Optimizing Legal Processes and Cost-Effective Strategies through Mediation
As digital information increasingly becomes central to conflicts today, mediation can offer a cost-effective and streamlined solution to eDiscovery disputes. Rather than engaging in protracted litigation that exhausts both time and resources, mediation provides parties with the option to collaborate through a third-party mediator. This context supports and encourages negotiation to arrive at mutually acceptable solutions for resolving eDiscovery issues. Mediation for such matters is effective in part due to its ability to narrow the scope of data review and avoid duplication of efforts. As eDiscovery continues to take center stage in conflicts and disputes, attorneys will find knowledge of this alternative to litigation a valuable tool for offering clients a cost-effective and streamlined solution that can promote goodwill and preserve business relationships.
In this CLE seminar, our expert panelists begin by reviewing the role of mediation in the electronic discovery process, highlighting key characteristics such as its advantages and disadvantages, the involved parties, and the mediator's role. Next, our speakers share best practices for attorneys to employ when preparing for eDiscovery mediation, from both mediator and counsel perspectives. Finally, our speakers highlight and distinguish situations where choosing eDiscovery mediation can streamline the process and reduce costs.
Topics covered in this webinar:
Understanding eDiscovery Mediation
Best Practices for Preparing for E-Discovery Mediation
Determining When to Choose Mediation for eDiscovery
Our Mission is to bridge the knowledge gap between law and technology professionals by educating attorneys on technology to attorneys and technology executives on its laws and regulations. Legal Cyber Academy provides a comprehensive tool and evolving knowledge base through exclusive insights from world class cybersecurity, privacy, web 3.0, forensic, and e-discovery legal and technical practitioners. Earn CLE, CPE, and CE credits. (Refunds are available if you do not receive credit) At Legal Cyber Academy We recognize that technology, the cybersecurity threats it faces, and relevant laws and regulation are rapidly evolving, presenting unique challenges and opportunities. Our platform is dedicated to empowering legal professionals with the skills and understanding necessary to navigate the complex landscape of technology in their field, enabling them to effectively advise clients, draft contracts, and navigate legal implications in a technology-driven world. Simultaneously, we strive to equip technology professionals with the legal knowledge they need to make informed decisions, ensure compliance with regulations, and limit liability. By fostering a deep understanding of legal frameworks, we hope to support technology professionals in creating innovative, compliant, and socially conscious technological advancements. Join us in our mission to reshape the way legal professionals and technology experts understand and interact with each other in a rapidly changing technical and legal landscape. Together, they will mitigate risk better, ensure compliance, and actively shape the future of technology and its accompanying laws.
LAW & FORENSICS LLC – FOUNDER; JAMS – NEUTRAL; HARVARD – ADJUNCT;
Danie Garrie, Esq., is the Co-Founder of Law & Forensics LLC, where he heads the Computer Forensics and digital discovery Cybersecurity teams. Daniel has been a dominant voice in the computer forensics and cybersecurity space for the past 20 years, as an attorney and technologist. He is an adjunct professor at Harvard for Computer Forensics, and prior to Law & Forensics, he successfully built and sold several technology start-up companies. Since co-founding Law & Forensics LLC in 2008, Daniel has built it into one of the leading boutique firms specializing in cybersecurity and forensic engineering. He is a mediator, arbitrator, and e-discovery special master for JAMS and is a partner and head of Cybersecurity practice at Zeichner, Ellman & Krause LLP. Daniel earned both a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree in computer science from Brandeis University, as well as a J.D. from Rutgers Law School. Daniel has led cyber and forensic teams in some of the most visible and sensitive incidents in the United States. He and his team have worked globally for two of the top five banks and dozens of the largest private and public companies in the world. In addition, Daniel has been awarded several patents for advanced cybersecurity and forensic platforms he built with his team, including TableTop.AI, CustodyTrack.IO, and Forensic Scan. Daniel is also well-published in the cybersecurity space and has authored more than 200 articles and books. His work is cited by Black’s Law Dictionary 10th Ed. defining the terms 'software', 'internet', and 'algorithm'. Lastly, he has been recognized by several United States Supreme Court Justices for his legal scholarship and is a trusted source and thought leader for cybersecurity articles and opinions, cited over 500 times to date.
Fox Rothschild - Counsel
Mary is an experienced employment and commercial litigator with a track record of success in state and federal courts across a wide range of matters. She defends and advises employers on workplace-related claims, including discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wrongful discharge. Mary also possesses particular fluency in professional liability matters involving lawyers, doctors, accountants, auditors, and real estate agents. She has successfully secured dismissals of seven-figure malpractice claims at the summary judgment stage. Additionally, Mary provides clients with practical guidance to avoid, prevent, and resolve disputes. When litigation cannot be avoided, she develops strategies that align with her clients' financial goals and minimize costs.
JAMS – Neutral; Thomson Reuter - Editor;
Shirish Gupta is an award-winning neutral known for his legal acumen and economic prowess, which makes him particularly adept at diving into complex financial/technical disputes, including IP, securities, accounting, and class actions. Shirish is sought out by Silicon Valley startups as well as Fortune 500 companies. In 2014, The Recorder conducted an extensive survey of Bay Area attorneys and named Shirish the Best Independent Mediator. Shirish is an active, hands-on mediator who works with the parties until the matter is fully resolved. For example, he once mediated a global settlement of all 36 pending and contemplated actions. Prior to joining JAMS, Shirish practiced law with Mayer Brown, Howard Rice, and Flashpoint Law. His practice focused on the areas in which he specializes as a neutral – commercial, securities, class actions, IP, founder disputes, and employment. In 2013, Shirish's mediation skills were recognized when he was recruited to mediate Superstorm Sandy insurance coverage claims in New York. At the peak, he was mediating and resolving 4 claims per day. From 2016 to 2018, Shirish recognized the ongoing harm caused by Sandy and helped resolve homeowner flood insurance claims in New York and New Jersey, taking the time to learn the homeowners’ concerns and helping explain the intricacies of FEMA’s flood insurance policies. Shirish serves as a Lecturer at UC Berkeley Law School and an Adjunct Professor at UC Hastings. He is sought out by law firms and in-house departments for mediation and negotiation training. Shirish has been a leader in the majority and diverse bar associations. He served as Co-Chair of the California State Bar Council of Sections, President of the South Asian Bar of Northern California, and Alternate Regional Governor of the National Asian Pacific American Bar Association. He currently serves in the Intellectual Property Section of the Asian Pacific American Bar Association of Silicon Valley. When not mediating, Shirish can usually be found on a soccer pitch refereeing.
