About us

The Complex Litigation e-Discovery Forum (CLEF) was founded to address a critical gap in the legal industry: a lack of resources and dedicated education for plaintiff-side attorneys and litigation support professionals who manage e-discovery in complex cases.

Plaintiffs face unique challenges in litigation, often contending with disproportionate resources and data-heavy discovery processes. CLEF provides the knowledge, tools, and strategies to level the playing field and build stronger foundations for their matters.

We are more than an organization—we are a community focused on collaboration, education, and empowerment for plaintiffs' legal teams as they navigate the complexities of e-discovery.

2024 CLEF Conference 

What We Do

CLEF serves as a hub for learning and connection, offering practical resources and actionable strategies to help plaintiffs’ teams succeed in litigation.

  • Annual Conference: Our flagship event brings together plaintiffs’ teams to share best practices, strategies, and insights into emerging technologies and legal trends.
  • Webinars: Interactive virtual sessions sponsored by legal service and technology providers, offering deep dives into key topics, case studies, and best practices to keep members informed and prepared.
  • Resource Library (Coming Soon!):  A centralized collection of articles, templates, guides, and case studies to simplify workflows and support discovery challenges.
  • Community Forum (Launching Soon!):  An online space where members can share ideas, ask questions, and exchange strategies for handling real-world challenges in e-discovery.

 

Why CLEF Matters

CLEF is the first and only forum specifically focused on plaintiffs’ needs in e-discovery—bridging the gap between resources and real-world litigation demands.

We provide:

  • Practical education designed for plaintiff-focused litigation.
  • Collaborative opportunities to share strategies and overcome obstacles.
  • Resources and connections to tools and technology providers that support plaintiffs’ e-discovery needs.

 

Who Should Join?

CLEF membership is exclusively for plaintiffs’ legal professionals, including:

  • Plaintiffs’ Attorneys – Advocates handling complex cases requiring strategic e-discovery expertise.
  • Litigation Support Professionals – Specialists managing discovery workflows, data analysis, and case preparation.
  • E-Discovery Specialists – Experts focused on data-driven solutions to handle large-scale discovery challenges.

CLEF was founded on education, empowerment, and advocacy principles—values that continue to guide our work today. Through resources, collaboration, and ongoing education, we are committed to supporting plaintiffs’ legal teams as they navigate the complexities of e-discovery.

See how CLEF is shaping the future of e-discovery by promoting fairness, innovation, and practical solutions for plaintiffs.

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