2009 Growth & Profitability

BlackStone Discovery announces 7th consecutive year of growth and profitability highlighted by expansion of e-Discovery and professional services business

Silicon Valley, CA – February 17, 2009 - BlackStone Discovery’s focus on delivering value and reducing litigation costs paid huge dividends for local corporate counsel and law firms alike in 2009. By implementing the customized Rapid Response Methodology (RRM) BlackStone guided legal teams through each step of the EDRM process, merging smart approaches and cost-conscious solutions with affordable prices creating measurable results.  In 2009 BlackStone showed an 88% expansion in e-Discovery processing, and a 42% growth in the consultative services group. Others highlights of 2009 included increases in forensic collections, early cases assessment services and the delivery of online hosted solutions.

Daniel J. Pinna, BlackStone’s Vice President of Business Development assessed 2009 and discussed what’s ahead in 2010. “BlackStone Discovery’s successes in 2009 are proof that focusing on what matters is rewarded in the market place. 2009 was the year of focus on cost and data containment, with litigation teams looking for clear guidance and consistent value. BlackStone delivered in 2009, providing enhanced e-Discovery value & education to law firms and corporate in-house litigation teams. Local counsel leveraged BlackStone to identify and present cost-savings throughout the entire EDRM model. Beginning with targeted forensic collections all the way through document review and productions, our solutions impact a range of fees that can account for upwards of 50% of the entire litigation budget. Also, 2009 saw value from BlackStone’s “Process Once, Use Many” technique of leveraging technology to guarantee that relevant data is processed only once and preserved for future matters. BlackStone Discovery’s focus in 2010 is continued Client Education, Budget Control and Expansion of Technology Expertise within the Silicon Valley litigation community.”

About BlackStone Discovery

BlackStone Discovery is Silicon Valley’s trusted local e-Discovery service provider for international law firms & corporations. By employing BlackStone’s unique Rapid Response Methodology “RRM”, their respected list of clients benefit from custom-tailored solutions and immediate responsiveness. Based in Palo Alto, California, BlackStone Discovery’s portfolio of litigation support services includes a full spectrum of cost-effective solutions ranging the entire EDRM spectrum from forensic collections, native file analysis & review, ESI processing, and hosted databases. When engaged early in new litigation matters, BlackStone’s team of Discovery professionals takes a consultative approach to guarantee that each and every project comes out right and under budget. For more information on BlackStone Discovery visit http://www.BlackStoneDiscovery.com or call 650.331.3000