Program Directors
Susan Wortzman
MT>3
Gordon Lee
MT>3
Eligible for
As the scale and complexity of electronically stored information continues to rise dramatically, the ability to manage e-Discovery with efficiency and precision is a critical advantage. Stay ahead of the curve – equip yourself with the knowledge and practical skills you need to excel at e-Discovery.
The vast and ever-growing volume of data in litigation and transactional matters has added complexity to every stage of the e-Discovery process. Now more than ever before, leveraging the latest methods and tools is critical to success in this demanding field.
Developed by a multidisciplinary faculty of legal experts and top industry practitioners, this Osgoode Certificate provides the strategic insights needed to navigate the legal and technological challenges of e-Discovery with confidence.
Over the course of four intensive modules, you will gain a clear understanding of the entire e-Discovery lifecycle through focused, instructional sessions and live demonstrations of today’s leading tools. You will also receive practice management guidance from seasoned professionals to apply what you’ve learned in real-world settings.
Registration includes 120-day unlimited, online access to the recorded program.
What You’ll Learn
Gain an in-depth understanding of the legal and technology issues in e-Discovery
Understand the fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence, and the impact of generative AI on legal practice and digital evidence
Learn best practices for the preservation of evidence and how to collect, store and process e-documents
Understand the pros and cons of discovery plans
Learn how to conduct an effective case assessment
Get proven strategies for managing the expectations of clients and the Courts
Learn the steps for successful project management in litigation and due diligence
Identify common privilege issues
See how forensics and analytics tools are used
Identify and address the privacy, confidentiality, cybersecurity and AI issues in legal information
Understand the struggle between privacy and data retention
Hear about important developments in case law and legislation
Who Should Attend
Private practice lawyers
In-house counsel
Paralegals
Government lawyers
Legal technology/E-Discovery professionals
Knowledge/records management professionals
Faculty
Program Directors
Susan Wortzman
MT>3
Gordon Lee
MT>3
Advisory Board
Lisa Alleyne
Senior Legal Counsel, Information Governance & eDiscovery, Scotiabank
Maura R. Grossman
Maura Grossman Law, Buffalo, NY, and Research Professor, School of Computer Science, University of Waterloo
Kevin Lo
Senior Director, MT>3, a Division of McCarthy Tétrault LLP
Instructors
Stéphanie Laws
technicienne de soutien aux opérations / Operations Support Technician
“Every instructor and presenter were so well prepared, spoke well, and every presentation was very useful.”
Register
Apr 22, 29 & May 6 & 13, 2026
$3,995 + TAX
Time
April 22, 2026
9:00 a.m – 5:00 p.m (ET)
April 29, 2026
9:00 a.m – 5:00 p.m (ET)
May 6, 2026
9:00 a.m – 5:00 p.m (ET)
May 13, 2026
9:00 a.m – 5:00 p.m (ET)
Printable Registration Form
If a downloadable form is required, please contact osgoodepd@osgoode.yorku.ca.
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Certificate Requirements
To receive an Osgoode Certificate, you must view all 4 modules, either live or by watching the recorded archive, and successfully complete an online assessment within 30 days of the last module.
Justyna Rudny
Paralegal at New SRO (formerly IIROC)
“Very positive online experience. Program well prepared for online learning.”
CPD and Accreditation
Please Note
Final CPD accreditation has yet to be confirmed. The hours below are for the 2024 iteration of the program and should be used as an estimate only. Confirmed hours will be available soon.
OsgoodePD is an accredited provider with the LSO, the Law Society of BC and NY CLE Board. Select your location to view the eligible hours you may claim.
| Substantive | 25h |
|---|---|
| Professionalism | 7h 45m |
| EDI | 45m |
| Total | 33h 30m CPD |
| LAWPRO Risk Management Credit | Yes |
|---|
Are you reporting hours from a previous date?
View our CPD & Accreditation page to see previously calculated hours for this course.
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Online Technical Requirements
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