Foundational eDiscovery: A Practical Guide to Early Case Management - Hardcover

Price, John; D'Agostino, Brandon

Hardcover

ISBN 13: 9798308352648

Verlag: Independently published, 2025

Inhaltsangabe

"Foundational eDiscovery" is the essential guide for legal professionals, IT teams, and business leaders navigating the complex world of electronic discovery. Written by industry veterans John Price and Brandon D'Agostino, this practical handbook bridges the gap between legal requirements and technical implementation in the early stages of eDiscovery.

From information governance to identification, preservation, and data collection, readers will learn proven strategies to reduce costs, minimize risks, and ensure defensible eDiscovery processes. The authors provide clear frameworks for managing electronically stored information (ESI), conducting custodian interviews, implementing legal holds, and executing defensible collections. Each chapter includes actionable "quick wins" that teams can implement immediately alongside long-term strategies for building sustainable practices.

This groundbreaking guide stands apart by focusing on the critical early phases of eDiscovery that set the foundation for successful outcomes. Whether you're an experienced eDiscovery professional or new to the field, you'll gain practical insights for bridging the communication gap between legal, IT, and business teams while mastering the fundamentals of modern eDiscovery practices.

The book's five-part structure provides comprehensive coverage of the foundational stages of eDiscovery:

• Part I explores Information Governance as the bedrock of effective eDiscovery
• Part II details the critical Identification phase, including custodian mapping and data source analysis
• Part III covers Preservation strategies and legal hold management
• Part IV guides readers through defensible Collection practices
• Part V prepares teams for downstream Review processes

Each section combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, featuring real-world examples, common pitfalls to avoid, and strategic recommendations. The authors' emphasis on cross-functional collaboration throughout the book helps organizations break down silos between legal, IT, and business units—a crucial factor for eDiscovery success.

With the rapid evolution of workplace technology and growing data volumes, this comprehensive resource arrives at a crucial time. It offers the tools and knowledge needed to build efficient, defensible, and cost-effective eDiscovery programs.

Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: Independently published
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2025
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 13: 9798308352648
• Einband: Gebundene Ausgabe
• Anzahl der Seiten: 206
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