How Should an Attorney Deal with High Technology in Their Law Practice?
Journal Title: International Journal of Social Science And Human Research - Year 2022, Vol 5, Issue 02
Abstract
In this essay, the modifications of the American Bar Association Model Rules are discussed with regards to an attorney’s responsibilities when dealing with technology. In particular, an attorney is accountable for having a reasonable appreciation of technology functions, mainly when protecting client data or the data entrusted to their care. The paper briefly describes the common law and regulatory law associated with safeguarding data. Compliance with existing ABA Rules and federal and state statutes is paramount. Finally, the article discusses that attorney responsibilities regarding electronic discovery, automated document assembly. Electronic court filing, how a client employs technology, the presenting of digital evidence in a courtroom, and open-source Internet investigations and research tools. The paper concludes that constant vigilance is the order of the day.
Authors and Affiliations
Donald L. Buresh, Ph. D. , J. D. , LL. M.
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- DOI 10.47191/ijsshr/v5-i2-14
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