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White Papers & Fact Sheets

Applied Discovery provides clients with current information about the law and technology related to the practice of electronic discovery. Our current White Papers and Fact Sheets are listed below.
White Papers
- Applying the Legal Hold: Tips for Preserving Evidence in High-Stakes Litigation
Corporate practices around retention/destruction of electronically stored information has never been more important. This white paper includes tips on document retention and destruction policies during a legal hold, managing multiple holds, terminology, communication between the legal and IT departments and more.
- Electronic Discovery Best Practices: The Secret to Success
This white paper provides an overview of e-discovery case law and tips for implementing electronic discovery best practices including "ten tips for implementing electronic discovery best practices."
- Elements of a Good Document Retention Policy
From creating and implementing a formal policy to preventing sanctions, this white paper covers all elements of a good document retention policy.
- Embedded Information in Electronic Documents
Why Meta Data Matters Meta data describes how, when, and by whom an electronic document was created, modified, and transmitted. Use this insightful white paper to learn how to use meta data to bolster your case and streamline document review.
- Implementing an Effective Electronic Discovery Response Plan
Creating a successful electronic discovery response plan is not much different from traditional discovery. Learn the key steps and players required to develop an efficient and effective action plan.
- Native File Review: A Primer
Gain a better understanding of native file review, native file production, and the court requirements surrounding native files.
- Six Advantages of the Amended Federal Rules of Civil Procedure
This white paper explores how the newly amended Federal Rules of Civil Procedure may help reduce or eliminate some of the burdens associated with the cost of e-discovery for corporations.
- Top 10 Tips to Prepare for FRCP Changes
The amended Federal Rules of Civil Procedure will have an impact on litigators, in-house counsel, and other attorneys with responsibility for providing companies with general corporate governance advice. The 10 tips in this white paper are aimed at giving all those affected a practical approach to readiness for the new rules.
Fact Sheets
- 5 Steps to Gathering Data Effectively
Learn how to skillfully gather potentially responsive documents by creating an effective data-gathering plan.
- Bulk Tagging Best Practices
Streamline Management of Duplicate Documents, Conversation Threads and Family Groups
- Choosing Media to Transport Data for Electronic Discovery
Factors to Consider in Comparing Common Options
- Considerations for Selecting a Form of Production
When it comes to electronic discovery, the form of production is not a simple matter governed by a flat rule, but rather it is a balance of a number of considerations. Learn how different forms of production may be appropriate for different discovery requests.
- Designing and Implementing a Document Review and Production Strategy
As the document manager for the case, the legal assistant or paralegal can facilitate an efficient and seamless review process by following five steps.
- How Many Pages in a Gigabyte?
Although the actual number of pages cannot be determined accurately until the data is actually processed, it is possible to provide a ballpark estimate before a project begins.
- Prepare for E-Discovery in Four Easy Steps: Identify the Who, What, Where, and When
Gathering the answers to four simple questions-who, what, where, and when-will position you to handle electronic discovery effectively in any case.
- Preserving Chain of Custody in E-Discovery
This fact sheet focuses on a crucial component of a discovery project: how to maintain a chain of custody log for all data gathered throughout the life of the case.
- Quick Guide to Copying Client Data
One of the most common pitfalls made by attorneys in managing electronic data is to inadvertently alter client electronic files through the use of improper copying methods. Use this fact sheet as a guide to ensure the integrity of client electronic files.
- Storing and Transporting Media Safely
Taking proper care of the media can significantly reduce the chances of data loss. This fact sheet provides general tips to help avoid potential damage to media during shipping and storage.
- Applied Discovery Security and Infrastructure
Physical security environment and information security environment explained in detail
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New ABA E-Discovery Resource on FRCP Amendments
The Discovery Revolution: E-Discovery Amendments to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, by Lewis and Roca LLP partner George L. Paul, Esq. and J.H. Cohn LLP director of IT security auditing Bruce H. Nearon, CPA. Order your copy from the ABA today...
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