Modern attachments or old-fashioned hyperlinks?

How to navigate the ediscovery challenges of hyperlinked files in email and other platforms — essential insights from three top ediscovery experts

Brett Burney

eLaw Evangelist

Nextpoint

Kelly Twigger

CEO

Minerva26

Doug Austin

Editor

Ediscovery Today

What do courts expect when it comes to hyperlinked files in discovery?

So-called "modern attachments" — hyperlinked files found in emails, Slack, MS Teams, and other collaboration platforms — present real challenges for collection, preservation, review, and production. The In re Uber Techs., Inc. Passenger Sexual Assault Litig. case and others have highlighted why handling these files correctly — and early — matters. This webinar covers what the debate is about, how courts are ruling, and the technology considerations and future trends legal teams need to watch. For a follow-up look at how this issue has evolved, see our newer webinar, Revisiting Hyperlinked Files.

What you will learn about:

  • Understanding "Modern Attachments": Learn what the debate is all about, why hyperlinked files are so challenging, and how to prepare for discovery of them, including ESI Protocol negotiations.
  • What the Courts are Saying: Learn about recent Court rulings regarding hyperlinked files and how they should be treated in discovery.
  • Technology Considerations: Explore current technical challenges associated with modern attachments and current available solutions and approaches to address those challenges.
  • What the Future Holds: Identify trends that illustrate where the issue is heading from a technology and best practices perspective.

Who is it for?

Attorneys, Litigation Support Managers, and Paralegals looking to enhance their understanding and management of modern attachments in the ediscovery process. Learn best practices in leveraging cutting-edge technologies and workflows to ensure thorough and secure collection and review of modern attachments.

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