Discovery Advocate

MAY 20, 2020

As courts and litigants adapt to the new normal by instituting social distancing measures through remote hearings and depositions, how we preserve, collect and produce documents should not be an afterthought. Best practices still weigh against custodial self-collections; use technology to collect and narrow data for review.

Discovery

WA Bar News

JUNE 11, 2024

In this column, we’ll address a narrower, but more common, subset of deposition misconduct that the ABA opinion touches on: improper “coaching” during depositions and improper objections intended to impede the questioner. 10 Second, we’ll focus on depositions rather than hearings or trials. Washington RPC 4.4(a)

Depositions

Attorney at Work

JANUARY 11, 2022

‘Tis the season for legal technology predictions, which are entertaining but seldom useful. Chosen by the subscribers of our flagship TechnoLawyer newsletter , these awards serve as a buyer’s guide and also reflect important trends in legal technology. I explore five in this article.

Technology

Attorney at Work

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

One column might be dedicated to deadlines, another to discovery tasks, another to trial preparation. Evernote has the ability to capture and save notes and recordings from the web in a variety of different formats, whether these be emails, legal briefs, research files or discovery documents. A Powerful Project Management Panacea?

Trial Preparation

E-Discovery LLC

APRIL 21, 2025

See, e.g., EDRM Search Guide ; The Sedona Conference Best Practices Commentary on the Use of Search and Information Retrieval Methods in E-Discovery The following are a few exemplar decisions that set the stage: In Re Seroquel Prod. Liability Antitrust Litigation , 244 F.R.D. Equity Analytics, LLC v.

Discovery

The Cloud Court Blog

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

“The deposition is the new trial.” – Jim Garrity, 10,000 Depositions Later podcast Jim Garrity, an employment attorney based in Florida, has produced scores of podcasts and published multiple books on the topic of depositions. And today, almost all testimony is in the form of deposition testimony for the reasons cited above.

Depositions

E-Discovery LLC

MAY 14, 2025

The decision begins: Before the Court is a discovery dispute that underscores the importance of counsel fashioning clear and comprehensive agreements when navigating the perils and pitfalls of electronic discovery. When it comes to discovery of text messages, Fed.R.Civ.P. 26(f)(3)(B) provides an under-used tool. Emphasis added].

Discovery

Lawmatics

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

How is AI Used in Legal Technology? Artificial Intelligence (AI) is increasingly used in legal technology to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and enhance decision-making for attorneys. E-discovery. As AI technology continues to evolve, it will likely play an increasingly important role in reshaping the practice of law.

Legal Research

E-Discovery LLC

AUGUST 21, 2024

See Felder Part 2 of 4: Defendant Sanctioned for Late Cancellation of Depositions. Plaintiff sought discovery of video footage “of an interaction” with her former manager and security personnel who had allegedly forcibly removed her from defendant’s premises. 4, 2023); Discovery About Discovery – When Was Duty to Preserve Triggered?

Evidence

E-Discovery LLC

OCTOBER 6, 2024

Permitting employees to use a company’s information technology system for personal purposes has long been recognized as fraught with hazards. HHI explained that when Mr. Shapiro was employed at HHI, he asked Mr. Hughey [HHI’s technology employee] to help him add his personal Gmail account to his work computers. 19, 2021). [1]

Evidence

Complex Discovery

JULY 9, 2024

Grewal characterized their pursuit as a quest for “reasonable discovery” in response to the SEC’s June 2023 lawsuit. Paul Grewal, Coinbase’s Chief Legal Officer, emphasized the importance of these documents in a July 3 social media post. The SEC, however, has firmly opposed Coinbase’s request.

Defense Strategy

The Cloud Court Blog

JULY 11, 2023

July 11, 2023, 13:00 GMT MINNEAPOLIS, MN, USA, July 11, 2023/ EINPresswire.com / -- Setting the global standards for e-discovery, the Electronic Discovery Reference Model (EDRM) is pleased to announce Cloud Court, Inc. Gibson is the first technology of its kind.” And yet, what was said needs to be shared with the entire team.

Discovery

The Cloud Court Blog

OCTOBER 20, 2022

He has spent the past 34 years as a senior leader of litigation services and legal technology companies and has particular expertise in building and selling such companies. Greg’s current roles speak to his wealth of industry experience and his background also dovetails with our obsession with depositions.

Depositions

RPC Strategies

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Questa Discovery Questa Discovery makes high-speed processing of large data sets of e-discovery with efficient data indexing available to small and medium size companies. The interactive technology also permits you to query your data through conversational AI, enabling access to specific data with a few keystrokes.

Discovery

The Cloud Court Blog

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

One is this: smaller parties often leverage technology and data to beat their adversaries because it’s the only option. Smart money is on lean teams that lean into technology and the advantages it provides. They frequently experiment with new technology while their technophobe counterparts wait for it to go mainstream.

Depositions

The Cloud Court Blog

MARCH 6, 2023

Cloud Court analyzes historical testimony to accelerate knowledge transfer, improve witness preparation and deposition performance. A turbo-charged litigation team can use its new testimony intelligence to make another pass through discovery to seek out advantages or detect landmines based our AI-generated insights. Press release

Witnesses

Lawmatics

AUGUST 8, 2023

The AI Disclaimer The legal profession tends to resist technological advancements, such as generative AI tools like ChatGPT and Google Bard, with immediate talk of bans and warnings of ethical violations. Generative AI's application is no longer a technological novelty; it's a strategic game-changer. Similarly, Smith.ai

Legal Research

The Cloud Court Blog

APRIL 5, 2023

Reviewing deposition and trial testimony is, by any measure, time consuming. Gibson’s proprietary technologies extract and organize a massive amount of data hidden in transcripts. eDiscovery does not give you a visual snapshot of the contents of a given deposition. Gibson does. Gibson does.

Witnesses

Optima Juris

APRIL 16, 2025

This year, Optima Juris will be there as an official exhibitor, showcasing how our trusted technology services continue to evolve with the needs of modern legal professionals. ” We understand the skepticism around AI in legal work. ” We understand the skepticism around AI in legal work. Litigation doesnt stand still.

Litigation

MyCase

MAY 9, 2023

In today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape, artificial intelligence (AI) and generative AI tools like ChatGPT, Google Bard, and Bing Chat are transforming the way professionals across industries work. Assistance with legal software: Many legal technology companies have begun incorporating generative AI into their platforms.

Legal Research

3 Geeks and a Law Blog

OCTOBER 16, 2023

By uploading case documents and discovery materials, the AI can pull facts and quotes directly from the record to support legal arguments in the brief. Younger associates and paralegals tend to be most enthusiastic about the technology while firm leadership lags. Can you explain more about this technology and its key capabilities?

Evidence

Complex Discovery

JULY 15, 2024

Insurers like Schwarzschild are integrating comprehensive DeFi insurance to address these risks, mirroring traditional deposit insurance protocols. The cost of cyber insurance may influence decisions about digital transformation initiatives or adopting new technologies.

Insurance

Destination Articles Blog

JANUARY 17, 2025

Replenishable Retainers (Evergreen Retainers): Clients deposit funds upfront, and the balance is replenished as it is used. Use Technology to Streamline Processes Billing can be time-consuming, but using the right technology can make it efficient and error-free. There are certain types of retainer fees.:

Education

Destination Articles Blog

JANUARY 17, 2025

Replenishable Retainers (Evergreen Retainers): Clients deposit funds upfront, and the balance is replenished as it is used. Use Technology to Streamline Processes Billing can be time-consuming, but using the right technology can make it efficient and error-free. There are certain types of retainer fees.:

Education

Complex Discovery

JANUARY 21, 2025

Despite this, the model marks an impressive technological feat, offering solutions where data scarcity has historically hindered language coverage, remarked Chetan Jaiswal, a computer science professor at Quinnipiac University, in a statement not directly involved with the project.

Technology

MyCase

APRIL 24, 2024

Lawyers who have opted not to use GAI cited three primary concerns: They need to learn more about the technology, they have ethical concerns, or they don’t trust AI outputs. The bot is developed and managed by OpenAI, a technology company based in San Francisco, California. Performing legal research and discovery.

Legal Research

MyCase

APRIL 30, 2024

AI is early in its lifecycle, but the technology is already a powerful resource for legal professionals. Summarizing depositions: Paralegals will translate dense depositions into concise overviews that include key facts, plus any admissions or inconsistencies in the testimony. Below are the specifics of each role.

Witnesses

MyCase

JUNE 5, 2024

Legal AI tools are making it easier for lawyers and legal professionals to streamline processes, automate tasks, and increase efficiency and productivity. According to recent reports, law firms are well on their way to adopting and implementing AI technology. Let’s explore what legal AI tools can do for your firm.

Litigation

3 Geeks and a Law Blog

AUGUST 29, 2023

In her current role, Katie focuses on leveraging technology like AI to improve the litigation process for lawyers. Kristin explained that DISCO’s vision is to create great legal technology that helps lawyers find evidence faster. Through DISCO Pro Bono, they donate their technology to support pro bono legal matters.

Technology

Destination Articles Blog

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

The Stages of Document Review Document review spans several stages, starting with discovery and ending with production. Document insights can highlight a case’s strengths and weaknesses, guide witness deposition decisions, and anticipate potential courtroom challenges.

Education

3 Geeks and a Law Blog

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

The report, which leverages aggregated anonymous usage data from tens of thousands of law firms using Clio, offers a unique perspective on the productivity, billing, and technological adoption within the legal industry, particularly among mid-sized law firms. So Joshua, welcome to The Geek in Review. Joshua Lenon 0:46 It’s great to be here.

Technology

3 Geeks and a Law Blog

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

In the second of a special series of interviews from Legal Week 2024 , co-hosts Greg Lambert and Marlene Gebauer welcomed Mollie Nichols , CEO, and Mark Noel , Chief Information and Technology Officer of Redgrave Data. And it’s important that we’re a part of the conversation, and that we understand what technology is being talked about.

Education

Percipient

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

When lawyers prepare for litigation, depositions, mediations, or even internal investigations, they conduct a document review to find all the documents related to the project. If the document review is large enough, they may enlist the help of others, like document review attorneys.

Objections

3 Geeks and a Law Blog

APRIL 26, 2023

In this episode of “The Geek in Review,” hosts Greg Lambert and Marlene Gebauer engage in a fascinating conversation with legal technology experts ⁠ Pablo Arredondo ⁠ , ⁠ Evan Shenkman ⁠ , and ⁠ Darth Vaughn ⁠. Darth notes, “The legal industry tends to be a bit of a slow adopter of technology. I think it’s because we’re risk-averse.”

Technology

3 Geeks and a Law Blog

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

The flagship product automates drafting responses to lawsuits, discovery requests, demand letters, and more by leveraging a firm’s historical data. Suh and Block discuss common roadblocks to adopting new legal technology like lack of trust and skepticism. Law firms still incentivized by billable hours may be warier of efficiency gains.

Litigation