Protective Orders Line by Line: A Detailed Look at Protective Orders and How to Change Them to Meet Your Needs

Written by an experienced litigator, Protective Orders Line by Line provides a detailed analysis of the numerous issues and considerations that impact one of the key documents used in any complex litigation: the protective order. Offering an in-depth study of key issues and pertinent cases impacting the drafting of protective orders as well as their interpretation and use by courts across the United States along with suggestions for best practices, this book identifies and discusses every major issue associated with negotiating, submitting, and then practicing under a protective order. The goal? To ensure entry of a protective order that provides the client with the appropriate protection of its confidential information, while also allowing the client sufficient access to the opposing party s confidential information to allow full participation in strategic litigation decisions. This book also provides readers with a variety of sample provisions, including multiple sample protective orders. Protective Orders Line by Line is a comprehensive and integrated book on the drafting and use of protective orders in complex litigation, and is an indispensable resource for both practitioners and clients alike.