When preparing the often-vast amounts of ESI for litigation, utilizing technology can be essential. And legal teams have two options for support: in-house or outsourcing to a vendor partner. Oftentimes when technology is needed, the only real answer is with outsourcing as most law firms and companies don’t have internal eDiscovery resources.
Building an In-House eDiscovery Practice at Your Law Firm
Oct 22, 2024 9:00:00 AM / by Jim Norman
eDiscovery continues to shape the landscape of litigation strategy and many law firms are looking into ways to create an internal eDiscovery practice – one that might help them gain a competitive advantage, while streamlining the litigation process. I recently wrote an eBook, “How to Build an eDiscovery Practice at Your Law Firm: From Someone Who Has Done it Before.” that gives a comprehensive overview of not only how to bring eDiscovery into your firm, but highlighting the opportunities for...
eDiscovery costs represent a substantial portion of litigation and investigation case budgets, often compounded by the unpredictable nature of data volumes and the varying pricing models offered by software and service providers. We recognize the need for clarity in this complex landscape, which is why we recently created an infographic aimed at breaking down the myriad costs associated with eDiscovery.
The Sunk Cost of eDiscovery (and How Corporate Legal Teams Can Avoid It)
Oct 8, 2024 9:00:00 AM / by Austin J. Hagen
Corporate legal teams often face significant financial challenges, particularly when preparing for litigation. One of the most pressing issues is the concept of “sunk costs” associated with eDiscovery.
Two CEOs Discuss eDiscovery and a Recent Acquisition
Sep 24, 2024 10:00:00 AM / by Amy McWilliams
In light of Proteus Discovery Group’s recent acquisition of Novitas Data, we’ve brought together Ray Biederman, Co-Founder and CEO of Proteus, and Rob Oliver, Co-Founder and former CEO of Novitas (and current Vice President at Proteus) to chat about their backgrounds, the evolution of eDiscovery, and the acquisition that’s staged to propel Proteus to new heights.
Expanding Proteus Discovery Group with the Acquisition of Novitas Data
Sep 16, 2024 1:05:19 PM / by Ray Biederman
I’m excited to share some significant news with our clients, partners, and eDiscovery friends: Proteus Discovery Group has officially acquired Novitas Data. It’s an important step for us, doubling our size and greatly enhancing our ability to provide top-tier eDiscovery solutions coast-to-coast.
“We’re not trying to replace anybody,” Jon Mattingly told the Indiana Lawyer back in 2015. At the time, he and three other litigators had recently left an AmLaw 100 firm to launch two ventures: an Indianapolis-based litigation boutique and an eDiscovery services company. “We’re coming in and... handling some very complex issues in terms of eDiscovery. We’re a partner for the client and their law firm managing the case.”
Enhancing Client Experience in Professional Services
Aug 21, 2024 8:30:00 AM / by Ryan Short
In professional services, distinguishing yourself from the competition can be daunting. Whether you're in legal, accounting, consulting, or another field, where skills and knowledge are often replicable, differentiation is both crucial and challenging. Here’s a closer look at how to stand out in a crowded market.
Short Message Data: Building Your Case with Legal Technology
Aug 7, 2024 9:00:00 AM / by Ryan Short
Short message data is an increasingly important source of evidence in litigation and investigations because so much communication takes place through sources like SMS and MMS texts and platforms like WhatsApp, Slack, and Teams.
Mobile devices like cell phones and tablets are a potential treasure trove of evidence. But conducting data collection and digital forensics from these devices may prove challenging, and the two most popular platforms in the world, Apple and Android, offer divergent challenges.