FW: White Paper - Use of Internet-based Technology Meets Attorney ,
 FYI

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From: 	"Kathy Kumiega" <kathy.kumiega@elftech.com>@ENRON [mailto:IMCEANOTES-+22Kathy+20Kumiega+22+20+3Ckathy+2Ekumiega+40elftech+2Ecom+3E+40ENRON@ENRON.com] 
Sent:	Friday, March 30, 2001 2:31 PM
To:	kathy.kumiega@elftech.com
Subject:	White Paper - Use of Internet-based Technology Meets Attorney Ethical Standards


ELF Technologies, Inc. is making available a white paper regarding Electronic Invoicing and its affect on the rules of Professional Conduct and attorney client privilege.  If you are considering using an electronic solution to audit your invoices, or if you are currently using a third party, this is a MUST READ white paper. 
 
The paper is authored by Tom Melling, Esq., General Counsel of ELF Technologies, Inc.  Mr. Melling is a recognized expert and speaks nationally regarding data security and legal issues regarding the use of technology.  A short excerpt follows:
 
"Technology continues to be a tool used by every industry in the world, including the legal industry, to reduce costs, manage work load, increase productivity and solve problems.  Recent ethics opinions provide clear guidance regarding this technology...."  
 
TABLE OF CONTENTS (abbreviated)
Executive Summary
Description of ProvideIT software and Serengeti* Technical Safeguards.
Legal Analysis
Applicable Legal Rules.
Existing Opinions Regarding Electronic Invoicing (ProvideIT Software).
Existing Opinions Regarding Third Party Auditors.
Conclusion
 
For your FREE copy of this white paper, simply respond to this e-mail.  If you would like more information on ELF Technologies, Serengeti or ProvideIT, please add that to your response or call Kathy Kumiega  at 1 800 574-2353.  Or, for more information go to www.serengetius.com .
 
* Serengeti, an ELF Solution, is an online community where legal professionals can collaborate on case matters. Multiple legal services from the industry's leading providers are offered in a secure, scalable Internet environment. With a common Web browser, Serengeti users can choose from a wide range of services from one location.
Serengeti is the result of a decade of research and development by ELF to improve the workflow of legal professionals. Serengeti satisfies the need for a standard, secure channel between corporations and their outside counsel. By using and ASP model, Serengeti allows for the rapid deployment of technology solutions without a substantial investment in time or money.
 
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Thank you,
Robert H. Walls Jr. (Home Fax) <Robert H. Walls Jr.@+1 (713) 467-0212>