Several Federal statutes address electronic discovery, paper discovery, computer forensics and technology in general in litigation. In addition, some state and district courts have enacted rules and statutes specifically focused on the special nature of discovery. Use the helpful legal resource below to learn more about Federal and state rules and statutes.
Federal Rules of Civil Procedure
Federal Rules of Civil Procedure - Numbering Scheme Reference Guide
State Court Local Rules & Statutes
Find the state court rules and statutes from your area pertaining to electronic discovery, computer forensics and technology in litigation.
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Adopted FRCP provisions in whole or large part |
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Following "Texas" model |
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Enacted limited meet & confer provision |
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Undertaking/considering e-discovery rules |
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Preliminary or no e-discovery rulemaking activity |
State Court Rules & Statutes Regarding Electronically Stored Information (complete listing of all states)
E-Discovery Guidelines & Draft Rule Proposals
Some jurisdictions are in the process of enacting rules and statutes or have already implemented guidelines specifically focused on the special nature of electronic documents and discovery. Please e-mail us if you are aware of any additional pending rules or guidelines in this area of the law.
Rules (last updated September 2008)
Proposed Federal Rule of Evidence 502 - Attorney-Client Privilege & Work Product
Summary of Proposed Rule 502 Changes
Uniform Rules Relating to the Discovery of Electronically Stored Information
Guidelines
Guidelines for State Trial Courts Regarding Discovery of Electronically-Stored Information
Guidelines for the Discovery of Electronic Documents in Ontario
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