Understanding DOJ Discovery Policies provides an authoritative, insider"s perspective on the Department of Justice guidelines for handling evidence in white collar crime cases. Featuring partners from some of the nation"s leading law firms, these experts guide the reader through recent changes in DOJ regulations, including increased prosecutorial obligations, revised materiality standards, and emerging issues regarding electronic data. These top lawyers discuss recent ground-breaking legislation, such as the Ogden Memo, and cases such as United States v. Ted Stevens. Additionally, these leaders highlight the revised regulations for DOJ prosecutors, such as the new procedures for discovery and information review, and analyze what these guidelines mean for defense attorneys. From preparing for litigation to understanding the rationale behind recent decisions, these authors discuss the knowledge and skills that can be helpful when managing discovery in white collar cases. The different niches represented and the breadth of perspectives presented enable readers to get inside some of the great legal minds of today, as these experienced lawyers offer up their thoughts around the keys to understanding and navigating DOJ discovery policies. Inside the Minds provides readers with proven business intelligence from C-Level executives and lawyers (Chairman, CEO, CFO, CMO, Partner) from the world"s most respected companies and firms nationwide. Each chapter is comparable to an essay/thought leadership piece and is a future-oriented look at where an industry, profession, or topic is heading and the most important issues for the future. Each author has been selected based upon their experience and C-level standing within the professional community. Chapters: 1. Don DeGabrielle, Partner, Fulbright & Jaworski LLP - "The Guidance Memo" 2. Gil M. Soffer, Co-Chair, National White Collar Practice, Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP - "Recent Changes in DOJ Discovery Policies: The Ogden Memo" 3. Sarah Riley Howard, Partner; Chair, White Collar Criminal Defense Practice Group, Warner Norcross & Judd LLP - "Upcoming Policy Changes to DOJ Discovery and the Future of E-Discovery in Criminal Cases" 4. Per Ramfjord, Partner, Stoel Rives LLP - "DOJ"s New Discovery Policies: Will They Make a Difference?" 5. Daniel L. Zelenko, Partner, Crowell & Moring LLP - "Responding to the Ogden Memo: New Challenges and Opportunities for Defense Attorneys" Appendices: Appendix A: Sample Discovery Request Letter Appendix B: Rule 16 of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure Appendix C: Formal Opinion 09-454 Appendix D: Memorandum in Support of Pretrial Discovery Appendix E: Letter to Amend Rule 16 of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure Appendix F: Andrew Goldsmith Press Release Appendix G: Memorandum for Heads of Department Litigating Components Handling Criminal Matters Pretrial Discovery Appendix H: Memorandum for Department Prosecutors Appendix I: Proceedings for Stevens Case Appendix J: Discovery Compliance Press Release Appendix K: Issues Related to Trials and Other Court Proceedings