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The Impact of Automation on Critical Workflows for Legal Teams In E-Discovery

By Jean Donaldson and Nancy Patton
October 01, 2024

Automation is transforming industries across the board, and the legal sector is no exception. In the realm of e-discovery, automation is revolutionizing how legal teams manage their workflows. This article explores how automation impacts critical workflows for legal teams in e-discovery and provides valuable use cases and actionable tips to ensure that your e-discovery processes are positively impacted by automation.

Automation In E-Discovery

Automation in e-discovery refers to the use of software and technology to perform tasks that traditionally required manual intervention. This includes everything from identifying relevant documents, to preserving data, to conducting document review. With the increasing volume of electronically stored information (ESI) held by organizations today, automation is not just beneficial. It is essential for legal teams.

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