Jonathan Redgrave among panel discussing the Western District of Pennsylvania’s new Special Master Initiative and the impact the innovative program could have on eDiscovery costs and efficiencies. 

Pittsburgh, PA, April 14, 2011 --- Jonathan M. Redgrave, Richard N. Lettieri, The Honorable Joy Flowers Conti and The Honorable Nora Barry Fischer discuss the selection and use of eDiscovery Special Masters in the Western District of Pennsylvania.

Panelists will address recent actions taken by the Board of Judges to create a structured process for the selection and use of E-Discovery Special Masters in the U.S. Court, Western District of Pennsylvania, including: duties performed, developing a process, reviewing candidates and the benefits of using eDiscovery Special Masters.  Panelists will also discuss the potential impact that this groundbreaking program may have on other districts that are considering the implementation of similar programs.

The event takes place on April 14, 2011 at the United States Courthouse on 7th Avenue and Grant Street in Pittsburgh, PA..  The program is sponsored by The Federal Bar Association, Western Pennsylvania Chapter, Younger Lawyers Division.  For more information on the Federal Bar Association including a membership application, membership eligibility, and member benefits, please visit the FBA website at www.fedbar.org.

Jonathan Redgrave excels at addressing the ever-evolving challenges associated with Information Law (the technical advice, business strategy, legal advice and legal representation associated with records and information). He has spent nearly two decades working with domestic and international companies, along with AmLaw 100 firms, providing strategic advice and counsel in litigation, including civil claims, criminal matters and governmental investigations. Jonathan has also served in the capacities of expert witness and special master. Jonathan is a Partner at Redgrave LLP and is recognized for exceptional standing in the legal community by Chambers USA. Jonathan helped found, and is Chair Emeritus of the Sedona Conference Working Group on Electronic Document Retention and Production, and co-chair of the Georgetown University Law School’s Advanced eDiscovery Institute.

For additional information please contact Ashlie Bucy (abucy@redgravellp.com).

Redgrave LLP is at the forefront of addressing the ever-evolving challenges associated with the management of documents and electronically stored information. As the premier go-to firm in the area of Information Law, their dedicated teams of legal and technical professionals focus exclusively on delivering practical, innovative and experienced advice and counsel to Fortune 500 companies on issues related to electronic discovery, data privacy and records and information management. The Redgrave team includes industry thought-leader Jonathan Redgrave. To learn more, visit www.redgravellp.com

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