One of the original attorneys in Morgan Lewis’s eData practice, Scott Milner counsels and advises companies in electronic discovery and information governance processes and best practices. He works with Morgan Lewis’s lawyers across practice groups to tailor strategies and discovery management plans for clients around the globe, in numerous industries and disciplines. Scott’s practice encompasses all phases of eDiscovery, from preservation and collection to review and production of large volumes of electronically stored information (ESI).   In episode 002 of Careers and The Business of Law: Legal Data Intelligence Series, David Cowen sits down with Scott Milner to talk about his journey from the early days of eDiscovery to leading Legal Data Intelligence (LDI) at Morgan Lewis. They dive into how eDiscovery started, the development of EDRM, and how tech has been a game-changer in legal processes. Scott points out the key skills needed for the future: being tech-savvy, thinking strategically, and tackling legal challenges head-on. They also talk about how LDI could change the game in legal frameworks and make the most out of data across various legal and compliance areas.   (0:09) - The Birth of eDiscovery. David Cowen hosts Scott Milner to dive into the genesis of eDiscovery and the emerging field of Legal Data Intelligence (LDI). Scott reminisces about the early days when eDiscovery was an unknown frontier, highlighting his collaborative journey with Tess Blair and Morgan Lewis, noting, "it's like we didn't even know what e-discovery was."   (0:43) - A Generation in eDiscovery. Scott reflects on his longstanding friendship and professional rapport with David, marking over two decades in the eDiscovery landscape. He jokes, "I like to pretend I started when I was six years old, right? Because I can't be that old."   (1:16) - Innovating Out of Necessity. In the nascent stages of eDiscovery, Scott and his peers were pioneers, crafting their tools and processes from scratch. "We had to build the technology. We had to build the process.”   (3:33) - Evolution of eDiscovery Technology. Scott outlines his journey through various technologies in eDiscovery, from manual processes  to sophisticated solutions like Accelerate and generative AI. He expresses enthusiasm for the continuous evolution and integration of tech that enhances legal outcomes.   (5:15) - The Genesis of EDRM. Reflecting on the creation of the Electronic Discovery Reference Model (EDRM), Scott credits the collaborative effort led by George Socha in Minneapolis, highlighting how a gathering of brilliant minds laid the groundwork for standardized practices in eDiscovery.   (6:14) - Defining Legal Data Intelligence (LDI). Scott articulates the mission of LDI as an extension of EDRM, aiming to harness data more comprehensively beyond eDiscovery. He views LDI as a crucial step forward in utilizing eDiscovery frameworks to address broader legal and data challenges like cybersecurity and contract analytics.   (14:13) - The Future of Legal Data Intelligence. As the conversation wraps, Scott contemplates the transformative potential of generative AI in legal operations. He projects a visionary future where eDiscovery principles could revolutionize data handling across various sectors.   Mentions: Morgan Lewis: Law firm where Scott Milner works. Morgan Lewis official website George Socha: Co-founder of EDRM. George Socha's professional page Tess Blair: Entrepreneur in the e-Discovery space. Tess Blair's profile at Practising Law Institute Aloe Blacc: Artist of the song "The Man," mentioned by Scott as his outro song. Aloe Blacc's official website