MASTERING MODERN ATTACHMENTS IN EDISCOVERY
This CLE webinar will address challenges posed by modern attachments, such as cloud-based file links in Microsoft 365 and Google Workspaces, and provide practical solutions for legal professionals managing eDiscovery. The webinar ensures defensibility and compliance when handling these evolving data types.
Key Highlights:
• What modern attachments are and why they matter in eDiscovery.
• Practical strategies for preserving cloud-stored files and metadata.
• Tools and techniques for collecting hyperlinked files across platforms.
• How to navigate versioning challenges and audit logs for investigations.
• Real-world application through a case study inspired by Erin Brockovich.
Discover how modern attachments—hyperlinked files stored in cloud platforms like Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace—are reshaping eDiscovery practices. In this CLE-accredited webinar by Blue Star Case Solutions, industry experts Rocky Messing, Co-Founder of Altorney, and Sarah Thompson, Chief Product Officer at BlueStar, delve into the challenges these attachments pose, including version control, metadata complexity, and cross-organization issues. Learn best practices for preserving, collecting, and reviewing cloud-based data to uncover critical evidence efficiently.
Why This Matters for Law Firms and Corporate Legal Teams
Law firms and corporate legal departments have long struggled with modern attachments, often missing critical evidence or spending excessive time manually tracking linked documents.
BlueStar’s solution changes that by delivering: Complete Visibility – No more missing evidence or overlooked cloud-based documents.
Faster, More Cost-Effective Review – Reduce document noise and accelerate litigation workflows.
Ironclad Defensibility – Maintain full chain of custody, version history, and metadata integrity.
We have proudly partnered with OCPA, Orange County Paralegal Association, which provides California CLE credit.
CLE APPROVED: CA, FL, TX, IL, AND RECIPROCAL STATES
Let’s Meet Our Panelists:
Rachi Messing: Co-Founder at Altorney
Rachi Messing is a recognized leader in the eDiscovery industry, bringing 25 years of experience in global compliance and technology strategy across both service providers and software development. In 2022, he co-founded Altorney with his brother, Shimmy.
Previously, Rachi was a Senior Program Manager at Microsoft in the Corporate, External & Legal Affairs (CELA) department, where he managed and promoted advanced technology solutions for the eDiscovery team. Before that, he spent four years in the Office 365 Information Protection product group, helping develop eDiscovery, data governance, and compliance features.
Rachi has held key leadership roles throughout his career, including as part of the Equivio management team, a founding team member at DiscoverReady, and managing eDiscovery at RLS. He began his career at Merrill Corporation and currently serves as an advisory board member for ACEDS and EDRM.
Sarah Thompson: Chief Product Officer at BlueStar Case Solutions
Sarah Thompson (née Sims) is the Chief Product Officer at BlueStar Case Solutions, Inc., and Founder of Siemly, LLC. A finalist for the 2024 Relativity Artificial Intelligence Innovation Award, Sarah is a leading authority on AI applications in the legal field, Microsoft 365 legal compliance, and defensible ESI preservation and collection, with over 20 years of experience. She pioneered the first forensically sound remote computer and cloud collection platform and the first legal hold integration into Microsoft 365's eDiscovery platform. Currently, she is leading the development of BlueStar's Next-Gen AI solutions and Siemly's innovative Microsoft 365-based legal investigation platform. Sarah has held product leadership roles at renowned companies like iConect, Dataflight, LexisNexis, and Zapproved, and holds a BS in computer science from the University of Western Ontario, Canada.
Scott Collister: Senior Director of Legal Solutions at BlueStar Case Solutions
Scott Collister is Senior Director of Legal Solutions at BlueStar Case Solutions, Inc. and a seasoned expert in eDiscovery, legal technologies, and complex litigation support, with over 20 years of experience driving operational excellence and client success. Throughout his career, Scott has led high-performing teams, optimized eDiscovery processes, and managed multimillion-dollar projects across a range of industries, including mass tort and regulatory compliance. Known for his strategic vision and strong client relationships, Scott has successfully overseen large-scale eDiscovery implementations for Fortune 50 companies, major law firms, and federal agencies. His leadership has consistently delivered innovative solutions and measurable results, enhancing efficiency and ensuring compliance in high-stakes legal matters.