I had the privilege to speak at the RAND’s Institute for Civil Justice about e-Discovery – a key element in the litigation cycle through which information relevant to the claims and defenses in a matter (documents, data, messages, photos, videos, etc.) is exchanged to shed light on the facts, so that the law can be applied, with justice being the goal.

I was one of an elite group of panelists – Honorable Paul Grimm (Ret.)(now at Duke University School of Law), Judge Beth Jantz (N.D. Illinois), George “Geo” Bellas, Steven Blonder, and our excellent moderator Oral Pottinger). Together, along with active participation from the program attendees, many of whom would also speak on panels, we had a robust discussion about how parties, counsel, and the courts assess proportionality, which is a parameter of scope under the federal rules of civil procedure.

I also had the opportunity to visit with colleagues from across the country – long-time “discovery buddies” – and to make some new friends too!

That is one of the beautiful wonders of the e-Discovery community. We know how to zealously advocate for our clients AND also be good humans when we greet each other.

At Tadler Law LLP, e-Discovery is a niche practice at which we excel to further complement our litigation prowess for which we are renowned. We deploy our skills with the anchors of clear communication, professionalism, and credibility.

Many thanks to Jamie Morikawa for making this program one worthy of attending and for further promoting interest to explore how we all can do better to ensure that our justice system is one we continue to honor and take pride in.