Washington, D.C. · New York · Texas
Counsel built on evidence.
Fakude Law Group brings forensic precision to digital forensics, eDiscovery, litigation and immigration matters, for individuals, founders and businesses who need answers they can rely on.
The Firm
Modern disputes live in phones, servers and inboxes. Modern lives cross borders. We practice at that intersection, where technical depth and legal judgment meet.
Practices
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Nicolas J. Nesta, Esq.
Founding Attorney
Meet your attorney
Technical fluency.
Trial-ready judgment.
Nicolas Nesta combines a litigator's instincts with hands-on command of digital evidence, and brings the same rigor to helping clients navigate U.S. immigration.
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New York
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Washington, D.C.
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Texas
How we work
Evidence first
Every strategy starts with what the data can prove, not what we hope it shows.
Direct access
You work with your attorney, not a rotating team. Calls returned, questions answered.
Plain language
Technical findings and legal options explained so you can make confident decisions.
Based in Washington, D.C.
Admitted in three jurisdictions. Focused on one thing: getting the facts right.
Who we serve
Industries & clients
Digital evidence and cross-border goals cut across every sector. These are the clients we are built to help.
Technology & SaaS
Data disputes, insider threats, trade secret matters and incident response for software and platform companies.
Startups & Founders
Founder immigration, investor visas and early evidence strategy for companies building in the United States.
Financial Services
Electronic records, preservation obligations and forensic review where transactions and communications are at issue.
Healthcare
Incident investigation and discovery involving sensitive records, with careful handling of protected information.
Real Estate & Construction
Document-heavy disputes where email, project systems and mobile messages tell the real story.
Professional Services
Departing-employee investigations, data access disputes and defensible document collection.
Government Contractors
Investigations and records matters where precision, documentation and confidentiality are essential.
Individuals & Families
Family-based immigration, naturalization and personal matters involving digital evidence.
What to expect
From first call to resolution
A clear, predictable process, so you always know where your matter stands and what comes next.
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Initial consultation
We listen first. You explain the situation, your goals and your timeline, and we identify the questions that matter most.
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Assessment & strategy
We review the facts and documents, outline realistic options, and give you a clear plan with expected steps and costs.
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Engagement
A written engagement letter sets out scope, fees and responsibilities so there are no surprises.
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Execution
We do the work: preservation, analysis, filings or advocacy, with regular updates at every milestone.
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Resolution & next steps
We close out the matter, deliver what you need for your records, and plan ahead for anything that follows.
Insights
Latest thinking
Preserving Electronic Evidence Before Litigation Begins
The duty to preserve often starts long before a complaint is filed. Here is what a reasonable preservation effort looks like.
The E-2 Treaty Investor Visa: A Practical Overview
For entrepreneurs from treaty countries, the E-2 visa can be one of the most practical ways to build and run a business in the United States.
Mobile Device Forensics: What a Phone Can and Cannot Reveal
Phones are often the single richest source of evidence in a dispute, but expectations need to match what forensic tools can actually do.
FAQ
Before you call
How do I schedule a consultation?+
Call the office at 202-439-2350, use the contact form, or email the firm. Share a brief description of your matter and we will follow up to arrange a time.
Do you meet with clients outside Washington, D.C.?+
Yes. Consultations can be held by phone or video. The firm's attorney is admitted in New York, Washington, D.C. and Texas, and federal immigration matters can be handled for clients across the United States and abroad.
Is my first conversation confidential?+
We treat inquiries with discretion. However, an attorney client relationship is only formed once an engagement is agreed in writing, so please share only general facts until then.
How are fees structured?+
Depending on the matter, we work on hourly, flat fee or phased arrangements. Fees are discussed openly at the outset and confirmed in a written engagement letter.