Gary Foster

Gary Foster is a Managing Director with Alvarez & Marsal’s Dispute and Investigations practice in London. He leads the U.K. e-discovery team.
Mr. Foster brings more than 16 years of experience in forensic technology solutions, including forensic computer examinations, electronic disclosure and forensic data analytics. He specialises in running complex electronic discovery matters, using advanced analytical techniques to streamline and prioritize the process. Mr. Foster’s primary areas of expertise are fraud investigations, dispute matters and regulatory and compliance matters. He works with clients in various industries, including banking, utilities, aviation, retail, construction and telecommunications.

Most recently at A&M, Mr. Foster used e-discovery techniques and Generative AI tools to streamline the data challenges associated with responding to investigative enquiries raised by regulators including the Serious Fraud Office (SFO), the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA). Notably, he helped a multi-national bank manage their response to FCA information requests and assisted a global education service provider with their response to the CMA regarding a proposed merger. These were complex projects with large data volumes, tight timeframes and with the sensitivities of disclosure to regulators.

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