This technical note describes Lexbe’s electronically stored information (ESI) model order/agreement/protocol for litigators to use as a sample or example in their e-Discovery negotiations. Overview Formalized eDiscovery agreements or orders/protocols are highly advisable in document intensive cases. Our model agreement/order provides you with a comprehensive checklist of what you might want to consider to stay ahead of the curve and avoid potential pitfalls. This includes standard language for loadfiles for easiest loading into the Lexbe eDiscovery Platform, as well as many other helpful provisions. A properly planned and negotiated e-Discovery ESI agreement can streamline electronic discovery and avoid unnecessary disputes and case delays and reduce e-discovery costs. Failure to handle these sometimes technical but important issues can lead to frustration, high costs, embarrassment, and ultimately the inability to obtain key evidence in your case.
Lexbe also has available a model ESI Production Appendix. The Sample ESI Production Appendix is a subset of provisions included in the Model ESI Order, but only covers production provisions. This can be helpful in cases where a full ESI Order is not needed or desired. The ESI Production Appendix is meant to be attached to a Case Management Order, or other litigation agreements or orders regarding the production of ESI. Download Model ESI Order PDF: Lexbe Sample ESI Agreement Editable DOC format: Lexbe Sample ESI Agreement Download Model ESI Production Appendix PDF: Lexbe Sample ESI Production Appendix Editable DOC format: Lexbe Sample ESI Production Appendix Additional Assistance Lexbe’s Professional Services team is available to assist in drafting and reviewing ESI orders, protocols and specific production requirements. For additional assistance, please contact professionalservices@lexbe.com |