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Janet's eDiscovery Tip: Review Documents that are Not Relevant. In an eDiscovery process, reviewing documents identified as relevant is crucial for eventual production. Equally vital, however, is the diligent scrutiny of documents or categories of documents identified as not relevant. Errors can occur, and a sample review of not relevant documents, often hold key insights or identify relevant documents. As legal professionals, we cannot afford to overlook documents with a casual dismissal of "not relevant." Disclosure in litigation & arbitration must be done with eyes wide open and a proactive approach. The decision to abort the Post Office Inquiry hearing last year due to disclosure failures rang alarm bells for litigators. On 20 June 2024, the Solicitors Regulation Authority announced 20 live investigations into firms linked to the Post Office scandal, including the handling of and breaches in disclosure obligations. Clients are not enamoured by paying lawyers to review documents considered to be not relevant. However the costs may be higher if hearings are delayed due to inadequate disclosure. Reputational costs also need to be considered for firms found to have fallen short of professional standards. #eDiscovery #LegalProfession #Litigation #Arbitration #LegalTech #ProfessionalResponsibility LawFlex #SRA #PostOfficeHorizonITScandal #eDiscoveryTipsJanet #LawFlex #DocumentReview

We are thrilled to announce that our esteemed Founder & Chairman, Mr. Essa Mohammed Al Sulaiti, has been honoured as a "Recommended Lawyer" for the year 2024 in The Legal 500 EMEA - 2024 edition, in the practice areas of Commercial, corporate and M&A and Dispute Resolution!   #Legal500EMEA #TopTierFirm #CommercialLaw #CorporateLaw #MandA #DisputeResolution #EssaAlSulaitiLawFirm 

Experienced ex-costs lawyer Lynsie Whyke shared with us the top three things all fee earners and management should know about effective pricing: 1. Don't price through fear 2. Spend more time on scoping 3. Avoid complaints For advice and best practices for effectively scoping and pricing a case, read the full interview now: https://lnkd.in/eHWYaYMz #legalsoftware #legaltech #lawfirm #lawyers #SMElawfirm #EmpoweringLawFirmLeaders #legalinterview #lawleadership Chantry Costs Consultants

KM Partners is highly appreciated by the prestigious ranking research the Legal 500 EMEA 2024 in the field of white-collar crimes (Tier 3). 📚 The team of KM Partners’ attorneys at law has considerable experience in court litigations, as well as protecting business from unreasonable pressure of regulatory authorities. Over the 25 years of being in the legal market, no guilty verdict in respect of companies’ officials was delivered due to the support of the firm’s attorneys at law. 🔎 The vast majority of criminal proceedings did not reach the court litigation stage due to our legal support, more than 20 criminal proceedings were closed at the pretrial investigation stage, and pressure on more than 50 companies due to initiated criminal proceedings against the Company’s contractors was defused. 📌 Our credo is a unique individual approach to each project and client. We do not apply a one-track approach and crank out procedural documents. ✨ Sincere congratulations to our specialists on their well-deserved recognition! #kmpartners #wtsconsulting #tier3 #whitecollarcrime #legal500emea #leadingfirm #kyiv

Heard from a client last week how Partners use the RM platform for competitive advantage in new corporate bids. Showing how the legal budget will be used efficiently, and teams can scale easily with the right skills, across all their locations. Also, that work is being distributed fairly as DE&I targets don't end at the front door. From the law.com article on panel trends: "this creates an inevitable challenge and an opportunity to think about how to increase their value proposition and worth throughout the longevity of a panel relationship. The dynamics and inner workings of legal panels are shifting. Firms need to stay ahead of the curve." 🏆 RM can help differentiate your firm and demonstrate your ability to deliver value on wider, larger contracts across legal disciplines. 📈 RM offers a multitude of benefits internally to increase talent retention and improve profitability. https://lnkd.in/eui5hCiE #legalIT #resourcemanagement #lawfirmstrategy

In today’s fast-paced business environment, the significance of conducting thorough due diligence before signing any contract cannot be overstated. Due diligence serves as a critical safeguard for your rights, helping you to understand the full implications of any agreement you enter into. Why is Due Diligence Essential? 1. Protection of Rights: By diligently reviewing contracts, you can identify any unfavorable terms that could jeopardize your interests. This proactive approach allows you to negotiate better terms and ensures that you are fully informed before making a commitment. 2. Prevention of Costly Disputes: Many legal disputes arise from misunderstandings or oversight in contracts. Conducting due diligence can significantly reduce the risk of such disputes, saving you both time and money in the long run. 3. Informed Decision-Making: Due diligence equips you with the knowledge needed to make informed decisions. Understanding the details of a contract helps you assess risks and opportunities effectively. 4. Building Trust: Demonstrating that you take the time to conduct due diligence not only protects your interests but also builds trust with your partners and stakeholders. #DueDiligence #LegalAdvice #ContractLaw #BusinessLaw #LegalEducation #RiskManagement #Lawyer #LegalConsultation #CorporateLaw #LegalForte #ContractManagement #InformedDecisions #Trust #Empowerment #LegalAnalysis

Our experienced team is dedicated to delivering strategic legal solutions that support your business objectives and drive your success. Whether you’re navigating complex transactions, managing compliance, or seeking counsel on corporate governance, we offer personalized attention and insightful guidance to help you achieve your goals with confidence. Find out more www.asg.law #AsshetonSmithGinsbergInc #ASGI #ASGlaw #LawFirm #BusinesslegalAssistance #LawPractice #LawFirmSouthAfrica #LawFirmCapeTown #MaritimeLitigation #corporatelaw

What makes law department innovation different from law firm innovation? IS it even different? In his latest column for Legaltech Hub, Dennis Kennedy explores this topic, looking at the desired outcomes for different types of innovation, and highlighting differences in approach including: 💡 Customer Focus vs. Service-Oriented Model 💡 Internal Collaboration vs. External Collaboration 💡 Risk Management and Prevention vs. Risk Resolution 💡 Regulatory Compliance vs. Legal Expertise Rounded off with recommendations for #corporatelegal on how to achieve success from their innovation efforts, this is one you won't want to miss. #legalinnovation #corporatelegal #outcomeoriented #jobstobedone

Questions that you can ask (to snag some last minute brownie points), at the end of your Dispute Resolution Interview with a Law Firm: 1. Will my work revolve around drafting and filing, or will I also get to argue on early stage applications and petitions? 2. Will I be allowed to sit in counsel briefings and client meetings? 3. Initially, I will be asked to work on all varieties of matters or can I pick the range of disputes that I want to work on? 4. Will I be allowed to work on first draft of legal documents? 5. Does this team handle only the enforcement part in HC/ SC or the arbitral proceedings part as well? 6. What kind of arbitrations does the team handle? Only constuction or other as well? 7. Does the team handle any international arbitration matters? If yes, are junior associates whove only handled domestic arbitrations, also staffed on those matters? ___________________________________________________________ If you want to book a mentorship slot for personal guidance sessions on: why are you unable to hear back from law firms, how to make a career in law firm’s dispute resolution teams/ corporate teams or how to even get started, send me a personal message saying “START”, I will send in the pricing details of the personal mentorship sessions.

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