Expanding Industry

Electronic Discovery refers to any process in which electronic data is sought, located, secured and searched with the intent of using it as evidence in a legal case. E-Discovery has become a key component of the legal process, often representing at least 50 percent of the costs related to litigation.

Professionals who specialize in e-Discovery admit that there is a huge knowledge gap in the profession. That's why there's a compelling, ever-growing need for more experts in this burgeoning, multi-billion dollar industry. And with growth of 300 percent¹ in the last several years, the professional opportunities are everywhere.

Career Growth

According to a recent industry salary study, 60 percent of firms surveyed indicated that they are planning to grow their litigation support departments and e-Discovery practice groups.¹ In addition, many law firms are seeking to add e-Discovery practices in-house to remain competitive and to pursue new sources of revenue.

Also, salaries in this industry have risen to all-new levels. Click here to see a salary survey conducted by the Cowen Group.

Employment Opportunities Abound

Highly trained e-Discovery professionals can find excellent career opportunities in:

• Global law firms
• Corporate legal departments
• E-Discovery software companies
• Professional service firms
• Government
• Academia

Who Should Apply

At a minimum, you must possess a Bachelor's Degree. Examples of individuals who have specialized in e-Discovery include, but are not limited to:

• Attorneys
• Paralegals
• Litigation Support Personnel
• Systems Analysts
• Information Systems Specialists
• Project Managers
• Database Managers and Analysts
• Digital / Computer Forensics Specialists
• Others who possess a Bachelor's Degree and a desire to enter the legal arena

An Unparalleled E-Discovery Project Management Program

• Learn relevant e-Discovery case law, with a focus on preservation, collection, analysis, review and production of electronically stored information (ESI).
• Comprehensive study of IT systems, including common system architecture and data storage protocols, and their relationship to the e-Discovery process.
• Practical instruction on the traditional elements of project management and their application to the nuances of fast-paced e-Discovery investigations.

In our state-of-the-art E-Discovery Lab for Software, Simulation and Applications (ELSSA), you’ll work on real-world cases that give you direct, hands-on experience—so you can grapple with some of the toughest challenges in the industry, and learn to solve them in a safe, supportive environment. The simulation includes interactive computer-based scenarios combined with live interaction with instructors and other classmates, as well as integration with our e-Discovery platform lab. It’s the practical, personalized instruction you need to develop the exact skills that employers are looking for today, so you can secure your future in the e-Discovery industry.

The Bryan University Difference

• Proven track record of successfully preparing graduates for over 70 years
• Student-centered learning experience delivered through virtual classrooms where you'll be able to see, hear and interact with your instructors and classmates
• Job placement assistance and lifetime refresher courses

Bryan University's E-Discovery Board of Advisors

	William F. Hamilton Partner, Quarles & Brady LLP
	Richard Cohen Vice Chairman, RenewData
	Scott M. Cohen Director of E-Discovery Support Services, Winston & Strawn LLP
	Cecil A. Lynn III E-Discovery Counsel, Littler Mendelson P.C.
	Browning E. Marean III  Senior Counsel, DLA Piper
	Helen Bergman Moure Principal, Lex Aperta pllc
	Dera J. Nevin Managing Counsel, E-Discovery, Toronto-Dominion Bank Group of Companies
	Michael I. Quartararo Director of Litigation Support Services and Certified Project Management Professional,  Stroock & Stroock & Lavan LLP
	George J. Socha, Jr. Principal, Socha Consulting LLC, Co-Founder, EDRM
	Denise J. Talbert Partner, Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P.

For more information about our graduation rates, the median debt of students who completed the program and other important information, please click here.

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