E-discovery Resources for Legal Professionals
The discovery phase of any litigation is performed by the attorneys in a case, often assisted by paralegals and legal assistants. It is necessary to enlist the help of these legal professionals in order to handle the sheer volume of work and organization that is necessary. Today much of discovery can be electronic. E-discovery is the term used meaning to locate and produce evidence that is in electronic form. While the definition is simple, the subject is more complex. The ways in which e-discovery is conducted changes rapidly as our technologies and media forms change. It is necessary for any legal professionals involved in litigation to stay current on the latest news and changes in e-discovery.
If you’re just becoming familiar with e-discovery or are looking to stay updated on new technology, here are some articles and technology blogs you may be interested in reading:
E-Discovery Transformation: Top to Bottom
Attorney and professional writer Jon Dawson gives a broad overview of types of e-discovery. The article emphasizes how e-discovery software can help you manage the different types of discovery you may be required to produce.
Control It Yourself: A New Service Concept in E-Discovery Technology
Lynn Frances, a legal technology analyst and consultant, writes about how e-discovery was conducted historically, and how it is changing. Frances writes about a new trend in handling e-discovery that mixes old with new.
There are also entire legal blogs that are committed to reporting on new trends and news about e-discovery. Here are a few we’ve seen:
The Discovery Advocate blog is presented by members of Baker Hostetler’s E-Discovery Advocacy and Management Team and takes a practical look at modern discovery practice and the developments and trends that impact today’s litigants in the trenches of litigation.
Recent topics include:
- E-Discovery Advocacy and Management
- E-Discovery Rules
- Privacy
- Ethics
Employees of Clearwell Systems, an e-discovery software company, discuss e-discovery issues, trends and news, including recent court cases.
Recent blog topics include:
- E-Discovery Software
- Data Retention
- E-Discovery Best Practices
News and information about e-discovery, providing information and resources to help attorneys, technicians, litigation support professionals, records and information managers tame the chaos of e-discovery. This blog aims to build awareness and provide practical tips for readers to take their legal strategy to the next level.
Recent blog posts include:
- E-Discovery News Roundup
- Government Agencies and E-Discovery
- Law Practice Management
The requirements of paralegals and legal assistants today are ever-changing, especially those involved in litigation. The internet is an invaluable resource to provide new and current information on e-discovery. Staying current will be a great help to you and your team of attorneys in your next litigated matter.
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Susan Kay is a Co-Founder and Co-Owner of Brown & Jones Reporting, Inc. Connect with her on LinkedIn and Google+.
