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Electronic documents questionnaire definition

What does Electronic documents questionnaire mean? A structured questionnaire used by parties to identify and explain their electronically stored information (ESI) for disclosure (e‑disclosure/e‑discovery), covering systems, custodians, data sources, formats, volumes, preservation, search methods and likely costs. It is a practical tool rather than a statutory concept, designed to inform case management, proportionality and the scope of disclosure orders. In England and Wales, it originated in cpr practice Direction 31B (Disclosure of Electronic Documents). In the Business and Property Courts, disclosure is now governed by PD 57AD, which replaces the questionnaire with the Disclosure Review Document (DRD) capturing equivalent information; use of the standalone questionnaire...

Electronic Documents Questionnaire (EDQ) for electronic disclosure under CPR PD 31B: timing, completion, exchange and co‑operation (England and Wales)

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Practice notes

This Practice Note addresses and answers common questions about the Electronic documents questionnaire (EDQ) (also known as the E-documents questionnaire). It should be read in conjunction with Practice Note: Electronic disclosure—Electronic Documents Questionnaire (EDQ). Note: this Practice Note does not deal with the provisions of the disclosure scheme operating in the Business and Property Courts. In the majority of such cases, electronic disclosure must be provided, though particular rules govern how it is handled and searched for. For guidance on electronic disclosure in such circumstances, see: Disclosure Scheme (Business & Property Courts)—overview.

When should I first look at the Electronic Documents Questionnaire (EDQ)?

In a case not subject to the disclosure scheme, consider EDQ as soon as you are instructed...

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