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Exterro Joins the Information Governance Initiative
Exterro' Inc., a provider of software specifically designed for in-house legal and IT teams at Global 2000 organizations, has joined the Information Governance Initiative (IGI). As an IGI supporter, Exterro will promote the IGI's mission of advancing information governance (IG) practices and educating organizations on applying business process and legal compliance constructs as a means to take control of exploding data volumes. The cross-disciplinary think-tank is led by industry veterans Bennett Borden, founder and chair of IGI; Barclay Blair, founder and executive director; and Jason Baron, co-chair.
'There is a real lack of clarity and education on how to handle corporate information, who should manage the process and where to even begin,' said Borden. 'We are committed to moving the industry forward, together, establishing best practices, bridging existing gaps and connecting all of the facets of the IG equation. Having established, leading vendors like Exterro as members is a critical part of our efforts.'
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Epiq Systems Expands Data Breach Group
Epiq Systems, Inc., the New York-based company that offers integrated technology products and services including e-discovery and information governance consulting, recently appointed Brookes Taney as vice president, where he will lead the company's data breach solutions.
In addition, the data breach solutions group now offers clients an all-inclusive, single point of access to Epiq's e-discovery and settlement administration services, which offer forensics, discovery support, breach notification and remediation, as well as call center deployment.
'Data breach incidents are on the rise, and our clients face tougher security demands, increased litigation and heightened scrutiny from regulatory agencies,' Andrew Shimek, global managing director of e-discovery solutions at Epiq Systems, said in a statement.
Since joining the company in 2009, Taney has managed sales for breach response solutions and held business development roles in bankruptcy solutions, corporate services and print solutions.
As more companies evaluate whether a chief information governance officer is a necessity versus a luxury in an environment driven by Big Data, earlier this year, Epiq Systems announced a'partnership'with information governance consulting services company'Contoural Inc. The alliance combines Contoural's expertise in IG consulting with Epiq's technology, e-discovery, litigation management, and legal hold experience, the companies said in a'press release.
The legal industry is increasingly more concerned about the'threat'of a cyberattack but is still behind when it comes to putting into place an adequate cybersecurity plan; a Marsh USA survey indicated that 79 percent of law firm respondents viewed cyber/privacy security as one of their top 10 risks in their overall risk strategy.
– Erin Harrison, Law Technology News
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Global Privacy and Regulatory Compliance Attorney Will Daugherty Joins Privacy and Data Protection Team
Will Daugherty has joined BakerHostetler's Chambers-ranked Privacy and Data Protection team in the Houston office as counsel. The practice is known for effectively managing data security incidents, responding to regulatory investigations, providing risk assessments and compliance counseling, and defending class actions. Daugherty comes to BakerHostetler with eight years of experience at Baker & McKenzie LLP, representing companies in complex government investigations and enforcement actions, as well as parallel class actions and derivative suits. Most recently, he served as senior counsel for GameStop Corporation, the world's largest video game retailer.
Daugherty has advised companies on a broad range of compliance matters, including state and federal securities laws, the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), Sarbanes'Oxley Act (SOX), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), Controlling the Assault of Non-Solicited Pornography and Marketing Act (CAN-SPAM Act), and state privacy laws.
Daugherty's practice focuses on helping companies avoid litigation through proactive information security compliance programs and privacy and terms-of-use policies. He advises clients on data collection, use, sharing, marketing, and retention, and helps businesses conduct information system risk assessments.
BakerHostetler's Privacy and Data Protection team is a cross-disciplinary practice of more than 40 attorneys who counsel clients in the U.S. and internationally. Ranked with 'considerable praise' in the 2014 edition of Chambers USA and identified by Chambers as being 'Recommended for Client Service' and 'Recommended for Commercial Awareness,”the team is also ranked in Chambers Global ' USA, Privacy & Data Security. It has helped organizations respond to more than 750 data breaches. The group has experienced exponential growth in 2014 with the addition of high-profile laterals, including e-Commerce Law & Strategy Board of Editors member Alan Friel in Los Angeles, Randy Gainer in Seattle, Tanya Forsheit, Scott Koller, and, Eric Packel in Philadelphia, and Melinda McLellan in New York.
Daugherty received his J.D. from Tulane University Law School in 2005, and graduated cum laude. He received his B.S. in International Trade and Finance from Louisiana State University in 2001. Daugherty has also earned the designation of Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/US) through the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP).
On the Move is compiled from law firm and company announcements, and from ALM news sources.
Exterro Joins the Information Governance Initiative
Exterro' Inc., a provider of software specifically designed for in-house legal and IT teams at Global 2000 organizations, has joined the Information Governance Initiative (IGI). As an IGI supporter, Exterro will promote the IGI's mission of advancing information governance (IG) practices and educating organizations on applying business process and legal compliance constructs as a means to take control of exploding data volumes. The cross-disciplinary think-tank is led by industry veterans Bennett Borden, founder and chair of IGI; Barclay Blair, founder and executive director; and Jason Baron, co-chair.
'There is a real lack of clarity and education on how to handle corporate information, who should manage the process and where to even begin,' said Borden. 'We are committed to moving the industry forward, together, establishing best practices, bridging existing gaps and connecting all of the facets of the IG equation. Having established, leading vendors like Exterro as members is a critical part of our efforts.'
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Epiq Systems Expands Data Breach Group
Epiq Systems, Inc., the New York-based company that offers integrated technology products and services including e-discovery and information governance consulting, recently appointed Brookes Taney as vice president, where he will lead the company's data breach solutions.
In addition, the data breach solutions group now offers clients an all-inclusive, single point of access to Epiq's e-discovery and settlement administration services, which offer forensics, discovery support, breach notification and remediation, as well as call center deployment.
'Data breach incidents are on the rise, and our clients face tougher security demands, increased litigation and heightened scrutiny from regulatory agencies,' Andrew Shimek, global managing director of e-discovery solutions at Epiq Systems, said in a statement.
Since joining the company in 2009, Taney has managed sales for breach response solutions and held business development roles in bankruptcy solutions, corporate services and print solutions.
As more companies evaluate whether a chief information governance officer is a necessity versus a luxury in an environment driven by Big Data, earlier this year, Epiq Systems announced a'partnership'with information governance consulting services company'Contoural Inc. The alliance combines Contoural's expertise in IG consulting with Epiq's technology, e-discovery, litigation management, and legal hold experience, the companies said in a'press release.
The legal industry is increasingly more concerned about the'threat'of a cyberattack but is still behind when it comes to putting into place an adequate cybersecurity plan; a Marsh USA survey indicated that 79 percent of law firm respondents viewed cyber/privacy security as one of their top 10 risks in their overall risk strategy.
– Erin Harrison, Law Technology News
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Global Privacy and Regulatory Compliance Attorney Will Daugherty Joins Privacy and Data Protection Team
Will Daugherty has joined BakerHostetler's Chambers-ranked Privacy and Data Protection team in the Houston office as counsel. The practice is known for effectively managing data security incidents, responding to regulatory investigations, providing risk assessments and compliance counseling, and defending class actions. Daugherty comes to BakerHostetler with eight years of experience at
Daugherty has advised companies on a broad range of compliance matters, including state and federal securities laws, the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), Sarbanes'Oxley Act (SOX), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), Controlling the Assault of Non-Solicited Pornography and Marketing Act (CAN-SPAM Act), and state privacy laws.
Daugherty's practice focuses on helping companies avoid litigation through proactive information security compliance programs and privacy and terms-of-use policies. He advises clients on data collection, use, sharing, marketing, and retention, and helps businesses conduct information system risk assessments.
BakerHostetler's Privacy and Data Protection team is a cross-disciplinary practice of more than 40 attorneys who counsel clients in the U.S. and internationally. Ranked with 'considerable praise' in the 2014 edition of Chambers USA and identified by Chambers as being 'Recommended for Client Service' and 'Recommended for Commercial Awareness,”the team is also ranked in Chambers Global ' USA, Privacy & Data Security. It has helped organizations respond to more than 750 data breaches. The group has experienced exponential growth in 2014 with the addition of high-profile laterals, including e-Commerce Law & Strategy Board of Editors member Alan Friel in Los Angeles, Randy Gainer in Seattle, Tanya Forsheit, Scott Koller, and, Eric Packel in Philadelphia, and Melinda McLellan in
Daugherty received his J.D. from Tulane University Law School in 2005, and graduated cum laude. He received his B.S. in International Trade and Finance from Louisiana State University in 2001. Daugherty has also earned the designation of Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/US) through the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP).
On the Move is compiled from law firm and company announcements, and from ALM news sources.
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