE
Official member
Expertise

Forensic document services

Specialist examination and analysis of questioned documents, handwriting, signatures, and disputed financial records — backed by decades of field experience and court-ready reporting.

Document Examination

Comprehensive forensic analysis of questioned documents — ink dating, paper analysis, alterations, erasures, indentations, and authenticity verification. Court-admissible findings.

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Handwriting & Signature Analysis

Expert comparison and authentication of handwriting and signatures. Authorship attribution, forgery detection, disguised writing analysis — trusted by courts and law enforcement.

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Fraud Remediation

Forensic accounting and financial fraud investigation. Detection, evidence gathering, perpetrator identification, and recovery strategies. Led by M. Holt, specialist forensic accountant.

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Expert Witness & Reports

Court-ready expert testimony and comprehensive forensic reports. J. Brandi has provided independent expert evidence in criminal and civil proceedings across Australian jurisdictions.

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Investment

Examination pricing

Every case is unique. Pricing reflects complexity, urgency, and the forensic resources required. All examinations include a detailed written report suitable for court submission.

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Preliminary Assessment

$1,400

Single-document examination with preliminary findings report. Suitable for initial assessment of document authenticity or signature comparison on one disputed item.

  • ✓ Single document analysis
  • ✓ Preliminary written report
  • ✓ 5–7 business day turnaround
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II

Comprehensive Examination

$4,500 – $8,200

Multi-document forensic examination with full laboratory analysis. Includes ink comparison, paper substrate analysis, and detailed court-admissible report.

  • ✓ Multiple document comparison
  • ✓ Full laboratory analysis
  • ✓ Court-admissible detailed report
  • ✓ 10–14 business day turnaround
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III

Complex Litigation Support

$12,000 – $23,000

Full litigation support package. Extensive multi-document examination, expert witness preparation, court attendance, and ongoing consultation throughout proceedings.

  • ✓ Unlimited document examination
  • ✓ Expert witness testimony
  • ✓ Court attendance & preparation
  • ✓ Ongoing case consultation
  • ✓ Priority turnaround
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The Team

Forensic specialists

A small, highly specialised team with deep expertise in forensic document examination and financial crime remediation.

JB

J. Brandi

Director & Lead Examiner

24+ years experience in forensic science. Leading expert in forensic document examination. Independent consultant to the Australian Federal Police. Regularly provides expert testimony in criminal and civil proceedings across Australian jurisdictions.

LM

L. Morrell

Forensic Document Examiner

Official Member of The Australasian Society of Forensic Document Examiners (ASFDE). Years of experience liaising with ANZFSS (Australia and New Zealand Forensic Science Society) and the Australian Federal Police.

MH

M. Holt

Forensic Accountant

Australian forensic accountant and financial fraud remediation specialist. Works with a dedicated small team to investigate, quantify, and recover losses from financial crime and misconduct.

Network

Partners & associates

We work alongside Australia's leading forensic organisations to deliver comprehensive, multi-disciplinary expertise.

Close Partners

  • CrimeStats Australia

    Statistical crime analysis and forensic data services

  • Signature & Handwriting Forensics Pty Ltd

    Specialist handwriting and signature analysis

Professional Associations

  • ANZFSS

    Australia and New Zealand Forensic Science Society

  • ASFDE

    The Australasian Society of Forensic Document Examiners

  • Forensic Document Services Pty Ltd

    Independent forensic document examination services

Law Enforcement

  • Australian Federal Police

    J. Brandi serves as an independent consultant to the AFP, providing specialist forensic document examination on complex cases.

Contact

Enquire about an examination

All enquiries are treated with the utmost confidentiality. We respond within one business day.

Email

enquire@signatureforensic.com.au

Address

5 Victoria Parade
Manly NSW 2095
Australia

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To request a document examination, discuss a case, or obtain a quote, email us directly. Please include a brief description of the documents in question and the nature of your enquiry.

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