Daniel David Smith
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Daniel Smith

Global eDiscovery Consultant

Daniel specialises in complex eDiscovery and disclosure matters, advising clients across contentious, regulatory, and investigative contexts.
His expertise spans the full lifecycle of data-intensive matters, including information governance, forensic collection, data processing, review strategy, and technology-assisted workflows. He has deep experience supporting clients in highly regulated sectors and in matters involving cross border data, emerging technologies and large-scale datasets.
 
Daniel is recognised for bringing a strategic and solutions-focused approach to eDiscovery, combining legal, technical and operational insight. With over 25 years’ experience in the industry, he is a Relativity Master and winner of a Relativity Innovation Award, reflecting his client-centred approach to driving innovation and contribution to advancing best practices in eDiscovery. He is committed to thought leadership and knowledge sharing within the eDiscovery community, contributing insights through training, collaborative initiatives and speaking engagements at industry conferences. He is particularly passionate about the role of AI in transforming eDiscovery practices and enhancing the defensibility and efficiency of legal workflows.
Disclaimer
A&O Shearman was formed on May 1, 2024 by the combination of Shearman & Sterling LLP and Allen & Overy LLP and their respective affiliates (the legacy firms). Any matters referred to above may include matters undertaken by one or more of the legacy firms rather than A&O Shearman.