Topic: Ethical Duties and Electronically Stored Information

This Continuing Legal Education presentation covers electronic discovery and the related ethical duty of competence. Drawing on guidance from the State Bar, recent e-discovery cases, and the presenter's own experience assisting attorneys, the presentation outlines the main risks to counsel and client of failing to properly understand e-discovery obligations in litigation.

Speaker: Thomas Plunkett

Thomas Plunkett is Managing Director of Digital Forensics & E-Discovery at ArcherHall. He is a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) and Encase Certified Forensic Examiner (EnCE) with over 20 years of experience in digital forensics, cybersecurity and counterintelligence. He holds a Master's degree in Information Systems and is an adjunct professor, teaching cybersecurity and digital forensics topics at the University of San Diego. Mr. Plunkett has led investigations involving data breaches, computer hacking, theft of intellectual property, and foreign intelligence operations. His clients have included all levels of government, law firms, casinos, medical device manufacturers, hospitals, technology companies and celebrities. 

Remote attendance only.

• Member Cost: Free
• Non-Member Cost: $15

Ethics CLE credit has been applied for this session.

Please RSVP by March 23, 2025.

Jointly Sponsored By: Family Law Sectional & Technology Sectional

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Amanda Bean at amandab@hllawfirm.com.