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Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 30(b)(6) permits a party to notice or subpoena the deposition of an organization which then must then designate one or more individuals who consent to testify on its behalf about information “known or reasonably available to the organization.” But, how should it be conducted to maximize the discovery obtained, what are some strategies to consider to help ensure a successful deposition and what are some common mistakes to avoid? This CLE-approved* webcast session will discuss the DO’S and DON’TS of preparing for and conducting a 30(b)(6) witness deposition.

eDiscovery isn’t just about emails and Office documents anymore. Newer sources of electronically stored information (ESI) and newer devices from which those sources are accessed are causing an explosion of data volumes and a proliferation of data sources that is unprecedented. This CLE-approved* webcast session will discuss how evolving technology trends are impacting eDiscovery today and how to think like a millennial to stay on top of those developing trends.

So far, 2019 has been another interesting year with notable and important case law decisions related to eDiscovery best practices. What do you need to know about the cases to avoid mistakes made by others and save time and money for your clients? This CLE-approved* webcast session will cover key case law covered by the eDiscovery Daily Blog during the first half of 2019 to identify trends that lawyers should consider for their own practices.

It seems as though the eDiscovery deck is stacked against plaintiff’s attorneys. Defendants seem to have all the resources, the technical know-how and the interest of the major eDiscovery vendors while the plaintiffs often have few resources, technical knowledge or eDiscovery experience. How do plaintiff’s attorneys bridge that gap? This CLE-approved* webcast session will discuss the biggest eDiscovery challenges facing plaintiff’s attorneys and provide best practices for addressing those challenges to give plaintiff’s attorneys the best chance t get the evidence they need for their case.

Does it seem like eDiscovery production always seems to be such a big production? It doesn’t have to be. There are a number of steps you can take to minimize the stress, cost and rework associated with producing electronically stored information to opposing counsel as well as to ensure that their production to you is as useful as possible. This CLE-approved* webcast will discuss some of the most common steps you can take during the discovery life cycle to keep your eDiscovery production on track.

In today’s era of growing data privacy concerns with GDPR and CCPA, increase in harassment claims with #MeToo and rising corporate malfeasance concerns, there are a lot of potential compliance and investigations needs with regard to discovery that organizations have today whether or not they ever lead to litigation. This CLE-approved* webcast will discuss the drivers and challenges facing organizations today to be more proactive in understanding their data to identify issues before they lead to litigation and address them proactively.

If you think you’re hearing more and more about blockchain and bitcoin, you’re probably right. Blockchain is being discussed as having potential application in legal technology and electronic discovery. But, what exactly is it? How does it work? And, how do you need to be prepared to address it as a legal professional? This CLE-approved* webcast session will discuss, define and describe blockchain and how it applies to legal technology and eDiscovery today and in the future.

2018 was another notable year for eDiscovery case law with several significant rulings that stand to impact eDiscovery practices and the admissibility of evidence. How can these key case law decisions affect discovery within your organization? This CLE-approved* webcast session will cover key 2018 case law decisions covered by the eDiscovery Daily blog and what the legal profession can learn from those rulings.

An examination of key events in 2018 have significantly influenced eDiscovery practices including new data privacy laws, the use of Internet of Things (IoT) devices in discovery, the use (or non-use) of Technology Assisted Review (TAR) and the landmark SCOTUS case regarding accessing cell phone location data without a warrant. This CLE-approved* webcast will discuss the impact of these events and explore predictions for 2019.