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Seth Hughes

Global Head of eDiscovery, Manchester

Seth Hughes is the Global Head of eDiscovery at DWF, where he brings over 15 years of industry expertise to a leadership role at the forefront of legal technology and data innovation.
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Experience 

Through his deep understanding of complex data environments, Seth integrates advanced analytics and artificial intelligence into eDiscovery processes, solving multifaceted client data challenges that extend well beyond conventional legal discovery.

As Global Head of eDiscovery, Seth Hughes leads an international team of eDiscovery and data experts providing holistic litigation support services to clients alongside solutions to the vast array of challenges they often face leading up to and beyond discovery and disclosure.

In his current role, Seth leads a diverse and geographically dispersed team across the UK, USA, and Canada, fostering a collaborative environment that encourages cross-border innovation and best practices. His leadership is marked by an ability to align technology with strategic business goals, ensuring that every solution is tailored to meet the unique challenges faced by clients in an increasingly complex digital landscape.

Throughout his time at DWF, Seth has supported all aspects of eDiscovery projects, leading matters both nationally and internationally. He has developed bespoke solutions and workflows to meet the needs of his clients and created efficient delivery models through automation and the deployment of appropriate AI models supporting enhanced document review, PII detection and document intelligence.

Seth consistently demonstrates a commitment to operational excellence and innovation. He is a passionate advocate for leveraging the power of data analysis to drive strategic insights, streamline legal workflows, and deliver transformative solutions for clients. His forward-thinking approach has led to the development of AI-driven methodologies that not only enhance the efficiency of eDiscovery but also provide critical business intelligence for his clients.