Published on Jul 5, 2023 
A Chambers and Partners ranking identifies excellence within the legal industry. Since 1990, the organization has published guides for the legal profession, ranking the best by independently researching companies and individuals based on qualities such as technical ability, client service, commitment, and professional conduct. Vetted litigation support companies are officially recognized annually in the definitive Chambers Guide to Litigation Support Providers. Through in-depth interviews, Chambers also provides a scale of 1 (highest) to 6 (lowest) to further distinguish the expertise of those ranked.
Innovative Driven Ranks in the Top Band in Chambers eDiscovery
We’ve achieved the Chambers and Partners ranking for five consecutive years. Our ranking for eDiscovery within Band 1 in 2023 conveys our corporate strengths of developing a culture of robust client services and highly regarded teams within the legal industry. The casework in civil litigation matters and antitrust investigations, coupled with the eDiscovery, ESI, and TAR expertise, reflect our ongoing commitment to conceive, develop, and deliver the quality services and processes that law firms, corporations, and government entities rely on. Or simply stated – we embrace the name Innovative Driven. From product teams that develop our proprietary software to consultants who bring solutions to complex problems, every team member is part of our ecosystem centered on client success.
Consulting Team Recognized for Expertise
Adding to our notable presence in the eDiscovery space are several Innovative Driven professionals recognized within the Chambers 2023 rankings. As part of our PRESA consulting services, these individuals demonstrate technical prowess and exceptional experience in solving complex problems efficiently. Among the recognized team are Philip Favro (Band 1), Eric Mandel (Band 2), and Cathy Fetgatter (Band 3).
Philip Favro, regarded for his experience as a court-appointed special master, also serves as an expert witness. Peers recognize Mr. Favro as “brilliant” and a “leading thinker on eDiscovery case law.” In addition, Mr. Favro regularly provides judges with training on eDiscovery and ESI while consulting as a trusted advisor to law firms and organizations on those issues.
Philip Favro, Principal Consultant
“I am grateful for clients, peers, and Chambers who have honored me with this distinction.”
Eric P. Mandel, a cross-border eDiscovery specialist, has held leadership roles for several legal tech organizations. One reviewer described Mr. Mandel as “a tremendous talent, a pure eDiscovery juggernaut whom I would trust with any matter.” Mr. Mandel is a recognized influencer within the industry in no small part due to his active participation in drafting The Sedona Principles, Third Edition.
Eric P. Mandel, Principal Consultant
“For the better part of the last two decades, I have been fortunate to work with, and learn from, some of the smartest, most capable people in eDiscovery. During that time, I have dedicated my professional efforts towards expanding my knowledge of the law and technology and honing my craft as an advisor, consultant, and testifying expert. It is both extremely satisfying and meaningful to be individually recognized by Chambers and Partners, based in no small part on the generous and humbling testimonials of clients and peers.”
Cathy Fetgatter, an expert in analytics and managed review services with an energetic determination to implement optimal technology-assisted review workflows for clients, is at the forefront of applying a variety of machine learning techniques, both “unsupervised” and “supervised” by human reviewers. As described by Chambers, Ms. Fetgatter “operates at peak performance for everything related to document review. She fully understands the space [and]…consistently advises clients on best practices.”
Cathy A. Fetgatter, Senior Vice President, Analytics & Managed Review Services
“I fully recognize this would not be possible without the brilliant clients and colleagues I work with. The collective expertise, diverse perspectives, and unique challenges encountered on every matter contribute to innovative ideas and solutions, ultimately benefiting our clients and the industry by pushing document review tasking to the lowest cost resource with the required skill set – without compromising on quality – whether that resource be human or technology.
Chambers’ recognition is significant as it highlights my ability to leverage technology and law, provide exceptional client service, and help maintain a healthy work/life balance by optimizing resources. This recognition is a testament to my dedication to excellence in the industry.”
