Legal Tech: The Ethics of E-Discovery In a Remote Work Environment

Just as the pandemic has challenged every aspect of our lives, the shift to a remote work environment has significantly impacted e-discovery and the ethical obligations of attorneys in this ever-evolving technological and legal landscape.

8 minute read April 01, 2021 at 12:03 AM
By
Joseph Tate and Emily Plowcha
Legal Tech: The Ethics of E-Discovery In a Remote Work Environment

The COVID-19 pandemic has ushered in a new normal — the remote work environment. As organizations transitioned their employees from the traditional office environment to working from home, the use and reliance on technologies both new and old has increased dramatically.

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