Working in forensic science and questioned document examination for more than 30 years, she specializes in handwriting comparison, document authentication, forensic imaging, and analysis of altered or reproduced documents. Her casework has included examination of signatures, inks, papers, typewriting, printing processes, rubber stamps, photocopies, indented impressions, and digital imaging techniques used in forensic document analysis. She has also provided expert testimony in matters involving questioned documents and forensic laboratory examinations.

A substantial portion of her career was spent as a criminalist in a major municipal police laboratory, where she performed forensic examinations involving handwriting analysis, printing devices, erasures, obliterations, and photographic and imaging techniques associated with document investigations. Earlier assignments included latent print development and serology casework, along with responsibilities involving administrative review, technical review, and quality control coordination within forensic laboratory operations. She also served as a certified Breath Analysis Operator and Technical Supervisor, conducting instrument inspections, calibrations, classroom instruction, and related forensic testing activities.

Her professional development includes specialized training in questioned document examination, forensic digital imaging, typography, printing process identification, and handwriting analysis through programs conducted by the United States Secret Service, FBI, and forensic science organizations. She has participated in professional working groups and scientific associations related to forensic document examination, including the Technical Working Group of Document Examiners and the Northeastern Association of Forensic Scientists. Her published work includes research addressing distinguishing characteristics of robotic writing and handwriting analysis methodologies.