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E-Discovery & Information Governance - USA
What the Team is Known For
Kirkland & Ellis is able to leverage significant strength in e-discovery for US and international cases. The team frequently assists with litigation readiness and risk assessments relating to data retention, as well as advising on large-scale contentious work, with clients benefiting from its expertise in TAR. Past cases span a wide range of areas from product liability to antitrust.
Strengths
"Kirkland has an elite team of e-discovery and information governance professionals."
"The Kirkland & Ellis team provide comprehensive and expert legal advice on very fast-paced and complex e-discovery issues. The team is well staffed with professionals who provide highly responsive and excellent service."
Notable practitioners
Vanessa Barsanti is recognized for her ability to assist clients with e-discovery orders relating to complex litigation, including multidistrict cases.
"Vanessa is an expert in her field and an outstanding client adviser."
"Vanessa is a fantastic lawyer - she's an expert and is wise beyond her years. She is adaptable, very responsive and particularly good with responsiveness."
"Vanessa is very strong in e-discovery issues and is very easy to work with. She communicates well and has the right expertise."