Ericka Browne
Director

Ericka Browne began her career at DOAR in 2002 as a Project Manager, where she managed litigation and trial support projects involving imaging, coding, printing, electronic discovery and database management. In 2004, she was promoted to Senior Project Manager where she was responsible for managing more complex litigation cases and mentoring the Project Management staff. In 2006, Ericka became the Manager of Project Management and assumed responsibility for the entire team in the New York and Washington , D.C. offices. In her current role as Director in the Discovery Consulting practice, she facilitates effective departmental procedures as well as training and mentoring for the consulting group.

Ericka holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and a Master of Science in Criminal Justice.

Andy “Bunky” Cepregi
Director

Andy Cepregi is a subject matter expert in trial strategy, trial presentation and trial technology. Andy has been a Trial Consultant at DOAR for over 6 years, during which time he has been lead consultant for at least 40 matters, including jury trials, hearings and arbitrations. In addition to extensive experience presenting evidence and demonstratives in open court, Andy has coordinated teams of professionals performing video conversion and editing, graphics design/creation and data administration in preparation for various stages of litigation. As a leader in the industry, Andy has spoken at many conferences, conducted countless CLEs and authored several articles, including his recent whitepaper, "A Critical Examination of the Need for Litigation Technolgy in ADR."

Recent cases of note include World Trade Center Insurance Litigation (phases 1, 2 & 3), Nextel Partners v Nextel Communications, and BMG v. LaunchMedia.

Gene Klimov
Managing Director

Mr. Klimov has spent the better part of his 15 years at DOAR developing advanced litigation services and systems to enhance the creation and presentation of demonstrative evidence. Under his tenure, DOAR has evolved into a nationally renowned provider of integrated litigation consulting, trial and courtroom technology services. Over the last several years, Gene has focused on new advances in the field of Electronic Discovery and Computer Forensics with respect to data identification, preservation and forensics recovery. Utilizing cutting edge technology, sophisticated programming and best of breed relationships, Gene has pioneered the way to a new generation of automated electronic file detection, conversion and review. Having designed much of the technology used in the NAC (National Advocacy Center) and personally worked to develop solutions at the NW3C (National White Collar Crime Center), Gene’s focus on both technical and evidentiary related issues has allowed DOAR to become a leader in the industry.

Responsible for the design and development of much of the critical technology now being integrated into the federal courtrooms throughout the country, Gene has consulted countless attorneys and corporations on evidence preservation, computer forensic acquisitions, data retention and electronic data productions. Gene’s repertoire of engagements includes the defense of one of the nation’s largest mutual fund companies in response to regulatory and civil actions related to market timing and late trading allegations. The multiyear engagement covered a full assessment of the organization’s operational and technical systems, a complete preservation and litigation hold initiative, forensic data collection with proper Chain of Custody (CoC), electronic discovery across terabytes of data, backup tape restoration, transactional database analysis for specific trades, complete document management, active repository hosting for attorney review and ultimate production to the SEC and NYAG. Gene has also been involved with preservation and data collection efforts dealing with a multi-state Attorney General investigation into broker-dealer actions of insurance companies, preservation and data collection efforts dealing with indecency allegations on behalf of a large media conglomerate with ultimate production to the FCC, as well as several years of electronic discovery consulting and document management support for dozens of investment banks in defense of the Analyst investigations and IPO Allocations Class Actions.

Gene is a published author in publications such as the New York Law Journal, Law Technology News, and has contributed to other industry publications such as those offered by NITA (National Institute for Trial Advocacy). He is also a recognized speaker and accredited CLE instructor and often participates in discussion panels and forums on the current issues surrounding the preservation and collection of electronic data, the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and how they impact the way the justice system functions in the current age of technology. Gene is a testifying expert in federal court regarding Internet technology and information gathering issues. He has prepared affidavits and has testified as a 30(b)(6) witness outlining the proper preservation, collection, review and production of electronic data on behalf of his clients.

Gene holds a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with a concentration in Computer Science and Mathematics.

Raymond McLeod
Director

Ray has been with DOAR Litigation Consulting since 2002. His expertise in the use of technology, project management during complex litigation, and proficiency in a diverse range of litigation support applications quickly elevated him to become one of the best trial consultant's in the field.

As a Director in the Trial Consulting practice, Ray serves as the primary contact for attorneys during support of high-stakes litigation. He specializes in the design and presentation of electronic evidence for use during trials, arbitrations and hearings in local or remote settings as well as the creation and maintenance of complex medium used during these engagements. He played an integral role in the support of cases such as US v. Martha Stewart, and has assisted a number of DOAR clients in obtaining favorable verdicts in trials representing major corporations such as Ernst & Young, Deloitte & Touché, Royal & Sun, MKS Instruments, and many others.

George Montine
Director

George Montine is Director of Operations and oversees Corporate Operations, Facilities, Logistics, Procurement, Information Systems and the overall operation of our headquarters and remote offices. He joined the firm in 2003 and has steadily risen though the ranks to become Director of this critical division. Prior to joining DOAR, George served as the Operations Manager for Rialto Furniture, where he developed and implemented their operational, manufacturing and logistical policies and procedures. He has extensive experience in business development, logistics management, strategic site analysis and environmental monitoring systems. George represents DOAR in the community by acting as a Director on the Lynbrook Chamber of Commerce. He graduated from St. Johns University with a Bachelor of Science in Economics.

Tara Vassallo
Director

Tara joined DOAR Litigation Consulting in 2005 as the Director of Corporate Relations, responsible for incorporating and executing a comprehensive Human Resources strategy. During her tenure at DOAR, she has focused on talent acquisition, employee development and training, performance management and policy development. Tara has instituted many programs and initiatives that directly tie in to DOAR’s core business objectives.

Prior to joining DOAR, Tara was the Director of Alumni Relations at Hofstra University, where she was responsible for the multi-faceted alumni program which represented more than 105,000 alumni worldwide. This included alumni communication and marketing, events, revenue generating products and services and fundraising.

Tara graduated from Hofstra University with a BA in Psychology and a MSEd in Foundations, Leadership and Policy Studies.