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OmniVere LLC, a global services firm responding to data risk management challenges, today announced that it has acquired Kiersted Systems LP, a leader in electronic discovery and legal technology consulting.
The acquisition complements and extends OmniVere’s discovery and consulting businesses and enhances OmniVere’s geographic reach and client base. Kiersted, having earned ISO/IEC 27001:2013 certification for its information security management system (ISMS), is highly regarded for its proprietary state-of-the-art eDiscovery and legal process automation tools and has long-standing relationships with leading global corporations and law firms. Kiersted has been awarded kCura’s coveted Best in Service designation three years in a row, demonstrating an exceptional level of technical expertise, client service and knowledge of Relativity. Kiersted has locations in Houston, New York, Newport Beach and Atlanta.
Ken Merlau, Chief Executive Officer of OmniVere, said: “This acquisition strengthens our leadership in providing a complete range of discovery support and corporate data risk management services. Combining our industry expertise will allow us to further deliver on our mission of helping our clients manage corporate data risk with radical efficiency.”
Merlau added: “I have the highest regard for George Kiersted as founder of Kiersted Systems and a pioneer in the eDiscovery industry. I am looking forward to working with him and his entire team. George will continue as President of Kiersted Systems, and join OmniVere’s executive team as Chief Technology Officer.”