The strategic partnership with Calloquy will focus on best practices and education in remote litigation education and cybersecurity for lawyers, paralegals, and litigation teams.
October 4, 2023 – Dallas, TX – The Association of Certified E-Discovery Specialists (ACEDS), the world’s premier organization dedicated to improving the quality of education and standards of the e-discovery industry and part of BARBRI Professional Education, is delighted to announce its strategic partnership with Calloquy, a leading provider of remote litigation solutions and court reporting services.
In this pivotal alliance, ACEDS and Calloquy aim to jointly educate lawyers, paralegals, and litigation teams on the nuances and best practices associated with remote litigation and court reporting. The partnership emphasizes a critical focus on cybersecurity, acknowledging the ever-evolving challenges that legal professionals face in maintaining data integrity and security throughout all stages of the discovery process, particularly in a predominantly digital landscape.
“Partnering with Calloquy allows us to bring their expertise in remote litigation and cybersecurity into the educational programs we offer. This collaboration strengthens our shared commitment to advancing ACEDS educational mission and ensuring that legal professionals are prepared for the complexities of today’s e-discovery landscape,” stated Maribel Rivera, Vice President of ACEDS.
Calloquy is renowned for its comprehensive programs and resources dedicated to remote litigation and court reporting. This collaboration with ACEDS is a testament to the organization’s broader objective of contributing to the ongoing education and professional development of legal practitioners.
“Joining forces with ACEDS, a respected institution in e-discovery, allows us to reach a wider audience in need of updated skills and knowledge. Especially in the current environment, understanding cybersecurity and how it impacts the entire litigation process is not a luxury—it’s a necessity,” noted David Carter, CEO of Calloquy.
The partnership will facilitate a range of initiatives such as webinars, certification courses, and industry research, all designed to equip legal professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary for effective remote litigation. Both organizations are deeply committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality and integrity in the services they offer.
The strategic partnership between ACEDS and Calloquy comes at a critical time when remote litigation and cybersecurity are front and center in the legal industry’s consciousness. Together, they aim to set the benchmark for education and best practices in this critical area, leading the charge for a safer, more effective legal landscape.
For more information about ACEDS and its partners, visit www.aceds.org.
For more information about Calloquy, visit www.calloquy.com.
About Calloquy
Calloquy is the first remote litigation platform built for litigators and the nation’s leading provider of secure court reporting services. It is a safer, more secure, more intuitive, more efficient, platform designed for all stages of litigation. Calloquy was built by litigators who understand that when it comes to keeping data secure, the duties and challenges which attorneys face are numerous and multifaceted. Our layouts, with clear titles and traditional seating arrangements, mimic the look and feel of in-person proceedings and put litigators back on familiar turf. Calloquy’s integrated evidence management system allows attorneys and paralegals to upload exhibits prior to a deposition, mediation, or arbitration where it’s protected until needed. Calloquy prioritizes cybersecurity in its court reporting operations, closing a significant cybersecurity gap that exists with most other providers who rely on independent contractors to staff their jobs.
About ACEDS
The Association of Certified E-Discovery Specialists (ACEDS), part of leading legal education provider BARBRI, is the world’s leading organization for training and certification in e-discovery, information governance, and related disciplines. ACEDS provides training to corporate legal departments, law firms, the government, service providers, and to institutions of higher learning. Our flagship CEDS certification is recognized around the world and used to verify skills and competence in electronic discovery for organizations and individuals through training, certification, and continuing education.
The CEDS credential is held by legal professionals at the largest Fortune 500 companies, Am Law 200 firms, and government agencies. ACEDS has 30 chapters in most major US cities, Canada, the UK, Ireland, the Netherlands, South Africa, and Australia. Our goal is to help professionals and organizations reduce the costs and risks associated with e-discovery while helping to improve and verify their skills and advance their careers and overall technology competence in e-discovery and related fields.
ACEDS Media Contact
Katie Saylor
913.219.4444
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