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Littler Mendelson, PC

E-Discovery & Information Governance

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Littler Mendelson, PC

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With more than 1,800 labor and employment attorneys in offices around the world, Littler provides workplace solutions that are local, everywhere. Our diverse global team and proprietary technology foster a culture that celebrates original thinking, delivering groundbreaking innovation that prepares employers for what’s happening today, and what’s likely to happen tomorrow.

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E-Discovery & Information Governance - USA

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For
Littler Mendelson has a sophisticated practice with a strong track record in advising on the discovery aspects of substantial labor and employment matters. The litigation capabilities of the firm include assisting with high-profile cases, ranging from single-plaintiff matters to collective actions. The group regularly advises national as well as global corporations on their policies and procedures.

Strengths

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  • Littler Mendelson have a very broad bench in terms of e-discovery. Their technical proficiency is top notch and their strategic thinking and problem solving is excellent.

    E-Discovery & Information Governance respondentGlobal
  • Littler's attorneys display a deep understanding of emerging artificial intelligence and data privacy laws, as well as the traditional employment laws.

    E-Discovery & Information Governance respondentGlobal
  • Littler are my trusted legal advisers for difficult legal and technical issues.

    E-Discovery & Information Governance respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Paul Weiner
    Band 1Paul Weiner

    Paul Weiner

    Paul Weiner serves as the firm's national e-discovery counsel. He is a recognized thought leader and a highly experienced counsel to clients on the e-discovery aspects of a range of employment litigation matters.
    • Paul is terrific and incredibly knowledgeable.

      E-Discovery & Information Governance respondentGlobal
    • Paul is an industry leader and he's always there if I have a difficult problem.

      E-Discovery & Information Governance respondentGlobal
    • Paul is extremely knowledgeable in this space.

      E-Discovery & Information Governance respondentGlobal
    • Paul is fantastic and really smart. I can't speak highly enough about him.

      E-Discovery & Information Governance respondentGlobal
    • Paul has deep expertise and knowledge of e-discovery, technology and best practices.

      E-Discovery & Information Governance respondentGlobal
  • Band 3Denise Backhouse
    Band 3Denise Backhouse

    Denise Backhouse

    Denise Backhouse is noted for her expertise in international information governance laws and their implications for a company's data management. She is also frequently engaged to assist major clients with complex litigation.
    • Denise is very knowledgeable with deep expertise in US, EU, UK and Australian litigation processes and cross-border data transfers.

      E-Discovery & Information Governance respondentGlobal
    • Denise is very practical, a good writer, concise, to the point and makes really good arguments.

      E-Discovery & Information Governance respondentGlobal
  • Band 3Lauren Schwartzreich
    Band 3Lauren Schwartzreich

    Lauren Schwartzreich

    Lauren Schwartzreich is adept at guiding clients through the e-discovery process, including overseeing the use of technology to assist with document production in employment litigation.
    • Lauren always gives practical legal advice and will work really hard to get what the client needs.

      E-Discovery & Information Governance respondentGlobal
    • Lauren is my trusted legal adviser on difficult legal and technical issues.

      E-Discovery & Information Governance respondentGlobal
    • Lauren is a terrific partner in problem solving e-discovery issues. 

      E-Discovery & Information Governance respondentGlobal
  • Band 4Kimberly J Duplechain
    Band 4Kimberly J Duplechain

    Kimberly J Duplechain

    Kimberly Duplechain has extensive litigation experience and manages the e-discovery aspects of complex litigation and investigations, advising on class actions, unfair competition, trade secret misappropriation, discrimination, harassment and other matters.

    • Kimberly is a smart lawyer and is well respected.

      E-Discovery & Information Governance respondentGlobal
    • Kimberly is great.

      E-Discovery & Information Governance respondentGlobal
  • Band 4Niloy Ray
    Band 4Niloy Ray

    Niloy Ray

    Niloy Ray has a strong e-discovery practice where he advises clients on class actions, trade secreta and electronic evidence issues. Niloy has a particular niche in the use and development of AI in document policies, regulation and employment matters.

    • Niloy is an incredible lawyer. He consistently demonstrates an ability to walk the fine line between legal guidance and practical consequences for the business.

      E-Discovery & Information Governance respondentGlobal
    • Niloy is the go-to expert for AI.

      E-Discovery & Information Governance respondentGlobal
    • Niloy is our go-to person for any e-discovery and he's excellent. He really was very knowledgeable in the area and always right on target.

      E-Discovery & Information Governance respondentGlobal
    • Niloy's subject matter expertise is second-to-none. He's knowledgeable but also practical and responsive.

      E-Discovery & Information Governance respondentGlobal

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