The discovery landscape in Ireland has transformed significantly over the past 20 years due to the proliferation of electronically stored information.
By 2025, the amount of data generated and used around the world is expected to reach 181 zettabytes, which is almost triple the volume recorded as recently as 2020. This digital explosion, along with evolving communication technologies, has led to a continuous increase in data volumes subject to the eDiscovery process.
The legal sector in particular faces the challenge of efficiently identifying relevant material within ever-growing document collections to meet discovery obligations cost-effectively and proportionately.
At Grant Thornton, our eDiscovery service leverages the collective expertise of our IT Information Retrieval team, comprising of skill sets from digital forensics, eDiscovery, and data analytics specialists. We help clients fulfill their legal duties on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Initial Consultation and Readiness
Identify key custodians and data sources, conduct forensic data collection services, and preserve the integrity of the data within our biometrically secured digital forensic laboratory.
Expert Advice and Support
Access to a team of highly-experienced practitioners with a proven track record in supporting complex litigation and statutory inquiries across various sectors and jurisdictions.
Scalable Resourcing
Capability to handle small to large-scale litigations, with infrastructure to process terabytes of data daily and AI tools to amplify workforce efficiency.
Oversight and Quality Assurance
Improve discovery review experiences with transparent progress reports, quality control workflows, and continuous service enhancements through proactively engaging with the client and encouraging constant project feedback throughout the process.
Advanced Technology Solutions
Utilisation of state-of-the-art tools, including Continuous Active Learning® (CAL®) for technology-assisted review, bespoke Artificial Intelligence applications to automate various elements of a review, auto-redaction tools, powerful datapoint extraction capabilities and trial presentation software to name but a few.
Ongoing Support
24/7/365 access to dedicated eDiscovery services, assistance in swearing affidavits, analysis of opposition parties’ productions, and expert witness testimony.
Initial Consultation and Readiness
Identify key custodians and data sources, conduct forensic data collection services, and preserve the integrity of the data within our biometrically secured digital forensic laboratory.
Oversight and Quality Assurance
Improve discovery review experiences with transparent progress reports, quality control workflows, and continuous service enhancements through proactively engaging with the client and encouraging constant project feedback throughout the process.
Expert Advice and Support
Access to a team of highly-experienced practitioners with a proven track record in supporting complex litigation and statutory inquiries across various sectors and jurisdictions.
Advanced Technology Solutions
Utilisation of state-of-the-art tools, including Continuous Active Learning® (CAL®) for technology-assisted review, bespoke Artificial Intelligence applications to automate various elements of a review, auto-redaction tools, powerful datapoint extraction capabilities and trial presentation software to name but a few.
Scalable Resourcing
Capability to handle small to large-scale litigations, with infrastructure to process terabytes of data daily and AI tools to amplify workforce efficiency.
Ongoing Support
24/7/365 access to dedicated eDiscovery services, assistance in swearing affidavits, analysis of opposition parties’ productions, and expert witness testimony.
Grant Thornton’s eDiscovery team is distinguished by several key factors :
Grant Thornton’s comprehensive eDiscovery services, combined with our commitment to innovation, expertise, and security, ensure that our clients receive the highest quality support in navigating the complexities of legal discovery.
