Smarter eDiscovery: How Brazilian Legal Teams Can Regain Cost Control

In Brazil’s rapidly evolving legal environment, eDiscovery has emerged as a critical factor not just in litigation and investigations—but in controlling costs and managing risk. The convergence of rising data volumes, increasing compliance requirements, and tighter legal budgets means legal teams must now do more with less, all while navigating complex regulatory frameworks like the Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados (LGPD). 

Yet many discovery workflows are outdated. Over-collection, siloed systems, and manual processes drive up costs and introduce risks around data privacy, defensibility, and operational inefficiency. The result? Legal departments are left exposed—financially and reputationally. 

The good news is that a smarter, more strategic model is within reach—one that delivers cost predictability, compliance readiness, and long-term value. 

Why eDiscovery Costs Spiral—And What’s Behind It 

Across Brazil, legal departments face a common set of eDiscovery challenges: 

• Over-collection of data from multiple sources—much of it irrelevant or duplicative 
• Unstructured evidence (e.g., WhatsApp messages, cloud-based files) that is difficult and expensive to review 
• Manual first-level review, even when AI-driven tools could perform early culling and categorization 
• Cross-border complexity, especially with matters that touch U.S. or EU jurisdictions 

These issues lead to inflated legal spend, delays, and heightened risk—especially when discovery workflows fall short of LGPD standards or defensibility requirements. 

A Managed Model: Restoring Clarity and Control 

Brazilian legal teams are beginning to move away from reactive, case-by-case discovery and toward a managed services model that emphasizes structure, consistency, and control. 

This shift enables legal departments to: 

• Reduce review volumes by leveraging AI-powered filtering and early case assessment 
• Embed LGPD compliance into the discovery process from the outset 
• Eliminate redundant storage costs with strategic data lifecycle management 
• Adopt scalable pricing models that replace unpredictable project fees 

At Lineal, we support Brazilian clients with LGPD-aware workflows, defensible forensic collections, and RelativityOne environments tailored to regional and global standards. Our Amplify™ Review  technology further boosts efficiency by eliminating redundant document review and enabling insight reuse across matters—saving both time and money. 

Why the “Old Way” No Longer Works 

Treating each eDiscovery matter as a standalone project is no longer sustainable—especially for legal departments managing recurring disputes or regulatory inquiries. 

Outdated approaches often lead to: 

• Culling data too late, resulting in unnecessary hosting and review 
• Spending on manual tasks that could be automated with existing technology 
• Missing insights from past matters due to disconnected systems 
• Non-compliance risks, as workflows vary from case to case 

In contrast, a managed approach creates consistency across matters, enhances defensibility, and empowers legal teams to act faster with greater confidence. 

A More Predictable, Defensible Approach to Discovery 

Leading Brazilian legal teams are reframing eDiscovery as a process to be optimized—not just a problem to be solved. 

Whether managing a regulatory inquiry, cross-border litigation, or internal investigation, a managed eDiscovery model allows you to: 

• Forecast and control budgets with accuracy 
• Meet LGPD and other regulatory standards consistently 
• Reduce internal review burdens and free up legal resources 
• Accelerate response timelines across all matter types 
• Maintain data oversight from start to finish 

In a legal climate where operational missteps can trigger fines and reputational damage, this proactive, structured approach is a strategic advantage. 

Want to see how Brazilian teams are using AI to enhance compliance and review? Read this article to explore smarter strategies for internal investigations.

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About Lineal 

Lineal is an innovative eDiscovery and legal technology solutions company that empowers law firms and corporations with modern data management and review strategies. Established in 2009, Lineal specializes in comprehensive eDiscovery services, leveraging its proprietary technology suite, Amplify™ to enhance efficiency and accuracy in handling large volumes of electronic data. With a global presence and a team of experienced professionals, Lineal is dedicated to delivering custom-tailored solutions that drive optimal legal outcomes for its clients. For more information, visit lineal.com