Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.10, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # E-Discovery Consulting E-Discovery Consulting ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [NZ E-Discovery Blog](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/) - Read the latest eDiscovery commentary by Andrew King, New Zealand's only independent eDiscovery Blog looking to raise the awareness of eDiscovery. - [Is it time to simplify your eDiscovery Process?](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/is-it-time-to-simplify-your-ediscovery-process.html) - With today’s ever-increasing data volumes it is important to be able to simplify your discovery process. I have talked a lot recently about eDiscovery becoming over-engineered and eDiscovery products dictating how you undertake your discovery process. In these posts I have highlighted how there is not a ‘one size fits all’ approach to managing eDiscovery, - [Reviewing Email Chains](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/reviewing-email-chains.html) - Email has dramatically transformed how we communicate, but emails, or more precisely the never-ending email chains/threads can still cause many issues in the discovery process. It does surprise me there can still be confusion around email chains. In some ways, emails were yesterday’s challenge as we now have so many different sources of information as - [Proactive, targeted and earlier](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/proactive-targeted-and-earlier.html) - To make real change in eDiscovery, we need to proactively target only the information we need - focusing on the practical eDiscovery requirements much earlier. - [So what is the best eDiscovery solution?](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/so-what-is-the-best-ediscovery-solution.html) - When people hear I provide independent advice on eDiscovery software options, inevitably I still get "So, what's the best eDiscovery software?" But there's no simple answer to that question. It does make me laugh to still get this same question as I did 10+ years ago – sometimes from the same people too ! Like - [Proportionality - Be prepared to back it up](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/proportionality-be-prepared-to-back-it-up.html) - Too often the claim of "proportionality" is an easy ‘out’ to evade potential discovery obligations. Common justifications include: Overwhelming number of documents Too much work required Claiming costs are disproportionate Relying on the court to accept the claim of proportionality While these points might hold merit, substantiating the proportionality argument becomes crucial, as discovery costs - [Don’t let an eDiscovery product solely dictate your discovery process](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/dont-let-an-ediscovery-product-solely-dictate-your-discovery-process.html) - It is becoming increasingly apparent that many are solely relying on eDiscovery product(s) to dictate their discovery process. In doing so, some vital other practices and skills can be ignored. Sometimes I am alarmed to go into an organisation and their whole process and how they work is shaped around how the product works – - [Is eDiscovery becoming over-engineered?](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/is-ediscovery-becoming-over-engineered.html) - Over recent years I often wonder if the eDiscovery process is becoming increasingly over-engineered and sometimes needlessly complicated. - [The ‘AI’ that has been transforming eDiscovery for years](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/the-ai-that-has-been-transforming-ediscovery-for-years.html) - Legal has arguably tinkered around the edges with automation tools for years, but generative AI has brought the conversation into the mainstream. However, not so when it comes to eDiscovery. - [Legalweek 2023 – a New Zealand Perspective](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/legalweek-2023-a-new-zealand-perspective.html) - Last month I joined an estimated 7,000+ others in the legal technology community who converged on the New York Hilton Midtown for Legalweek. Read my highlights - [Looking ahead to Legalweek 23](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/looking-ahead-to-legalweek-23.html) - This coming week I will be in New York for Legalweek, to join 8,000 others in the legal industry to talk everything legal innovation and legal tech. This is a journey I have been making since 2010, although due to the pandemic, it is my first in person since 2019. Just like all the other - [Myth 3 - The matter is too late for eDiscovery software](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/myth-3-the-matter-is-too-late-for-ediscovery-software.html) - If you turn your mind to the practical discovery requirements earlier, the use of E-Discovery Software should never be considered too late ! - [Let's get rid of what we don't need !](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/lets-get-rid-of-what-we-dont-need.html) - The importance of investing time at the outset of eDiscovery to target an approach to remove irrelevant material and get to only what you need. - [Getting to what really matters, quickly and cost effectively](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/getting-to-what-really-matters-quickly-and-cost-effectively.html) - To get to the information that really matters, it is important to invest the time to target your approach - potentially saving thousands for you & your client ! - [Enhancing the value of your eDiscovery champion](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/enhancing-the-value-of-your-ediscovery-champion.html) - Your eDiscovery champion will be expected to continue to learn and improve their expertise, so they can enhance their value to your organisation. - [Who is your eDiscovery champion?](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/who-is-your-ediscovery-champion.html) - To ensure you are best equipped to manage the discovery process efficiently & effectively, having an eDiscovery champion in your organisation is a great start ! - [eDiscovery Software - Gaining a competitive advantage](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/ediscovery-software-gaining-a-competitive-advantage.html) - Law firms are gaining a competitive advantage by outsourcing their eDiscovery requirements. NZ eDiscovery Blog post by Andrew King of E-Discovery Consulting. - [Predictive Coding – facilitating a proportionate eDiscovery process](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/predictive-coding-facilitating-a-proportionate-ediscovery-process.html) - Practicing law today has simply become too expensive to 'eye ball' every document. We need new practices to respond to these challenges to enable lawyers to get to the key documents quickly and cost effectively. The rapid growth of electronic information is substantially increasing the cost of litigation and at the same time brings greater - [Investing time developing a discovery strategy](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/investing-time-developing-a-discovery-strategy.html) - The importance of investing more time at an early stage in preparing a discovery strategy. NZ eDiscovery Blog post by Andrew King of E-Discovery Consulting - [How can we do this better - the opportunity to re-evaluate your eDiscovery software options](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/how-can-we-do-this-better-the-opportunity-to-re-evaluate-your-ediscovery-software-options.html) - Re-evaluate your eDiscovery software options every 12-24 months to ensure you are using the most suitable eDiscovery option(s) available. - [Embracing TAR to reduce the cost & burden of the discovery process](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/embracing-tar-to-reduce-the-cost-burden-of-the-discovery-process.html) - Technology Assisted Review (TAR) is a proven method to get through large volumes - faster, cheaper and more accurate than any human review method ! - [Understanding the potential cost of eDiscovery](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/understanding-the-potential-cost-of-ediscovery.html) - Understanding eDiscovery pricing models (including hidden costs) is essential to appreciate the cost of eDiscovery at an early stage. Find out more ! - [Navigating eDiscovery pricing models](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/navigating-ediscovery-pricing-models.html) - The importance of understanding eDiscovery pricing models to ensure you are getting the right solution for you. See how you can better understand the pricing ! - [Helping find the right eDiscovery solution to suit you](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/helping-find-the-right-ediscovery-solution-to-suit-you.html) - Even if you are currently satisfied with your existing eDiscovery software, it is worth exploring what else is available - to find the right eDiscovery solution. - [Technology Assisted Review – empowering David to tackle Goliath in eDiscovery](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/technology-assisted-review-empowering-david-to-tackle-goliath-in-ediscovery.html) - Technology Assisted Review can help level the playing field, enabling firms to compete with larger firms on matters with large document volumes. - [Shop around when selecting eDiscovery software](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/shop-around-when-selecting-ediscovery-software.html) - Evaluate your eDiscovery software options every 12-24 months to ensure to help in selecting eDiscovery software. Find out how you can start ! - [Read the Rules !](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/read-the-rules.html) - A great starting point to address the issues that we know exist in the discovery process can be by reading the eDiscovery rules ! - [Evaluating eDiscovery software options, every 12-24 months](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/evaluating-ediscovery-software-options-every-12-24-months.html) - Even if you are currently satisfied with your existing eDiscovery software, it is worth evaluating eDiscovery software options to see what else is available. - [Looking for easy wins in your discovery approach](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/looking-for-easy-wins-in-your-discovery-approach.html) - Exploring some easy wins that can just come from some small incremental changes in your approach. Find out how some of these practical steps can help you ! - [Managing New Zealand’s increasing discovery volumes](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/managing-new-zealands-increasing-discovery-volumes.html) - Like the rest of the world, there are increasing eDiscovery volumes in New Zealand, requiring smarter ways to manage this information. Find out how ! - [That is how our client provided the documents to us](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/that-is-how-our-client-provided-the-documents-to-us.html) - It is now more important to be pro-active with the client, collecting documents in the most effective manner possible. Find out how ! - [Using the discovery exchange format that works for you](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/using-the-discovery-exchange-format-that-works-for-you.html) - The discovery checklist requires you to consider the eDiscovery exchange format – the format that works best for you. Find out how ! - [Shop around ! See the eDiscovery software options available](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/shop-around-see-the-ediscovery-options-available.html) - It has never been a better opportunity to shop around in evaluating eDiscovery software. "If you don’t like a product, or it doesn’t work for you – move on !" - [Go hard, go early...](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/go-hard-go-early.html) - In reducing the cost of E-Discovery, we need to turn our mind to the practical discovery requirements, much earlier in the process. - [The AI transforming the practice of law](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/the-ai-transforming-the-practice-of-law.html) - A great example of AI transforming law is the success of TAR in the eDiscovery process should continue to lay the foundations for further AI adoption - [Go hard, and go even earlier...](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/go-hard-and-go-even-earlier.html) - The importance to go hard and even earlier to turn our mind to the practical discovery requirements, much earlier in the eDiscovery process. - [Exploring some misconceptions with eDiscovery software](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/exploring-some-misconceptions-with-ediscovery-software.html) - Exploring some common misconceptions with eDiscovery software, to help demonstrate its value. Find out more ! - [Myth 1 – Using non-eDiscovery tools for eDiscovery](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/myth-1-using-non-ediscovery-tools-for-ediscovery.html) - Exploring the value of dedicated tools for eDiscovery software. Clients expect their law firms to have ready access to an effective eDiscovery solution. - [Myth 2 - The matter is too small for eDiscovery software](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/myth-2-the-matter-is-too-small-for-ediscovery-software.html) - Even though the matter may appear too small for eDiscovery Software, eDiscovery tools can be valuable for any matter, regardless of the size ! - [Myth 4 - eDiscovery is too costly and complicated](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/myth-4-ediscovery-is-too-costly-and-complicated.html) - eDiscovery is too costly ? Many mistakes made in the discovery process are made at an early stage, which can prove very costly later in the proceeding. - [What to look for in eDiscovery software?](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/what-to-look-for-in-ediscovery-software.html) - Find out what you should consider to help select the right eDiscovery software for you ! Evaluate your E-Discovery software options ever 12-24 months. - [How to change your eDiscovery solution?](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/how-to-change-your-ediscovery-solution.html) - Even if you are currently satisfied with your existing eDiscovery solution, it is worth exploring what else is out there. - [Some simple eDiscovery methods can still be effective](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/some-simple-ediscovery-methods-can-still-be-effective.html) - Many effective eDiscovery methods can still be those that are simple and have been used for years – as long as they are thoroughly considered - [Exploring the limitations of keyword search terms](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/exploring-the-limitations-of-keyword-search-terms.html) - Exploring the limitations of keyword search terms - how they will not find what you are looking for unless they are carefully crafted & refined if necessary. - [“Simplifying Discovery Obligations” – Starts with more robust case management](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/simplifying-discovery-obligations-starts-with-more-robust-case-management.html) - Simplifying eDiscovery Obligations - find out how more robust case management can help target discovery to the matter at hand. - [Improving the effectiveness of keyword search terms](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/improving-the-effectiveness-of-keyword-search-terms.html) - Explore practical steps to improve the effectiveness of keyword search terms, giving you a much better chance of finding what you are searching in eDiscovery. - [10 years is a long time in eDiscovery](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/10-years-is-a-long-time-in-ediscovery.html) - Reflecting on some of the changes in eDiscovery, with best practices to approach eDiscovery, together with some of the technology that is now available. - [eDiscovery or Discovery – the objective remains the same !](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/ediscovery-or-discovery-the-objective-remains-the-same.html) - Whether we decide to call it eDiscovery or Discovery, the objective remains the same . We just need to be be more proactive, targeted earlier in the process. - ['Discovery' or 'eDiscovery' - the process remains the same](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/discovery-or-ediscovery-the-process-remains-the-same.html) - The eDiscovery process is still the same as the discovery process was, or is. Just because we have added an “e” it doesn’t mean the obligations are any different. What has changed is how we prepare for and manage the discovery process. - [Nuix acquisition of Ringtail creates powerful ‘end-to’end’ eDiscovery offering](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/nuix-acquisition-of-ringtail-creates-powerful-end-toend-ediscovery-offering.html) - Today we have had the announcement that Nuix has acquired Ringtail to provide an ’end-to-end’ eDiscovery solution. This announcement probably trumps all other movements in an eDiscovery market that has experienced considerable change recently, with acquisitions and providers deploying tools that may have historically been competitors. You can read some press announcements here – https://blog.aceds.org/mary-mack-with-the-inside-scoop-on-nuix-and-ringtail/ - [Are your redactions as secure as you think?](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/are-your-redactions-as-secure-as-you-think.html) - A look at issues with redacting documents. Update from Andrew King of E-Discovery Consulting and The NZ E-Discovery Blog - [The move to front-loading the discovery process](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/the-move-to-front-loading-the-discovery-process.html) - Parties are now expected to carry out more upfront work in advance of the first CMC. Those that invest time planning for discovery will be in a more informed position to develop their overall case strategy, ensuring a more successful and cost effective discovery process. - [Why are we still manually listing documents?](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/why-are-we-still-manually-listing-documents.html) - Capturing information in its native electronic file format with the extracted metadata removes the need to manually list documents. NZ eDiscovery Blog post by Andrew King of E-Discovery Consulting. - [New Continuing Professional Development obligations for lawyers](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/new-continuing-professional-development-obligations-for-lawyers.html) - The New Zealand Law Society has introduced new rules requiring lawyers to undertake a mandatory Continuing Professional Development (CPD) programme. These rules require lawyers to plan and undertake at least 10 hours of CPD activities each year. The first full CPD year commences on 1 April 2014, although a 6 month transitional period commenced on - [Lord Justice Jackson: "New Zealand is ahead of us"](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/lord-justice-jackson-nz-is-ahead-of-us.html) - Lord Justice Jackson’s recommendations on e-discovery. Commentary from Andrew King of The NZ E-Discovery Blog and E-Discovery Consulting. - [E-Discovery presents challenges and requires new skills](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/e-discovery-presents-challenges-and-requires-new-skills.html) - The importance of acquiring new skills and expertise to tackle ediscovery effectively. Update from Andrew King of E-Discovery Consulting and The NZ E-Discovery Blog - [I still haven’t found what I am searching for…](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/i-still-havent-found-what-i-am-searching-for.html) - An article of mine published in LawTalk, highlighted how keyword search terms will not find what you are looking for unless they are carefully crafted & refined if necessary. - [What might happen to New Zealand legal services and lawyers?](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/what-might-happen-to-new-zealand-legal-services-and-lawyers.html) - We should ask “how can we do this better – to deliver legal services that are more efficient, profitable, whilst providing greater value and outcomes for their clients.” - [Information Governance ANZ to hold New Zealand Launch](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/information-governance-anz-to-hold-new-zealand-launch.html) - Information Governance ANZ is holding its New Zealand launch event in Wellington on Thursday the 23rd of March. The NZ launch follows successful Australian launch events. - [Final draft of the new NZ discovery rules released](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/nz-e-discovery-rules.html) - Final draft of new NZ discovery rules. Commentary from Andrew King of The NZ E-Discovery Blog regarding NZ eDiscovery reforms. - [New discovery rules commence 1 Feb 2012](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/discovery-rules-commence-1-feb-2012.html) - New discovery rules commence 1 Feb 2012 - details of new discovery rules. Update from Andrew King of The NZ E-Discovery Blog. - [Rules Committee approves new NZ discovery rules](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/rules-committee-approves-new-discovery-rules.html) - Rules Committee approves new NZ discovery rules. Update from Andrew King of The NZ E-Discovery Blog regarding NZ eDiscovery reforms. - [Removing the uncertainty – new discovery rules](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/removing-the-uncertainty.html) - Removing the uncertainty – new discovery rules. Update from Andrew King of The NZ E-Discovery Blog. - [New discovery rules – training sessions](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/new-discovery-rules-training-sessions.html) - Training sessions to help prepare firms for the new discovery rules. Update from Andrew King of The NZ E-Discovery Blog. - [Continuing to promote the new discovery rules](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/continuing-to-promote-the-new-discovery-rules.html) - Raising the awareness and preparing firms for the new rules. Update from Andrew King of The NZ E-Discovery Blog and E-Discovery Consulting. - [NZ Law Society seminars: Judicial endorsement of new discovery rules](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/nz-law-society-seminars.html) - NZ Law Society seminars: Roundup of sessions on new discovery rules. Update from Andrew King of The NZ E-Discovery Blog and E-Discovery Consulting. - [Launch of new E-Discovery CPD Seminars](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/e-discovery-cle-seminars.html) - E-Discovery Consulting have launched a programme of CLE Seminars to provide practical training to legal professionals to assist with tackling E-Discovery. - [A day in the life of an E-Discovery Consultant](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/a-day-in-the-life-of-an-e-discovery-consultant.html) - A profile of the work of an e-discovery consultant. Update from Andrew King of E-Discovery Consulting and The NZ E-Discovery Blog - [Raising the Bar – a look at the NZBA Annual Conference](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/raising-the-bar.html) - Raising the Bar – a report on the NZ Bar Association Conference. Update from Andrew King of The NZ E-Discovery Blog. - [NZ E-Discovery reform – a global context: #1 – Early cooperation at the heart of discovery reforms](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/early-cooperation.html) - Early cooperation at the heart of discovery reforms. Articles by Andrew King of The NZ E-Discovery Blog, looking at NZ E-Discovery reform from a global context - [NZ E-Discovery reform – a global context: #5 – Exchange Protocols](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/exchange-protocols.html) - Exchange Protocols. Articles by Andrew King of The NZ E-Discovery Blog, looking at NZ E-Discovery reform from a global context. - [New resource for the new discovery rules](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/new-discovery-rules.html) - Dedicated webpage for the new discovery rules, including access to the Discovery Checklist and Listing and Exchange Protocol. Update from Andrew King of E-Discovery Consulting - [Reducing the reliance on traditional paper based discovery methods](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/reducing-the-reliance-on-traditional-paper-based-discovery-methods.html) - In today’s digital world almost all information is generated electronically, but many still rely on traditional paper based discovery methods. This reliance on a paper based approach will only add significant burden and cost to the discovery process. Traditional practices are becoming unsustainable Many traditional practices can lead to avoidable expense. Managing electronic documents in - [NZ E-Discovery reform – a global context: #3 – New reasonable search obligations](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/reasonable-search.html) - New reasonable search obligations. Articles by Andrew King of The NZ E-Discovery Blog, looking at NZ E-Discovery reform from a global context. - [NZ E-Discovery reform – a global context: #2 – A Proportionate approach to discovery](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/proportionate-approach-to-discovery.html) - A Proportionate approach to discovery. Articles by Andrew King of The NZ E-Discovery Blog, looking at NZ E-Discovery reform from a global context. - [NZ E-Discovery reform – a global context: #4 – The effective use of technology](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/effective-use-of-technology.html) - The effective use of technology. Articles by Andrew King of The NZ E-Discovery Blog, looking at NZ E-Discovery reform from a global context. - [The importance of discussing the electronic exchange format](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/the-importance-of-discussing-the-electronic-exchange-format.html) - The importance of discussing the electronic exchange format with the other parties at an early stage cannot be underestimated. The Discovery Checklist (which was introduced as part of the new discovery rules in New Zealand in February 2012), expects parties to discuss the format for the listing and exchange of documents, on all matters. There - [Overview of the 2nd Annual New Zealand eDiscovery Conference](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/overview-of-the-2nd-annual-new-zealand-ediscovery-conference.html) - Review of the 2nd Annual New Zealand E-Discovery Conference held in Auckland by Andrew King of E-Discovery Consulting. - [Preview of the Legal Technology Stream](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/preview-of-the-legal-technology-stream.html) - An in-depth look at the Legal Technology Stream for the New Zealand Law & Technology Conference being held in Auckland on March 18 2015. - [Highlights of the Legal Technology Stream](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/highlights-of-the-legal-technology-stream.html) - An overview of the New Zealand Law and Technology Conference, looking at the highlights from the Legal Technology Stream. - [New Zealand Bar Association supports the 2nd Annual New Zealand eDiscovery Conference](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/new-zealand-bar-association-supports-the-2nd-annual-new-zealand-ediscovery-conference.html) - The New Zealand Bar Association (NZBA) has been confirmed as a supporting association for the 2nd Annual New Zealand eDiscovery Conference. The Conference is taking place at the Stamford Plaza in Auckland on Wednesday the 19th of March 2014. The 2nd Annual New Zealand eDiscovery Conference is again presented by E-Discovery Consulting and EY on the - [LawFest - A look back at New Zealand's premier legal innovation and technology event](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/lawfest-new-zealands-premier-legal-innovation-and-technology-event.html) - It has been a busy last few months. On the 17th of May I ran LawFest, where over 200 people from law firms, in-house legal teams and the technology industry joined some of New Zealand’s leading legal technology thinkers at the Langham in Auckland. It was great to see the amount of energy and interest - [NZBA Annual Conference – promoting the use of technology](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/nzba-annual-conference-promoting-the-use-of-technology.html) - NZ Bar Association Annual Conference – promoting the use of technology to assist the work of barristers. Update from Andrew King of The NZ E-Discovery Blog. - [Launch of the New Zealand Legal Tech Index](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/launch-of-the-new-zealand-legal-tech-index.html) - The New Zealand Legal Technology Index is the 'go to' resource for New Zealand legal professionals to find legal tech products and services. - [Review of LawFest 2018](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/review-of-lawfest-2018.html) - Last month over 250 legal professionals from corporate organisations, law firms and government attended LawFest 2018. LawFest is now regarded as one of New Zealand's must do legal conferences. - [Join me at LawFest 2018](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/join-me-at-lawfest-2018.html) - LawFest 2018 is back on 8 March 2018 at The Langham in Auckland. The one-day conference is the one event legal professionals should attend every year. LawFest provides an opportunity for anyone involved in the intersection of technology and the law to develop their knowledge and immerse themselves in the latest topics and trends in - [Are you approaching eDiscovery in the most effective way possible?](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/are-you-approaching-ediscovery-in-the-most-effective-way-possible.html) - Discovery practices continue to evolve, largely due to impact of technology. Yet these are also exciting times, as we can approach discovery more effectively to remove much of the cost, complication and burden. Recently LawTalk published an article of mine – “Are you approaching eDiscovery in the most effective way possible?”. The article highlighted how - [Paper is still not going away...yet!](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/paper-is-still-not-going-away-yet.html) - I probably said 5 years ago (maybe longer) that the days of paper are numbered. Sure, there is more electronic material, but paper is still not going away. Often it is not paper itself, but the decisions made by legal professionals to deal with documents in paper format. Like all aspects of the discovery process - [Let’s dig a little deeper into what I do !](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/lets-dig-a-little-deeper-into-what-i-do.html) - Exploring my approach which is focused on smarter ways to approach eDiscovery to help achieve a more efficient and cost effective discovery process. - [Renewed Interest in eDiscovery Software](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/renewed-interest-in-ediscovery-software.html) - There is renewed interest in eDiscovery software in New Zealand as more law firms are going to market and exploring the options available. - [What is the Best eDiscovery Software?](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/what-is-the-best-ediscovery-software.html) - To help find the right eDiscovery solution it is increasingly important to get an independent perspective to explore the many options that are now available. - [But it worked in the past...](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/but-it-worked-in-the-past.html) - What worked in the past may no longer be the most effective way to address your discovery requirements. There are now smarter ways to tackle the discovery process. - [eDiscovery does not need to be complicated](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/ediscovery-does-not-need-to-be-complicated.html) - The objective of discovery should be to get only what you need and do so it a way that is quick and cost effective. - [Ensuring technology is used efficiently and effectively](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/ensuring-technology-is-used-efficiently-and-effectively.html) - There is a difference between using technology and using it efficiently and effectively. Too often technology is deployed in a way that just replicates paper practices. - [New Zealand's Commerce Commission and SFO invest in Relativity eDiscovery software](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/new-zealands-commerce-commission-and-sfo-invest-in-relativity-ediscovery-software.html) - The New Zealand Commerce Commission and Serious Fraud Office (SFO) have recently invested in Relativity as their preferred eDiscovery solution. Both organisations now have the tools to help them more effectively manage evidence in their investigations. - [Don’t shape your practices around the capabilities of your software](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/dont-shape-your-practices-around-the-capabilities-of-your-software.html) - Even if you are currently satisfied with your existing eDiscovery option, it is worth seeing what else is available. You should evaluate your eDiscovery software options every 12-24 months. - [What do you want to achieve with your eDiscovery software?](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/what-do-you-want-to-achieve-with-your-ediscovery-software.html) - It is increasingly important to firstly, consider what you want to achieve. Considering the software options in many circumstances will be your final consideration - [Technology Assisted Review – Enabling you to Work Smarter](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/technology-assisted-review-enabling-you-to-work-smarter.html) - Recently there have been some good commentaries on the use of Technology Assisted Review ("TAR") in the discovery process. The first was an excellent guide to the TAR process from leading eDiscovery Consultant Terry Harrison, who is based in South Africa. The other was a case study by Australian litigation support provider Law In Order, - [eDiscovery does not need to be costly or complicated](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/ediscovery-does-not-need-to-be-costly-or-complicated.html) - eDiscovery is not expensive, eDiscovery done badly is ! Too often I hear “I just find eDiscovery so complex and frustrating and usually turns out to be more expensive than I expected”. But it does not have to be this way. The objective of the discovery process should be to get only what you need - [LegalTech in New Zealand: the developments and opportunities](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/legaltech-in-new-zealand-the-developments-and-opportunities.html) - Like many other countries there has been substantial change in New Zealand over recent years with the development of the LegalTech industry. Recently LawTalk published an in-depth feature looking at the Legal tech in New Zealand. Together with Gene Turner of LawHawk, I was one of the people interviewed by LawTalk editor Geoff Adlam. You can read the full - [It may have worked in the past, but now…](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/it-may-have-worked-in-the-past-but-now.html) - The rationale “We have always done discovery this way” no longer cuts it ! What may have worked 10 years ago, last year, or last week may no longer be the most effective way to manage the discovery process. In the past we did not face the volumes of electronic information that are now present - [Turn your mind to discovery early](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/turn-your-mind-to-discovery-early.html) - Far too often parties turn their minds to the practical requirements of discovery far too late in the process. If we are to reduce the time and cost of the discovery process, then it is essential that how to tackle discovery is considered at an early stage. With today’s proliferation of information, coupled with Court - [LegalTech 2019 – a New Zealand Perspective](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/legaltech-2019-a-new-zealand-perspective.html) - This week I joined an estimated 8,000 others in the legal technology community who converged on the New York Hilton Midtown for LegalTech. This was the 38th edition of LegalTech, which for the past three years has been part of the larger Legalweek. The format includes concurrent events with LegalCIO, LegalMarketing, Business of Law Forum, and LegalDiversity - [Join me at LawFest 2019](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/join-me-at-lawfest-2019.html) - LawFest 2019 is back on 21 March at The Cordis in Auckland. LawFest is the one event you should attend in 2019 to help you practice law more efficiently, today and into the future. The one-day conference provides a platform for legal professionals to hear from those that are innovating and explore opportunities to help - [Happy E-Discovery Day !](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/happy-e-discovery-day.html) - Today is the 4th annual E-Discovery Day across the globe. Here in New Zealand, we are ahead of the rest of the world (well, in time zone anyway), so we get to celebrate before others. A day devoted to just eDiscovery, surely not? For many of us that live and breathe eDiscovery (and have done - [Managing eDiscovery more efficiently](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/managing-ediscovery-more-efficiently.html) - The eDiscovery process presents the legal profession with new challenges requiring new skills to manage efficiently. NZ eDiscovery Blog post by Andrew King of E-Discovery Consulting. - [Growing litigation support options in NZ](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/growing-litigation-support-options-in-nz.html) - More litigation support options now available in NZ to assist firms comply with new electronic discovery rules. Update from Andrew King from E-Discovery Consulting and The NZ E-Discovery Blog - [AccessData visit NZ to promote the new Summation](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/accessdata-visit-nz-to-promote-the-new-summation.html) - Information on the ReDiscover Summation launch in New Zealand. Update from Andrew King of E-Discovery Consulting and the NZ E-Discovery Blog. - [Strong Judicial Presence for Chilli IQ’s E-Discovery Summit](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/strong-judicial-presence-for-chilli-iqs-e-discovery-summit.html) - Preview of Chilli IQ’s E-Discovery Summit in Sydney on the 19th and 20th of June 2012. Update from Andrew King of E-Discovery Consulting and the NZ E-Discovery Blog. - [A busy few weeks in e-discovery](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/a-busy-few-weeks-in-e-discovery.html) - A look back at a the last few weeks in the ediscovery space in New Zealand. Update from Andrew King of E-Discovery Consulting and The NZ E-Discovery Blog - [A week in Australian E-Discovery](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/australian-ediscovery.html) - An overview of a week in Australia visiting ediscovery providers and attending the Chilli IQ E-Discovery Summit. Update from Andrew King of E-Discovery Consulting - [E-Discovery seminar promotes the importance of cooperation and proportionality](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/e-discovery-seminar-promotes-the-importance-of-cooperation-and-proportionality.html) - A summary of the Auckland District Law Society’s seminar on E-Discovery. Update from Andrew King of E-Discovery Consulting and The NZ E-Discovery Blog - [Managing eDiscovery in New Zealand Conference – 13 February 2013](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/managing-ediscovery-in-new-zealand-conference-13-february-2013.html) - The Managing eDiscovery in New Zealand Conference is presented by Ernst & Young and E-Discovery Consulting, taking place in Auckland on 13 February 2013 - [Calling potential sponsors - New Zealand eDiscovery Conference](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/calling-potential-sponsors-new-zealand-ediscovery-conference.html) - Ernst & Young and E-Discovery Consulting are looking for sponsors and exhibitors to join with them to help develop the e-discovery industry in New Zealand. The Managing eDiscovery in New Zealand Conference is the first of its kind in New Zealand being held in Auckland on the 13th of February 2013. The Conference is an - [New Zealand eDiscovery Conference – Early Bird Discount extended to 25 January](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/new-zealand-ediscovery-conference-early-bird-discount-extended-to-25-january.html) - Ernst & Young and E-Discovery Consulting have extended the Early Bird Discount for the Managing eDiscovery in New Zealand Conference until the 25th of January. - [New Zealand eDiscovery Conference – Merrill Corporation confirmed as a sponsor](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/merrill-corporation-confirmed-as-a-sponsor.html) - Merrill Corporation are sponsoring the Managing eDiscovery in New Zealand Conference in Auckland on 13 February 2013 - [New Zealand eDiscovery Conference – Nuix confirmed as a sponsor](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/nuix-confirmed-as-a-sponsor.html) - Nuix are sponsoring the Managing eDiscovery in New Zealand Conference in Auckland on 13 February 2013 - [Understanding the practical impact of the High Court Discovery Rules 12 months on](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/high-court-discovery-rules-12-months-on.html) - Electronic discovery in New Zealand has grown significantly over the last year and there is a clear need for an event which allows NZ practitioners to develop their knowledge of this evolving area. Ernst & Young and E-Discovery Consulting have joined forces to present the Managing eDiscovery in New Zealand Conference. The conference is taking - [New Zealand eDiscovery Conference – one week to go](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/new-zealand-ediscovery-conference-one-week-to-go.html) - We are now less than a week away from New Zealand's inaugural eDiscovery Conference. The Managing eDiscovery in New Zealand Conference is presented by Ernst & Young and E-Discovery Consulting. The event is being held in Auckland at the Stamford Plaza on Wednesday the 13th of February. The conference is specifically designed to look at - [New Zealand eDiscovery Conference – Symantec confirmed as a sponsor](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/new-zealand-ediscovery-conference-symantec-confirmed-as-a-sponsor.html) - Symantec are sponsoring the Managing eDiscovery in New Zealand Conference in Auckland on 13 February 2013 - [New Zealand eDiscovery Conference – Vound confirmed as an exhibitor](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/new-zealand-ediscovery-conference-vound-confirmed-as-an-exhibitor.html) - Vound are exhibiting at the Managing eDiscovery in New Zealand Conference in Auckland on 13 February 2013 - [New Zealand eDiscovery Conference – see who is coming](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/new-zealand-ediscovery-conference-see-who-is-coming.html) - Registrations are still coming in just a couple of days out from New Zealand's inaugural eDiscovery Conference. The event is being held in Auckland at the Stamford Plaza this coming Wednesday (13th of February). At last count we had over 90 attendees for the event. Firms attending include – Anderson Creagh Lai, Anderson Lloyd, Anthony - [New Zealand eDiscovery Conference – an overview](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/overview-of-nz-ediscovery-conference.html) - On Wednesday 13th of February, New Zealand's inaugural eDiscovery Conference took place at the Stamford Plaza in Auckland. The event was organised by Ernst & Young and my company E-Discovery Consulting, as we joined forces to assist in raising the awareness of eDiscovery in New Zealand. The conference was a one day event specifically designed - [New Zealand eDiscovery Conference – eDiscovery Tools confirmed as a sponsor](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/ediscovery-tools-confirmed-as-a-sponsor.html) - eDiscovery Tools are sponsoring the Managing eDiscovery in New Zealand Conference in Auckland on 13 February 2013 - [LegalTech New York 2013 – a New Zealand perspective](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/legaltech-new-york-2013-a-new-zealand-perspective.html) - A New Zealand perspective on all the developments from LegalTech 2013 in New York. Update from Andrew King from E-Discovery Consulting and The NZ E-Discovery Blog - [Raising awareness of electronic discovery](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/raising-awareness-of-ediscovery.html) - A summary of the inaugural New Zealand eDiscovery Conference. Update from Andrew King from E-Discovery Consulting and The NZ E-Discovery Blog - [Jo Sherman to chair Chilli IQ Information Governance and E-Discovery Summit](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/lawfest/jo-sherman-to-chair-chilli-iq-information-governance-and-e-discovery-summit.html) - Jo Sherman of EDT (eDiscovery Tools) is to chair the Chilli IQ Information Governance & eDiscovery Summit, taking place in Sydney on the 12th and 13th of June at the Sheraton on the Park. Jo has been involved in the legal technology, eDiscovery and Courts space for over 20 years now. She has unique expertise - [Preview of the Chilli IQ Information Governance and E-Discovery Summit](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/preview-of-the-chilli-iq-information-governance-and-e-discovery-summit.html) - Chilli IQ’s Information Governance & eDiscovery Summit is only a few weeks away, taking place in Sydney on the 12th and 13th of June at the Sheraton on the Park. The Chilli IQ event has long been acknowledged as the leading event on the Australian eDiscovery scene. New challenges – making informed decisions The exponential - [E-Discovery – Australian Style](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/e-discovery-australian-style.html) - I spent last week in Sydney attending the 7th Chilli IQ Information Governance & eDiscovery Summit. The Chilli IQ event has become somewhat of an institution on the eDiscovery landscape ‘downunder’ as it attracts the major local players in the industry. Overview of the Chilli IQ E-Discovery Summit Like last year, I will direct those - [EDT to host New Zealand lunch forums](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/edt-to-host-new-zealand-lunch-forums.html) - EDT is holding a series of lunch forums next month in New Zealand. The forums are to discuss the impacts and opportunities presented by emerging technology trends and the likely ramifications of our new discovery rules. The purpose of this event is to canvass the views regarding the needs of New Zealand law firms and - [EDT lunch forums promote best practices and raises awareness](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/edt-lunch-forums-promote-best-practices-and-raises-awareness.html) - Legal software provider EDT hosted a series of lunch forums last week in New Zealand to discuss issues and trends relating to eDiscovery and legal technology and help raise the awareness in the industry. Forums were held in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch with invited guests from the industry, including representatives from law firms, corporations, regulators - [Save the date - 2nd Annual New Zealand eDiscovery Conference – 19 March 2014](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/save-the-date-2nd-annual-new-zealand-ediscovery-conference-19-march-2014.html) - E-Discovery Consulting and Ernst & Young have again joined forces to present the 2nd Annual New Zealand eDiscovery Conference. - [2nd Annual New Zealand eDiscovery Conference - Sponsorship Opportunities](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/2nd-annual-new-zealand-ediscovery-conference-sponsorship-opportunities.html) - E-Discovery Consulting and Ernst & Young are looking for sponsors and exhibitors to join with them to support the 2nd Annual New Zealand eDiscovery Conference - [Browning Marean to deliver International keynote at the 2nd Annual New Zealand eDiscovery Conference](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/browning-marean-to-deliver-international-keynote-at-the-2nd-annual-new-zealand-ediscovery-conference.html) - Internationally renowned eDiscovery expert and senior counsel, Browning Marean from DLA Piper in the United States will be delivering the International Keynote session at the 2nd Annual New Zealand eDiscovery Conference - [Judge Harvey to deliver Judicial keynote at the 2nd Annual New Zealand eDiscovery Conference](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/judge-harvey-to-deliver-judicial-keynote-at-the-2nd-annual-new-zealand-ediscovery-conference.html) - Internationally renowned eDiscovery Judge, His Honour Judge David Harvey will be delivering the Judicial Keynote session at the 2nd Annual New Zealand eDiscovery Conference - [Law In Order sponsors the 2nd Annual New Zealand eDiscovery Conference](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/law-in-order-sponsors-the-2nd-annual-new-zealand-ediscovery-conference.html) - Law in Order has been confirmed as a sponsor of the 2nd Annual New Zealand eDiscovery Conference. The Conference is taking place at the Stamford Plaza in Auckland on Wednesday the 19th of March 2014. Law In Order is the leading supplier of document processing services to the Australian legal industry. Established in 1999, Law - [Discounted accommodation rates for the 2nd Annual New Zealand eDiscovery Conference](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/discounted-accommodation-rates-for-the-2nd-annual-new-zealand-ediscovery-conference.html) - E-Discovery Consulting and EY have secured discounted accommodation rates at the Stamford Plaza for attendees of the 2nd Annual New Zealand eDiscovery Conference. The conference is being held in Auckland on the 19th of March 2014. The rates secured have been discounted by up to 50% off the standard rates. Space at these discounted rates is - [Super Saver discount closing soon for 2nd Annual New Zealand eDiscovery Conference](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/super-saver-discount-closing-soon-for-2nd-annual-new-zealand-ediscovery-conference.html) - The Super Saver discount for the 2nd Annual New Zealand eDiscovery Conference is closing on the 20th of December. The Super Saver rate provides delegates with a $200 discount off the standard registration price. Many law firms and government departments have already taken advantage of the super saver discount. $200 Super Saver discount The 2nd - [Building on the success of the inaugural New Zealand eDiscovery Conference](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/building-on-the-success-of-the-inaugural-new-zealand-ediscovery-conference.html) - The 2nd Annual New Zealand eDiscovery Conference will build on the success of the inaugural Managing eDiscovery in New Zealand conference held in February 2013. The conference is presented by E-Discovery Consulting and EY, taking place at the Stamford Plaza in Auckland on the 19th of March 2014. The inaugural event attracted over 100 participants - [EDT sponsors 2nd Annual New Zealand eDiscovery Conference](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/edt-sponsors-2nd-annual-new-zealand-ediscovery-conference.html) - EDT has been confirmed as one of the main sponsors for the 2nd Annual New Zealand eDiscovery Conference. The Conference is taking place at the Stamford Plaza in Auckland on Wednesday the 19th of March 2014. EDT is a recognized international provider of technology that manages discovery, disputes, investigations, and litigation. For over ten years, - [Nuix sponsors the 2nd Annual New Zealand eDiscovery Conference](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/nuix-sponsors-the-2nd-annual-new-zealand-ediscovery-conference.html) - Nuix has been confirmed as Gold sponsor for the 2nd Annual New Zealand eDiscovery Conference. The Conference is taking place at the Stamford Plaza in Auckland on Wednesday the 19th of March 2014. Nuix is a worldwide provider of information management technologies, including eDiscovery, electronic investigation and information governance software. Nuix solutions scale to meet the - [Sponsorship opportunities still available](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/sponsorship-opportunities-still-available.html) - There are still sponsorship opportunities available for organisations that want to be part of New Zealand’s leading eDiscovery and legal technology event. The 2nd Annual New Zealand eDiscovery Conference is taking place at the Stamford Plaza in Auckland on the 19th of March 2014. We have been fortunate to attract leading eDiscovery providers with Nuix, - [EDT offers free LegalTech New York passes for NZ delegates](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/edt-offers-free-legaltech-new-york-passes-for-nz-delegates.html) - One of the sponsors of our 2nd Annual New Zealand eDiscovery Conference, EDT is offering a limited number of free delegate passes to LegalTech New York 2014 for any signed up delegates for the March New Zealand conference. The delegate passes are valued at $1,495.00 (US Dollars). EDT has recently expanded into the US with - [Symantec sponsors the 2nd Annual New Zealand eDiscovery Conference](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/symantec-sponsors-the-2nd-annual-new-zealand-ediscovery-conference.html) - Symantec has been confirmed as a sponsor for the 2nd Annual New Zealand eDiscovery Conference. The Conference is taking place at the Stamford Plaza in Auckland on Wednesday the 19th of March 2014. Symantec Enterprise Vault in conjunction with the Clearwell eDiscovery platform are the leading and most comprehensive archiving and eDiscovery solutions on the - [Recommind sponsors the 2nd Annual New Zealand eDiscovery Conference](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/recommind-sponsors-the-2nd-annual-new-zealand-ediscovery-conference.html) - Recommind has been confirmed as a sponsor for the 2nd Annual New Zealand eDiscovery Conference. The Conference is taking place at the Stamford Plaza in Auckland on Wednesday the 19th of March 2014. In the age of Big Data, Information is the lifeblood of organisations. At Recommind we make breakthrough software applications that harness the - [Tom Gelbmann to deliver International keynote at the 2nd Annual New Zealand eDiscovery Conference](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/tom-gelbmann-to-deliver-international-keynote-at-the-2nd-annual-new-zealand-ediscovery-conference.html) - Internationally renowned eDiscovery expert Tom Gelbmann of Gelbmann & Associates, LLC will be delivering an International Keynote session at the 2nd Annual New Zealand eDiscovery Conference. The Conference is taking place at the Stamford Plaza in Auckland on Wednesday the 19th of March 2014. Tom Gelbmann is the principal of Gelbmann & Associates, LLC, a consulting - [Early Bird discount closing soon for 2nd Annual New Zealand eDiscovery Conference](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/early-bird-discount-closing-soon-for-2nd-annual-new-zealand-ediscovery-conference.html) - The Early Bird discount for the 2nd Annual New Zealand eDiscovery Conference is closing on the 19th of February. Many law firms, barristers, corporate organisations and government departments have already registered to take advantage of the discounted rates. Most organisations involved in litigation are represented in some capacity. The 2nd Annual New Zealand eDiscovery Conference - [Looking back on LegalTech New York 2014](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/looking-back-on-legaltech-new-york-2014.html) - LegalTech 2014 is over for another year and since I am now back in New Zealand (and having the chance to thaw out), I have now found the opportunity to share my observations from the latest iteration of the industry’s leading Legal Technology event. This year’s LegalTech will be remembered by the cold and the snow - [FTI sponsors the 2nd Annual New Zealand eDiscovery Conference](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/fti-sponsors-the-2nd-annual-new-zealand-ediscovery-conference.html) - FTI has been confirmed as a Silver sponsor for the 2nd Annual New Zealand eDiscovery Conference. The conference is taking place at the Stamford Plaza in Auckland on Wednesday the 19th of March 2014. About FTI FTI Technology is the E-Discovery Practice of FTI Consulting (NYSE:FCN). Corporations and their law firms choose FTI Technology to - [Large number of Regulators attending the 2nd Annual New Zealand eDiscovery Conference](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/large-number-of-regulators-attending-the-2nd-annual-new-zealand-ediscovery-conference.html) - There is a large contingent of delegates registered from regulatory organisations and government agencies for the 2nd Annual New Zealand eDiscovery Conference. The conference is taking place at the Stamford Plaza in Auckland on Wednesday the 19th of March 2014. The Serious Fraud Office (SFO), Financial Markets Authority (FMA), Commerce Commission, Crown Law and the Inland - [InfocentriK sponsors the New Zealand eDiscovery Conference](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/infocentrik-sponsors-the-new-zealand-ediscovery-conference.html) - InfocentriK has been confirmed as one of the sponsors of the 2nd Annual New Zealand eDiscovery Conference. The conference is taking place at the Stamford Plaza in Auckland on Wednesday the 19th of March 2014. About InfocentriK If you have eDiscovery challenges, InfocentriK can offer you one solution! We deliver world-class Information Management solutions offering you a complete Information - [NZ eDiscovery Conference introduces leading eDiscovery providers](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/nz-ediscovery-conference-introduces-leading-ediscovery-providers.html) - Some of the world’s leading eDiscovery and legal technology providers are participating in the 2nd Annual New Zealand eDiscovery Conference. Nuix, EDT, FTI, Symantec, Recommind, Law In Order and InfocentriK are all sponsoring the event, which takes place in Auckland at the Stamford Plaza on the 19th of March. We are fortunate to have Nuix, EDT and - [Final programme confirmed for the New Zealand eDiscovery Conference](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/final-programme-confirmed-for-the-new-zealand-ediscovery-conference.html) - The final programme with all the confirmed speakers has been finalised for the 2nd Annual New Zealand eDiscovery Conference. The conference is taking place in Auckland at the Stamford Plaza on the 19th of March. Many law firms, barristers, corporate organisations and government agencies have already registered with many of the organisations involved in litigation - ["Kangaroos don’t move backwards" – Chilli IQ eDiscovery Summit overview](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/kangaroos-dont-move-backwards.html) - An overview of the Chilli IQ 8th Annual Information Governance & eDiscovery Summit. NZ eDiscovery Blog post by Andrew King of E-Discovery Consulting - [One week away from the New Zealand eDiscovery Conference](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/one-week-away-from-the-new-zealand-ediscovery-conference.html) - We are now less than one week away from the 2nd Annual New Zealand eDiscovery Conference. The event is being held in Auckland at the Stamford Plaza on the 19th of March. The event will provide an awareness of the evolving issues and complexities in managing electronic information, and importantly, provide delegates with a practical - [Two days away from the New Zealand eDiscovery Conference](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/two-days-away-from-the-new-zealand-ediscovery-conference.html) - There are only limited tickets available for the 2nd Annual New Zealand eDiscovery Conference being held at the Stamford Plaza in Auckland this Wednesday. The 2014 event will build on the success of the inaugural event in 2013 which attracted over 100 participants. The conference has now developed into New Zealand’s leading eDiscovery and - [LegalTech - World's largest legal technology event](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/legaltech-worlds-largest-legal-technology-event.html) - The significance of LegalTech and the importance of keeping abreast of latest developments in E-Discovery. Post by Andrew King of eDiscovery Consulting. - [Preview of the Chilli IQ 8th Information Governance & eDiscovery Summit](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/preview-of-the-chilli-iq-8th-information-governance-ediscovery-summit.html) - A preview of the 8th Information Governance & eDiscovery Summit in Sydney on 17th & 18th June. NZ eDiscovery Blog post by Andrew King of E-Discovery Consulting - [SAVE THE DATE: NZ Law & Technology Conference - 18 March 2015](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/save-the-date-nz-law-and-technology-conference.html) - The New Zealand Law & Technology Conference is being held at the Pullman hotel in Auckland on 18 March 2015 - [EDT to host luncheon launching their New Zealand hosted solutions](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/edt-launch-new-zealand-hosted-solution.html) - EDT is hosting a luncheon in Auckland on 24 July to present a ECA case study and announce its new cloud hosted solutions for the New Zealand market. NZ eDiscovery Blog post by Andrew King of E-Discovery Consulting - [Launch of our monthly eDiscovery Update](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/launch-of-our-monthly-ediscovery-update.html) - We have established a monthly eDiscovery Update to help organisations demystify the challenges they face with managing today's increasing volumes of electronic information. Each month I will gather eDiscovery and legal technology resources from New Zealand and around the globe, designed to help simplify the discovery process for law firms and their clients. Hopefully the - [EDT promote a fresh approach to eDiscovery](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/edt-promote-a-fresh-approach-to-ediscovery.html) - Review of the EDT lunch forum in New Zealand presenting a ECA case study and announcing its new cloud hosted solutions. NZ eDiscovery Blog post by Andrew King of E-Discovery Consulting - [ALPMA supports the NZ Law & Technology Conference](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/alpma-supports-the-nz-law-and-technology-conference.html) - The Australasian Legal Practice Management Association (ALPMA) has been confirmed as a supporting organisation for the New Zealand Law & Technology Conference. - [Judge Harvey to deliver the Judicial Keynote at the NZ Law & Technology Conference](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/judge-harvey-to-deliver-the-judicial-keynote.html) - New Zealand's leading technology Judge, His Honour Judge David Harvey will be delivering the Judicial Keynote session at the New Zealand Law & Technology Conference. - [Nigel Murray to deliver Keynote at the NZ Law & Technology Conference](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/nigel-murray-to-deliver-keynote.html) - Leading eDiscovery and legal technology expert Nigel Murray will be delivering the International Keynote at the New Zealand Law & Technology Conference. - [Workshop provides a grounding on eDiscovery Basics](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/workshop-provides-a-grounding-on-ediscovery-basics.html) - E-Discovery Consulting has designed an 'eDiscovery 101 - Back to Basics' workshop prior to the NZ Law & Technology Conference. The workshop will provide a grounding in the practical requirements of the eDiscovery process. - [LegalTech 2015 – a New Zealand Perspective](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/legaltech-2015-a-new-zealand-perspective.html) - A look back at LegalTech 2015 in New York, the worlds largest legal technology/eDiscovery event. NZ E-Discovery Blog post from Andrew King of eDiscovery Consulting. - [Preview of the Legal and eDiscovery Stream](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/preview-of-the-legal-and-ediscovery-stream.html) - An in-depth look at the Legal and eDiscovery Stream for the New Zealand Law & Technology Conference being held in Auckland on March 18 2015. - [Preview of the Technology Demonstration Stream](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/preview-of-the-technology-demonstration-stream.html) - An in-depth look at the Technology Demonstration & Case Studies Stream for the New Zealand Law & Technology Conference being held in Auckland on March 18 2015. - [Highlights of the Legal and eDiscovery Stream](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/highlights-of-the-legal-and-ediscovery-stream.html) - An overview of the New Zealand Law and Technology Conference, looking at the highlights from the Legal and eDiscovery Stream. - [Overview of the New Zealand Law and Technology Conference](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/overview-of-the-nz-law-and-technology-conference.html) - An overview of the New Zealand Law and Technology Conference held at the Pullman Hotel in Auckland on the 18th of March 2015. - [Highlights of the Technology Demonstration Stream](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/highlights-of-the-technology-demonstration-stream.html) - Overview of the New Zealand Law and Technology Conference, looking at the highlights of the Technology Demonstration and Case Studies Stream. - [NZ Law & Technology Conference returns](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/nz-law-and-technology-conference-returns.html) - The 4th Annual New Zealand Law & Technology Conference is being held at the Pullman in Auckland. The event provides a platform for anyone involved in the intersection of technology and the law to develop their knowledge in this fast changing area. - [LegalTech 2017 – a New Zealand Perspective](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/legaltech-2017-a-new-zealand-perspective.html) - A New Zealand perspective on the largest and most important legal technology event of the year, LegalTech which has just concluded in New York. - [LawFest: New Zealand's Premier Legal Innovation & Technology Event](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/lawfest-new-zealands-premier-legal-innovation-technology-event.html) - LawFest is in Auckland on 17 May 2017. It’s the one event legal professionals will be attending to discover how technology and innovation can impact them, their firms and their clients. - [Judge David Harvey joins as an advisor to the NZ Law & Technology Conference](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/judge-david-harvey-to-advise-nz-law-and-technology-conference.html) - New Zealand’s leading technology Judge, His Honour Judge David Harvey will be assisting the NZ Law & Technology Conference in an advisory capacity. Judge Harvey will also be involved in a Judicial Roundtable and will deliver the final legal keynote at the conference. - [The Annual Trek to LegalTech New York](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/the-annual-trek-to-legaltech-new-york.html) - LegalTech is the largest and premier legal technology event on the calendar. In this post I outline some of the reasons why legal technology professionals from around the globe make their way to New York each year. - [LegalTech 2016 - a New Zealand Perspective](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/legaltech-2016-a-new-zealand-perspective.html) - A New Zealand perspective on the largest and most important legal technology event of the year, LegalTech which has just concluded in New York. - [Rod Drury to deliver Keynote at the NZ Law & Technology Conference](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/rod-drury-of-xero-to-present-keyote.html) - We are excited to announce Xero CEO and founder Rod Drury as the opening keynote for NZ Law & Technology Conference. The event is being held in Auckland on the 11th of May. - [Getting the most out of attending the NZ Law & Technology Conference](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/getting-the-most-out-of-attending-nz-law-and-technology-conference.html) - A helpful guide with tips of how to gain greater value from attending the New Zealand Law & Technology Conference. - [Looking back on the NZ Law & Technology Conference](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/nz-law-and-technology-conference-2016.html) - A review of the NZ Law & Technology Conference. New Zealand's premier legal technology event was one of the best law and technology events yet. - [See you at the NZ Law & Technology Conference](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/see-you-at-the-nz-law-and-technology-conference.html) - New Zealand's premier legal technology event provides a platform to educate, showcase and encourage greater adoption of technology by lawyers and their firms. - [Ari Kaplan Podcast - Why Legal Tech Conferences Have Become a Global Phenomenon](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/ari-kaplan-podcast-why-legal-tech-conferences-have-become-a-global-phenomenon.html) - Recently I was fortunate to be interviewed by leading legal tech thought leader Ari Kaplan in one of his Reinventing Professionals podcasts. Ari's podcasts "share insights with industry leaders shaping the next generation of legal and professional services". On the podcast we talked LawFest and legal technology in New Zealand, together with why legal tech - [Achieving a more efficient discovery process](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/achieving-a-more-efficient-discovery-process.html) - Commentary by Andrew King of The NZ E-Discovery Blog, looking at NZ discovery reform and more efficient and proportionate discovery. - [Launch of ‘The NZ E-Discovery Blog’](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/launch-of-the-nz-e-discovery-blog.html) - Launch of The NZ E-Discovery Blog. Raising the awareness of E-discovery. Facilitating proportionate and efficient ediscovery. E-Discovery Consulting - [NZ E-Discovery reform - a global context](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/nz-e-discovery-reform-a-global-context.html) - Looking at the NZ e-discovery reform from a global perspective. - [Get advice before you buy](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/get-advice-before-you-buy.html) - ‘Get advice before you buy’ – Seek experienced independent advice prior to purchasing legal software. Update from Andrew King of The NZ E-Discovery Blog. - [Providing technology options for small matters](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/technology-options-for-small-matters.html) - Technology options for small matters. Update from Andrew King of The NZ E-Discovery Blog and E-Discovery Consulting. - [New discovery rules – being more informed at an earlier stage](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/new-discovery-rules-being-more-informed-at-an-earlier-stage.html) - The advantages of being more informed about your information. Update from Andrew King from E-Discovery Consulting and The NZ E-Discovery Blog - [Lawyers embracing technology – has the iPad been the catalyst for change?](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/has-the-ipad-been-the-catalyst-for-change.html) - The impact of the iPad and tablet devices on more lawyers seeing the benefit in embracing technology. Update from Andrew King from The NZ E-Discovery Blog - [LegalTech New York 2012 – a NZ perspective](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/legaltech-ny-2012.html) - A New Zealand perspective on all the developments from LegalTech 2012 in New York. Update from Andrew King from E-Discovery Consulting and The NZ E-Discovery Blog - [Embracing an Electronic Documents Questionnaire](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/embracing-an-electronic-documents-questionnaire.html) - Using the UK Electronic Documents Questionnaire to assist with the new NZ e-discovery rules. Update from Andrew King from E-Discovery Consulting and The NZ E-Discovery Blog - [Raising the awareness of electronic discovery](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/raising-the-awareness-of-electronic-discovery.html) - Raising the awareness of electronic discovery in New Zealand. Update from Andrew King from E-Discovery Consulting and The NZ E-Discovery Blog - [A Judicial Commentary on New Zealand’s New Discovery Rules](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/a-judicial-commentary-on-new-zealands-new-discovery-rules.html) - Commentary on an article by Judge Harvey outlining the new discovery rules that apply in New Zealand. Update from Andrew King of E-Discovery Consulting and the NZ E-Discovery Blog. - [Chilli IQ’s E-Discovery Summit - Raising the awareness of electronic discovery](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/chilli-iq-e-discovery-summit.html) - Preview of Chilli IQ’s E-Discovery Summit in Sydney on the 19th and 20th of June 2012. Update from Andrew King of E-Discovery Consulting and the NZ E-Discovery Blog. - [Launch of The E-Discovery Update](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/launch-of-the-e-discovery-update.html) - A compilation of today's E-Discovery news from around the globe. An update from Andrew King of E-Discovery Consulting and The NZ E-Discovery Blog - [E-Discovery software - options for small firms with small matters](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/e-discovery-software-options.html) - An insight into ediscovery software options. Update from Andrew King of E-Discovery Consulting and The NZ E-Discovery Blog - [Keeping track of the Jackson Reforms](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/the-jackson-reforms.html) - A look at the new Jackson Reforms that commence in the UK in April 2013. Update from Andrew King of E-Discovery Consulting and The NZ E-Discovery Blog - [Facilitating a forensic search](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/facilitating-a-forensic-search.html) - Growing adoption of tools that simplify the process of navigating large volumes of electronic information. Update from Andrew King of E-Discovery Consulting - [Finding the right e-discovery software](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/finding-the-right-e-discovery-software.html) - Important to seek independent advice to find the right e-discovery software. Update from Andrew King of E-Discovery Consulting and The NZ E-Discovery Blog - [Keyword searching – is there a better option?](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/keyword-searching.html) - A look at the limitations of keyword searching. Update from Andrew King of E-Discovery Consulting and The NZ E-Discovery Blog - [Don’t let your choice of eDiscovery software turn into the next Novopay situation !](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/dont-let-your-choice-of-ediscovery-software-turn-into-the-next-novopay-situation.html) - The importance of seeking indpendent advice at an early stage to find the right eDiscovery software. NZ eDiscovery Blog post by Andrew King of E-Discovery Consulting - [Managing information electronically](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/managing-information-electronically.html) - It has now been over 12 months since the new discovery rules commenced in New Zealand, but it is apparent that many may not be realising the full potential of the rules. One observation I have found is there are a number of people that are not managing their information electronically. Many are still carrying - [The rise of Legal Process Outsourcing](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/the-rise-of-legal-process-outsourcing.html) - Outsourcing parts of the eDiscovery process helps law firms focus on what they do best - the practice of law. Update from Andrew King of E-Discovery Consulting and The NZ E-Discovery Blog - [Adopting logical document numbering](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/adopting-logical-document-numbering.html) - The importance of parties agreeing a logical document numbering format. Update from Andrew King of E-Discovery Consulting and The NZ E-Discovery Blog - [Greg O’Reilly joins Recommind to grow Asia Pacific presence](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/greg-oreilly-joins-recommind-to-grow-asia-pacific-presence.html) - Greg O’Reilly has joined Recommind as the Regional Manager for Asia Pacific. Greg will spearhead Recommind’s growth plans for the region with Recommind’s eDiscovery and Information Governance solutions. Recommind has been acknowledged as one of the leaders in unstructured data management, analysis and governance technology. Many in the eDiscovery industry will be aware of Recommind through its Predictive - [NuLegal promotes the Predictive Coding message in Australia](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/nulegal-promotes-the-predictive-coding-message-in-australia.html) - Australian litigation support provider NuLegal has been hosting a series of lunch seminars throughout Australia promoting Predictive Coding using Equivio Zoom. Yesterday I was fortunate to be able to attend the event they held in Brisbane. Mark de Bruyn from NuLegal and Jon Prideaux of Clayton Utz joined forces to present the seminar, focusing on a - [Reinforcing the requirements of the discovery checklist](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/reinforcing-the-requirements-of-the-discovery-checklist.html) - A discovery checklist was introduced as part of the new discovery rules that came into force in New Zealand in February 2012. Parties must now address a discovery checklist on all matters and then discuss the issues raised with the other parties to agree the scope and practical arrangements for conducting discovery. The checklist provides - [Counting down to LegalTech 2014 – a NZ perspective](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/counting-down-to-legaltech-2014.html) - We are only a week away from LegalTech 2014, when anybody that is involved with legal technology converges on New York for the largest eDiscovery and legal technology event of the year. The show is taking place in New York from the 4th-6th of February, as always at The Hilton New York in midtown Manhattan. - [A New Zealand Predictive Coding success story](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/a-new-zealand-predictive-coding-success-story.html) - Australian litigation Support provider Law in Order recently published a case study about how Predictive Coding, using kCura's Relativity Assisted Review was successfully used on a large New Zealand litigation. The Law In Order case study can be found here. The matter in the case study was one where I was engaged by the global corporate client - [eDiscovery software talking to each other](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/ediscovery-software-talking-to-each-other.html) - The leading eDiscovery software now talk to each other with data able to be migrated between systems. NZ eDiscovery Blog post by Andrew King of E-Discovery Consulting. - [Judiciary & industry experts promote proactive use of technology](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/judiciary-industry-experts-promote-proactive-use-of-technology.html) - An overview of the Information Governance Roundtable hosted by e.law and Nuix in Sydney. NZ eDiscovery Blog post by Andrew King of E-Discovery Consulting - [Recommind head to New Zealand for Axcelerate 5 Launch Party](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/recommind-head-to-new-zealand-for-axcelerate-5-launch-party.html) - Recommind is holding a launch in Auckland on the 8th of May for Axcelerate 5. NZ eDiscovery Blog post by Andrew King of E-Discovery Consulting - [Don’t Press Print !](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/dont-press-print.html) - Printing electronic information is adding unnecessary burden and expense to the discovery process. NZ eDiscovery Blog post by Andrew King of E-Discovery Consulting - [Recommind raise eDiscovery expectations in New Zealand](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/recommind-raise-ediscovery-expectations-in-nz.html) - Overview of the Recommind Axcelerate 5 launch in Auckland. NZ eDiscovery Blog post by Andrew King of E-Discovery Consulting - [An opportunity to re-evaluate eDiscovery software options](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/an-opportunity-to-re-evaluate-ediscovery-software-options.html) - The annual licencing model of eDiscovery software provides the opportunity for firms re-evaluate their options each year. NZ eDiscovery Blog post by Andrew King of E-Discovery Consulting. - [Browning Marean – An International eDiscovery Ambassador](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/browning-marean-an-international-ediscovery-ambassador.html) - A few days ago we heard the sad news that Browning Marean of DLA Piper had passed away. Browning Marean was a true international eDiscovery ambassador. The contribution he made to eDiscovery touched so many throughout the world. He travelled the world over conveying positive eDiscovery messages. Wherever in the world any legal technology event - [New Zealand Bar Association supports the NZ Law & Technology Conference](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/nzba-supports-the-nz-law-and-technology-conference.html) - The New Zealand Bar Association (NZBA) has again been confirmed as a supporting organisation for the New Zealand Law & Technology Conference. - [LDM Global opens new Sydney eDiscovery Data Centre](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/ldm-global-opens-new-sydney-ediscovery-data-centre.html) - Global eDiscovery provider LDM Global has recently opened a new data centre in Sydney. - [There are just too many documents for us to review...](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/there-are-just-too-many-documents-for-us-to-review.html) - If you are going to argue that your discovery obligations are too vast, it is important to substantiate that argument and ensure you have investigated the most effective options that today's technologies and methods bring. - [But, we have always done discovery this way...](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/but-we-have-always-done-discovery-this-way.html) - Just because you have always carried out discovery in a particular way, it doesn’t mean that there are not more effective practices available. - [Ebborn Law launch new VLaw™ system](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/ebborn-law-launch-new-vlaw-system.html) - New VLaw™ system is designed to enable people to access legal services over the internet. VLaw™ is a practical example of how a New Zealand law firm is using technology to help them deliver more effective legal services. - [Getting rid of what you don’t want](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/getting-rid-of-what-you-dont-want.html) - One of the problems today is the considerable increase in irrelevant information in most discovery exercises. We can however do a lot more in assisting lawyers to look at more potentially relevant material. - [Positive signs in the New Zealand eDiscovery journey](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/positive-signs-in-the-new-zealand-ediscovery-journey.html) - eDiscovery practices have come a long way in the past few years in New Zealand, but we still have a long way to go in this journey. More law firms are realising that they require greater guidance to manage some of today’s increased eDiscovery challenges. - [Improving the application of keyword search terms](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/improving-the-application-of-keyword-search-terms.html) - The problem is not the search terms, but the method in which they are applied. An effective approach should involve testing, sampling and then potentially refining terms as required. - [Don't wait until it is too late](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/dont-wait-until-it-is-too-late.html) - Lawyers often seek assistance far too late in the discovery process. Turning attention to discovery far too late in the process diminishes the value that specialist expertise can provide. - [NuLegal adopts Everlaw's eDiscovery Software](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/nulegal-adopts-everlaw-for-ediscovery-review.html) - NuLegal is now offering Everlaw as its eDiscovery review platform. Everlaw will be available for clients in Australia and New Zealand. - [New Player Hits the eDiscovery Market](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/new-player-hits-the-ediscovery-market.html) - Sky Discovery have launched to provide a new eDiscovery offering to the Australian and New Zealand markets. They will be running leading eDiscovery software Relativity by kCura. - [Documents or should it be ESI ?](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/documents-or-should-it-be-esi.html) - Many still refer to information that is mostly electronic as simply 'documents'. This traditional understanding can lose sight of where and in what format other evidence may reside. - [Do we need Judicial Permission?](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/do-we-need-judicial-permission.html) - Do we need to ask the Court to use technology to improve the effectiveness and reduce the time and cost of the discovery process? Lawyers still have the same obligation to carry out discovery, regardless of the approach they take. - [Increasing the acceptance of Technology Assisted Review](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/increasing-the-acceptance-of-technology-assisted-review.html) - Due to the escalating time, cost and burden of the discovery process we must look to use technology more effectively. The use of technology assisted review should at least be one of the options that is considered. - [Prioritising what we look at](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/prioritising-what-we-look-at.html) - Technology assisted review can assist legal teams prioritise what they look at. Grouping similar content together can assist lawyers get to the key documents quicker, cheaper and more accurately than traditional practices. - [Why are we holding TAR to a higher account?](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/why-are-we-holding-tar-to-a-higher-account.html) - Many still hold the use of technology assisted review to a higher account to what they do more traditional practices. Human review in most instances is no longer feasible or the 'Gold Standard' that many may have perceived it as. - [When to consider using Technology Assisted Review?](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/when-to-consider-using-technology-assisted-review.html) - When considering the use of technology assisted review too often the question centres on the volumes involved. Other considerations may be your time frames and the resources that you have at your disposal. - [What do I do?](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/what-do-i-do.html) - Helping explain what eDiscovery is and what an eDiscovery consultant does has never been easy - luckily today we have some topical examples. - [Five years is a long time in eDiscovery](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/five-years-is-a-long-time-in-ediscovery.html) - Looking back at the past five years with the changes eDiscovery in New Zealand, together with my role and the value that I provide. - [Common Frustrations with eDiscovery Software](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/common-frustrations-with-ediscovery-software.html) - Law firms don't have to put up with the issues that many experience with their eDiscovery software. There has never been a better time to explore other options. - [The Importance of Understanding Your eDiscovery Software Requirements](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/the-importance-of-understanding-your-ediscovery-software-requirements.html) - It is increasingly important to understand your eDiscovery requirements before you embark on the exercise of selecting the software that is right for you. - [Understanding Your Client’s eDiscovery Software Requirements](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/understanding-your-clients-ediscovery-software-requirements.html) - Just as law firms need to understand their eDiscovery requirements, some providers also need to do more to understand what the requirements of their potential clients are. - [Paper still exists in eDiscovery](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/paper-still-exists-in-ediscovery.html) - We can lose sight that there is still a lot of paper in the discovery process. We need to explore options to manage paper more efficiently, as paper has not and maybe will not disappear ! - [Increasing Acceptance of Technology Assisted Review](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/increasing-acceptance-of-technology-assisted-review.html) - My article in the Information Governance ANZ newsletter, explored TAR & how these decisions will help increase the acceptance of TAR in Australia & New Zealand - [Efficiently Managing Paper in eDiscovery](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/efficiently-managing-paper-in-the-ediscovery-process.html) - Exploring the option of an offshore coding provider to list documents is one way that we can substantially reduce the cost and burden of your discovery process. - [Exploring Offshore Coding to List Documents](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/exploring-offshore-coding-to-list-documents.html) - An offshore coding provider to list documents is a great option to reduce the cost & burden of your discovery process. Give me a shout if you want to find out more ! - [Looking ahead to LegalTech (and now Legalweek)](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/looking-ahead-to-legaltech-and-now-legalweek.html) - A look ahead to LegalTech, which is part of the new Legalweek. There is a broader focus on issues impacting the business of law, including technology & innovation. - [Substantiating your proportionality argument](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/substantiating-your-proportionality-argument.html) - If you are going to seek a proportionate discovery order, then be sure that you can substantiate your proportionality argument. - [The NZ E-Discovery Blog named as one of the top 60 eDiscovery Blogs](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/the-nz-e-discovery-blog-named-as-one-of-the-top-60-ediscovery-blogs.html) - Like others, I too was surprised, yet pleased to be ranked at number 50 in a list of Top 60 eDiscovery Blogs and Websites For eDiscovery Professionals put together by Feedspot. Even though there are far more recognisable people internationally, I am pleased to be included in this high calibre list. I suggest you checkout - [How one lawyer used Technology Assisted Review to save their client thousands](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/how-one-lawyer-used-technology-assisted-review-to-save-their-client-thousands.html) - Technology Assisted Review (“TAR”), can be a great enabler for firms that need to be nimble and innovate to compete with large firms. A perfect example was a matter I managed for a New Zealand law firm, that helped save their client thousands of dollars. Australian litigation support provider, Law In Order has produced an - [Do you get what you pay for?](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/blog/do-you-get-what-you-pay-for.html) - Often you do get what you pay for, but also you do not always need all that you are paying for. 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Let us assist with issues with Proportionality, Scope, Process & Costs. - [eDiscovery Software Advice](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/services/e-discovery-software-independent-advice/) - We provide independent eDiscovery Software Advice on the most suitable e-discovery software to suit your requirements. - [Search and Review Strategy](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/services/search-and-review-strategy/) - Let us help help you devise an effective eDiscovery search and review strategy for your matter will help to provide benefits later in proceeding. - [Discovery Strategy](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/services/ediscovery-strategy/) - We can assist you in devising an eDiscovery Strategy tailored to the matter to help you manage discovery efficiently and cost effectively. - [Services](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/services/) - Our eDiscovery Services can guide you through the discovery process, helping you meet your legal obligations as well as the practical discovery requirements. - [eDiscovery Healthcheck](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/services/healthcheck/) - Our eDiscovery Healthcheck can provide an independent and fresh perspective to help you tackle the discovery process efficiently and cost effectively. - [FAQs](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/about-us/faq/) - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Who is E-Discovery Consulting? We provide independent and expert eDiscovery consulting services for lawyers, law firms and their clients. We can guide you through the entire discovery process, helping you meet your legal obligations as well as the practical discovery requirements – from start to finish. Our founder Andrew King is - [Past Law & Technology Events](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/events/past-law-technology-events/) - Past Law & Technology Events We have been running eDiscovery and legal technology events since 2013. The flagship event is LawFest, which is New Zealand’s premier legal technology and innovation event. The event provides a platform for legal professionals to discover technology and develop a greater understanding of how technology can impact them, their firms - [NZ Law & Technology Conference (2016)](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/events/2016-conference/) - New Zealand Law and Technology Conference Together with Warren Dunn of EY, I organise the New Zealand Law and Technology Conference. The 4th Annual New Zealand Law & Technology Conference is taking place at the Pullman Hotel in Auckland on the 11th of May 2016. The New Zealand Law and Technology Conference provides a platform for anyone - [NZ Law & Technology Conference (2015)](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/events/2015-conference/) - New Zealand Law & Technology Conference E-Discovery Consulting and EY have again joined forces to present the New Zealand Law & Technology Conference. The event is taking place at the Pullman Hotel in Auckland on Wednesday the 18th of March 2015. The New Zealand Law and Technology Conference will provide a platform for anyone involved in the intersection - [New Zealand eDiscovery Conference](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/events/new-zealand-ediscovery-conference/) - Managing eDiscovery in New Zealand Conference – 13 February 2013 E-Discovery Consulting and Ernst & Young have joined forces to present the Managing eDiscovery in New Zealand Conference. The Conference is taking place at the Stamford Plaza in Auckland on Wednesday the 13th of February 2013. Understanding the practical impact of the High Court Discovery Rules - [2nd Annual New Zealand eDiscovery Conference](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/events/2nd-annual-new-zealand-ediscovery-conference/) - 2nd Annual New Zealand eDiscovery Conference – 19 March 2014 E-Discovery Consulting and EY have again joined forces to present the 2nd Annual New Zealand eDiscovery Conference. The Conference is taking place at the Stamford Plaza in Auckland on Wednesday the 19th of March 2014. The inaugural New Zealand eDiscovery Conference held in 2013 attracted over - [Maximising the use of technology](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/events/cpd-seminars/maximising-the-use-of-technology/) - Maximising the use of technology We can provide a CPD seminar about how your organisation can maximise the use of technology. Many organisations adopt various technology solutions, but often they are not using their software in a way that is both efficient and cost effective. Most of this comes down to a lack of awareness - [Emerging Technologies](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/events/cpd-seminars/emerging-technologies/) - Emerging Technologies We provide a CPD seminar that looks at emerging technologies to assist the electronic discovery process. The session helps provide more information about new technologies that are being used both internationally and locally. Technology is constantly evolving, so it is important that you keep abreast of the changes. The eDiscovery software you used on a - [E-Discovery tools and best practices ](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/events/cpd-seminars/e-discovery-tools/) - E-Discovery tools and best practices We can provide a CPD seminar that updates you on all the tools and best practices to help you with electronic discovery. As well as looking at the tools available locally, we can provide you with an insight of leading tools and best practices being used internationally. The session helps explain - [Understanding and Managing e-discovery costs ](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/events/cpd-seminars/understanding-and-managing-e-discovery-costs/) - Understanding & Managing e-discovery costs Predicting electronic discovery costs can be difficult. We provide a CPD seminar designed to provide a greater understanding of eDiscovery costs enabling you to more effectively manage the cost of electronic discovery. This seminar will assist you in understanding what the various stages of the electronic discovery process may cost. The - [E-Discovery for small matters](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/events/cpd-seminars/e-discovery-for-small-matters/) - E-Discovery for small matters We provide a CPD seminar that addresses electronic discovery for small matters. This session will assist firms that frequently deal with small volumes of information by providing tools and strategies to simplify their discovery requirements. "We only have small cases we do not do eDiscovery" All matters have the same court - [Search and Review Strategies](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/events/cpd-seminars/search-and-review-strategies/) - Search and Review Strategies With the new discovery rules, it is important to devise a search and document review strategy that is both proportionate and cost effective. The focus of this session is to walk you through the potential search strategies. With the new discovery rules, it is important to have a search strategy in - [E-Discovery for in-house counsel ](https://www.e-discovery.co.nz/events/cpd-seminars/e-discovery-for-in-house-counsel/) - E-Discovery for in-house counsel We provide a CLPD seminar that is specifically designed to cover electronic discovery issues for in-house counsel and corporate organisations. 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