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 Susan Wortzman was quoted in the article: Canadian Clash: Ontario Adopts New Discovery Rules Published by InsideCounsel in the January 2010 issue. Click here to access this article on InsideCounsel. E-discovery best practices take hold in Canadian courtrooms, companies InformationExec - August 30, 2009 The recent guidelines on e-discovery have been favorably embraced by the legal community in Canada. The guidelines are designed to streamline the legal protocols regarding e-discovery and put in place time and cost saving measures. Law firms and companies can now benefit from principles which embrace up-to-date technologies and take a proactive position to records management policies. Click here to access this article on InformationExec. Law firms must get grip on e-information now The Lawyers Weekly - February 27, 2009 The majority of Canadian law firms have been slow to embrace technology and implement valuable records management policies. The over-retention of electronically stored information can pose several risks. A well executed records management policy can improve efficiency, minimize unauthorized access and reduce costs. In the slow lane to a digital future Law Times - December 1, 2008 There is still a lot of resistance from lawyers to adopt new technologies. Canada is slowly catching up to the U.S. by implementing electronic processes such as e-billing and e-discovery solutions. The acceptance of technology has the potential to make the entire legal process more efficient. They ask the questions, you just nod Law Times - December 1, 2008 Young lawyers today have a different view of traditional work structures and work-life balance. During recruitment interviews they ask candid questions about working hours and the flexibility of working from home. Gone are the days a new lawyer joined a firm, accepted top-down management and hoped to make partner in ten years. This shift in career goals and new technologies will need to be embraced in order to recruit the brightest talent out there. Sedona comes to Canada Law Times - November 3, 2008 In 2008, the 1st Annual Sedona Canada Program on getting ahead of the e-Discovery Curve took place in Toronto. Attendance surpassed expectations and high levels of participation prompted valuable dialogue. The Canadian Working Group on Electronic Document Retention & Production (this event was co-chaired by Ogilvy Renault and Susan Wortzman) presented the event. Searching for a needle in a stack of needles Law Times - October 6, 2008 The discovery of evidence in litigation has developed into a sophisticated process. Courtrooms and lawyers can find themselves overwhelmed by the volume of electronic information, the time involved and the threat of expense. Wortzman Nickle has stepped in to provide assistance to law firms with managing the e-discovery process. The legal community is looking to the Sedona Canada Principles® and justice reform to inject efficiency and innovation back into Canada’s legal processes. The Construction of Litigation Readiness Construction Law Update - August 2008 The proliferation of electronic information has impacted all Canadian businesses. The construction industry is no exception. As projects become increasingly expensive and complex, it is imperative that construction companies and their counsel understand how to manage electronic information, especially in the litigation context. One invaluable tool is the implementation and use of a reasonable records management policy. Beyond being a good business practice, these policies commonly save parties significant time and money in preparing for litigation. Niche developing for e-discovery specialists Canadian Lawyer - March 2008 Experts and surveys indicate that e-discovery is a cutting-edge area of law which will need to be tackled over the next few years. The learning-curve is huge and the need for experience and specialization is critical. Wortzman Nickle is retained by both clients and law firms to conduct e-discovery and develop litigation readiness plans. Law firms are beginning to recognize the importance of cultivating expertise and staying up-to-date with e-discovery issues. First e-discovery law boutique in Canada opens its doors The Lawyers Weekly - November 2, 2007 The daunting task of disclosure, and the thousands of electronic documents involved, has induced many litigants to stop-short and settle with the other side. Wortzman Nickle is the only firm devoted to advising on proactive measures and the preservation and production of electronic documents. E-discovery encounters tricky issues such as document destruction and duplication; however, potential cost savings and the flexibility of electronic (rather than paper) records will continue to push litigation in the right direction. E-discovery guidelines near completion The Lawyers Weekly - October 5, 2007 Sedona Canada expects to finalize and release guiding principles on e-discovery by the end of 2007. The principles deal with issues of proportionality, consultation and costs. They will apply across Canada in an effort to provide harmony throughout different jurisdictions. Although not officially adopted by the courts, the principles have already been applied and continue to act as a significant educational tool.
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