• Simon Manton •
About • Simon Manton •
Simon Manton serves as the Senior Business Development Manager at KLDiscovery in London, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in managing complex eDisclosure projects and has a strong background in law and politics.
Work at KLDiscovery
Simon Manton has served as Senior Business Development Manager at KLDiscovery since 2018. In this role, he has focused on managing complex eDisclosure projects, particularly in the construction, civil engineering, and financial services sectors. His responsibilities include collaborating with law firms and corporate clients to enhance best practices and workflows related to litigation and regulatory investigations. Manton has also been involved in large-scale investigations and inquiries, contributing to KLDiscovery's reputation in the eDiscovery industry.
Education and Expertise
Simon Manton has a solid educational background in law and politics. He studied at University College, Cardiff, where he earned a B.Sc.Econ (Hons) in Law & Politics from 1977 to 1980. He furthered his legal education at Birmingham City University, completing the Law Society Finals from 1980 to 1981. Additionally, Manton completed his secondary education at Blue Coat C of E School in Walsall, where he achieved 3 A levels and 7 O levels. His academic credentials support his extensive experience in managing eDisclosure projects.
Background
Before joining KLDiscovery, Simon Manton played a significant role in the launch and development of Westlaw UK during his time at Sweet & Maxwell, a part of Thomson Reuters. He was also instrumental in establishing a strong presence for Iris Data Services in the UK. His background in these organizations has provided him with a comprehensive understanding of the legal and regulatory landscape, which he applies in his current role.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Simon Manton has been involved in significant eDisclosure projects and complex investigations. His work at KLDiscovery includes managing substantial inquiries that require a high level of expertise and coordination. His contributions have helped shape best practices in litigation and regulatory investigations, demonstrating his commitment to enhancing operational efficiencies within the legal sector.