"Preserving Attorney-Client Privilege in the Digital Age: Ethical Duties and Practical Strategies," March 26, 2025

Protecting attorney-client privilege has become more complex, and attorneys face heightened risks of inadvertently waiving privilege. This session will explore lawyers' ethical responsibilities in safeguarding privileged information, particularly in digital environments. Attendees will gain practical insights on maintaining privilege while adhering to ethical standards, and this panel is eligible for ethics credit. 

Key discussion topics will include:

• Common technological challenges to preserving privilege, including inadvertent disclosures, third-party data breaches, and vulnerabilities in digital communication platforms;
• How AI tools used in eDiscovery and document review can complicate privilege determinations, potentially revealing privileged materials unintentionally;
• The importance of training staff on the ethical use of technology, ensuring that everyone from junior attorneys to IT personnel understands how to prevent privilege from being waived; and
• Challenges of cross-border legal practice, where differing data privacy laws and ethical rules can pose risks to maintaining privilege.

ALM Legalweek, which takes place from March 24 to 27 this year, is escribed as the "leading conference for the legal technology industry," and one that "hits all the marks for information, education, and networking." It transcends the traditional conference model to deliver unparalleled thought leadership, networking, and technological innovation.

For more information or to register, visit the event page.