Project Management in Electronic Discovery: An Introduction to Core Principles of Legal Project Management and Leadership In eDiscovery

In a rapidly evolving legal environment, law firms, corporations, and service providers need to redefine the way discovery projects are managed. Project Management in Electronic Discovery merges principles of project management and best practices in electronic discovery, providing a pathway to efficient, client-oriented services and quality deliverables—at scope, on time, and within budget. This practice guide is a perfect reference for attorneys, paralegals, and litigation support professionals. Project Management in Electronic Discovery also includes useful forms and templates. Experienced practitioners and aspiring project managers alike can use these materials to plan and execute an electronic discovery project. Among the forms included are: Project Charter Project Management Plan Proposed Discovery Plan IT Infrastructure Questionnaire Custodian Interview Form Collection Specification Collection Log Chain of Custody Processing Specification

Mike Quartararo is the President of the Association of Certified E-Discovery Specialists (www.aceds.com). ACEDS is the world's leading organization providing training and certification in e-discovery to law firms, corporate legal departments and the broader the legal community. He has been consulting in e-discovery, information governance, project management and legal technology for 25 years, including ten-year stints at Skadden Arps Slate Meagher & Flom LLP and Stroock & Stroock & Lavan LLP. He also runs a successful consulting practice, eDPM Advisory Services (www.edpmadvisory.com) that provides guidance to corporate legal departments and law firms. A graduate of the State University of New York, he is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) and a Certified E-Discovery Specialist (CEDS). He frequently writes and speaks on e-discovery, legal operations, project management and technology topics. Reach him via email at mquartararo@aceds.org or on Twitter @mikequartararo.