Now a part of cases both large and small, e-discovery has seen an increased importance in government and criminal cases. But with that increased importance comes a question for those who may be more familiar with the commercial side: Are there any differences conducting e-discovery in a government case?

As it turns out, even if the e-discovery process is the same, there are some secrets that can help e-discovery run more smoothly when dealing with a government case. The “E-Discovery With the Government” panel at Relativity Fest 2018 featured a number of government representatives alongside lawyers who deal with the government on a daily basis.