Leighton Ferguson
About Leighton Ferguson
Leighton Ferguson serves as the Director of Business Development at Epiq, where he leverages over a decade of experience in litigation and eDiscovery solutions. He specializes in connecting legal and technology sectors to assist clients in managing legal costs and risks.
Work at Epiq
Leighton Ferguson has served as the Director of Business Development at Epiq since 2010. In this role, he focuses on providing solutions for litigation and eDiscovery needs. His responsibilities include consulting with organizations that face judicial scrutiny and increased costs, as well as addressing emerging risks in discovery, privacy, and digital investigations. Ferguson's expertise lies in bridging the gap between legal and IT/technology, helping clients reduce legal spend and mitigate risk.
Education and Expertise
Leighton Ferguson studied Marketing at the University of Georgia, where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree. His education spanned from 2004 to 2008, including two years at the Terry College of Business. This academic background has equipped him with the necessary skills to engage effectively in business development within the legal and technology sectors.
Background
Prior to his current position at Epiq, Leighton Ferguson worked as an Account Executive at Esquire Solutions from 2008 to 2010. He also gained early experience as a Marketing Intern at RaceTrac Petroleum in 2006. His decade-long career has focused on providing solutions tailored to litigation and eDiscovery, emphasizing the integration of legal and technology services.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Leighton Ferguson has engaged with organizations facing challenges related to judicial scrutiny and digital investigations. He has consulted on best practices in eDiscovery and the Electronic Discovery Reference Model (EDRM), contributing to the development of strategies that help clients navigate complex legal landscapes and manage associated risks.