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E-Discovery Functions: 2 - Assess

Secure some portion of that limited subset of data storage devices deemed to be potential sources of responsive ESI.  These devices will be off-limits for perhaps years, so the fewer secured the better.  Usually this means out-of-service computers and perhaps backup tapes that are pulled from rotation.
  • Demand digital-legal expertise
  • Secure potentially responsive data sources
  • Circulate litigation hold notice; include detailed instructions to key custodians to avoid spoliation
  • Assign custodian responsibility for dormant media
  • Establish chains of custody to assure authenticity and admissibility
  • Continually monitor, test, and document
Reduced volume of potentially responsive & other data stored in subset of client media:

E-Discovery Functions: 2 - Secure - Data