Legalworks Second Annual e-Disclosure Forum

Something in London…!

The disclosure of electronic information, records retention practices and the new Practice Direction to Part 31 of the CPR continue to present struggles to practitioners and litigation support managers in the United Kingdom.The Practice Direction to Part 31 of the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR) now specifies certain factors which the Court should take into account in determining whether a search for electronic documents is reasonable and proportionate. What is meant by “electronic documents?” What are your new obligations with respect to electronic data? Are you prepared?

West Legalworks, the pioneer in the education of professionals in the United States on eDisclosure, electronic discovery and records retention practices, presents this second annual eDisclosure Forum. This comprehensive one-day conference is your chance to hear the opinions of some the leading figures in eDisclosure and records retention from both sides of the Atlantic who will analyse and offer solutions to the day to day issues faced by solicitors, barristers, litigation support managers, paralegals and their clients in England and Wales.The programme will focus on the state of the industry in the UK and examine the current and emerging trends in eDisclosure and records management practices. Bring your most pressing questions and challenging problems. The distinguished panel of experts will answer your questions during the sessions as well as during the networking luncheon and reception.Achieve all this in one day Hear from the Honourable Master Whitaker and the Honourable James C. Francis, IV of the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York on proportionality and costs. Learn from the experience of leading eDisclosure experts on how to address such issues as minimising escalating costs of electronic document review, disclosure of metadata, format of disclosure and whether a communication gaps exists between lawyers and technology. Tips from corporate counsel on establishing effective records retention policies and managing electronic evidence in global corporations. An in depth examination of the impact of the Practice Direction under Part 31 of the CPR on eDisclosure and records retention practices… and how to make both more manageable and less expensive.

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