E-Discovery & Information Governance
USA Guide 2024 : USA - Nationwide
Band 3
Contact number
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Provided by Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP
Shook, Hardy & Bacon's role as coordinating discovery counsel assures that complex discovery matters are handled consistently, defensibly and in a manner that makes the best economic and operational sense for businesses. As coordinating discovery counsel, Shook attorneys respond to inquiries from opposing counsel concerning discovery practices and status; participate in Rule 16 and Rule 26 conferences, meet-and-confers and hearings; identify and prepare company and expert witnesses; and prepare or comment on briefings.
In certain cases, Shook attorneys may also act in more of a consultant capacity for case teams—preparing the case teams to attend conferences, hearings and meet-and-confers and responding to inquiries concerning discovery practices. The Shook team's experience spanning the full spectrum of the eDiscovery process allows the firm to develop relevant, customized plans for clients.
Chambers Review
Shook, Hardy & Bacon offers expertise in all aspects of the e-discovery process, advising on records management through to litigating discovery in court. The team is able to coordinate large-scale response, from negotiating ESI protocols to overseeing collection, including managing vendors, as well as providing counsel on review and production. The group maintains long-standing client relationships with an enviable array of major businesses and is also counsel of choice for companies looking for new guidance on implementing and optimizing their e-discovery processes.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The team at Shook Hardy & Bacon are pioneers in the e-discovery space. Their responses are prompt and responsive, and the knowledge of the team is impressive."
"The team at Shook Hardy comes into significant complex class action matters, MDLs and state-coordinated proceedings, and they level the playing field with their offensive e-discovery practice. They uniquely understand the complex issues facing multinational corporations and they have excellent responsiveness from partners and associates alike."
"Shook Hardy provides top-notch work product and counsel on complex and sophisticated matters. Their work is excellent and their advice and counsel is thoughtful, risk-appropriate and thorough. Their expertise in their respective fields is superb. Even the more junior associates perform at top-notch levels."
"The law firm has really good rates and excellent client service. They care about the client."
"Shook, Hardy & Bacon provides invaluable assistance in the collection and processing of voluminous e-discovery related to class action lawsuits. The team are able to explain highly complex technical jargon to the in-house legal team and the business teams."
"The team at Shook Hardy & Bacon are pioneers in the e-discovery space. Their responses are prompt and responsive, and the knowledge of the team is impressive."
"The team at Shook Hardy comes into significant complex class action matters, MDLs and state-coordinated proceedings, and they level the playing field with their offensive e-discovery practice. They uniquely understand the complex issues facing multinational corporations and they have excellent responsiveness from partners and associates alike."
"Shook Hardy provides top-notch work product and counsel on complex and sophisticated matters. Their work is excellent and their advice and counsel is thoughtful, risk-appropriate and thorough. Their expertise in their respective fields is superb. Even the more junior associates perform at top-notch levels."
"The law firm has really good rates and excellent client service. They care about the client."
"Shook, Hardy & Bacon provides invaluable assistance in the collection and processing of voluminous e-discovery related to class action lawsuits. The team are able to explain highly complex technical jargon to the in-house legal team and the business teams."
Notable Practitioners
Patrick Oot has attained a commanding reputation as one of the nation's foremost experts in e-discovery matters and frequently advises market-leading companies on high-stakes litigation.
"Patrick has deep expertise and knowledge in case law, which has helped him become a zealous advocate. He provides top-notch client service, he's extremely responsive and he provides reasoned solutions."
"Patrick Oot is the preeminent authority on any point of e-discovery."
"Patrick is amazing - he is so personable, and he cares so much about the client and matters. He is attuned to non-legal aspects of cases including PR and social media aspects. He is really good in politics and he goes over and above for his clients."
Michael Shortnacy has a highly regarded practice representing large companies in complex e-discovery litigation and class action matters. He is particularly well versed in acting for clients in the pharmaceuticals, automotive and retail sectors.
"Michael is a great advocate and someone that the judges have lots of respect for. He lays out the issues in an understandable way and doesn't get up there with a contentious attitude - he wants to find resolution."
"Michael has a strategic and creative mind."
Adam Shoshtari's market knowledge encompasses the full e-discovery process, from determining document preservation policies through to the production of information for trial.
"Adam provides excellent legal advice and counsel. He understands companies' needs and risks and is exceptionally responsive."
"Adam is a great asset to the Shook Hardy team. His e-discovery knowledge is extensive, and he provides a high level of service and responsiveness."
"Adam is absolutely fantastic. He is an incredibly trusted adviser and is able to navigate and negotiate tricky situations. He does a great job with moving the tension, and in terms of value he is fantastic."
Ranked Lawyers at
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