Pre-trial conferences have become a focal point in eDiscovery. At this critical stage, parties make decisions that may affect the outcome of their case. Adding to the pressure, these conferences come up quickly following the filing of the case. In reality, counsel only has a matter of days to become familiar with a large amount of unfamiliar data. The decisions made at these conferences can have far-reaching implications. You need someone on your side to help prepare for meet and confer sessions. 

Our consulting team has some of the strongest minds on electronic discovery from a range of different perspectives. By blending these experiences, we can better support you through a holistic approach where we recognize your total needs and solve your problems.We will work with you either to prepare for conference or sit at the table with you. 

Merrill’s legal and technical team can help you prepare for your meet and confer. The topics listed below are just a sample.

• Document retention policies
• Legal hold application,
• Offensive litigation strategy including production formats and database considerations
• Corporate technology and all its implications to the discovery process

30(b)(6) depositions present particular problems for corporate witnesses. Often times, the person most knowledgeable may not be the best witness and vice-versa. Through thorough preparation, role playing and mock depositions, Merrill can help you prepare your witnesses for testimony on e-discovery issues quickly and cost-effectively.

Merrill's pre-trial conference consulting is a critical lifeline for many clients and practitioners. Our goal through these services is to lower your costs and reduce your risk and the likelihood of sanctions.