Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is Sentry Consulting Group?
Sentry Consultant Group is an organization that offers relief from over-billing, inefficiency, unnecessary complexities, and ineffective results experienced by corporate or government clients during any large-scale Discovery project.
2. Why do I need Sentry Consulting?
SCG clients benefit from an expansive network of professional consultants available on a moments notice to undertake their large scale projects. Our world class consultants are experienced, diligent, and skilled, every SCG consultant guarantees a firm�s document preparation and production process will be simplified, streamlined, efficient, effective, and thorough, resulting in a substantial reduction in litigation costs and document preparation billings that remain cost-effective and true.
3. What is document production?
Document production is a phase of the discovery process in which an opposing party requests documents, or in the case of an investigation by a federal agency, a government request for all documents relevant to the investigation. Discovery is usually the most expensive phase of litigation, and the cost is almost always borne by the defendant.
4. What services does SCG offer?
SCG offers per project, retainer, or hourly consulting services for the following:
1. Strategic Services including project evaluation, project plan development, identification of improvements, vendor recommendations, production schedule and review process.
2. Consulting Services including the implementation of efficiency strategy and improved methods of review; onsite monitoring of law firm; continued process improvement; identification and cost reduction opportunities; and implementation of accountability processes for law firms and contract attorneys.
3. Auditing Services including evaluation of timeliness, accuracy, efficiency, quality and contracted employee performance of the project; feedback to corporation; and 24-hour monitoring of the corporation�s interests.
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5. What is the Sentry Method of Review�?
The Sentry Method of Review� is a proven method of Discovery that maximizes efficiency, speed, and accuracy. It provides litigation management initiatives that control document review costs and minimize downtime through early completion and streamlined review procedures.
6. How can I benefit from SCG?
SCG works as a consultant with your law firm, utilizing our experience, skills, and expertise to act as watchdog over your best interests. That means we make certain that the document preparation and production process is simplified, streamlined, efficient, effective and thorough, without excessive hourly billing charges that can drain your company�s resources.
7. I hired General Counsel to control my litigation costs, why do I need SCG?
SCG are the Discovery specialists. Because of our expertise, outsourcing this aspect of litigation to SCG boosts efficiency and cost-reduction of your document production. Our consultant�s experience allows them to target cost-savings opportunities for you that someone with less experience would miss. This allows General Counsel the ability to focus on the day-to-day legal battles of the company, rather than escalating billable hours.
8. Which consultant will work on my project?
The SCG consultant chosen to work on your project will have significant experience in the specific area of litigation that your case involves. In that way, the consultant can provide effective input on ways to increase the overall efficiency of the review.
9. Does SCG supervise the law firm?
No. SCG in no way supervises the law firm. SCG observes the law firm�s process to identify cost-saving opportunities and efficiency improvements. SCG then provides feedback to the client. SCG only answers to the client, thus eliminating any conflict of interest with the law firm.
10. Do SCG consultants work onsite at the location of the project?
Yes. SCG consultants work onsite alongside project attorneys to give an accurate assessment of employee performance, as well as set realistic project goals.
11. Where is SCG located?
Located at 1875 I Street, Suite 500, Washington DC 20006
Phone (202) 429-2097
Fax (202) 429-9574
SCG�s home office operates from the very heart of a majority of large scale litigation cases, and near the home of many agencies where the cases originate. Though SCG is uniquely qualified to effectively serve those in the nation�s capital, they are also equipped and prepared to serve organizations nationally as well as abroad.
12. How do I begin the process of using SCG?
Contact our office today at (202) 429-2097 or email us at info@sentrycg.com. We�ll discuss your needs and provide you with a FREE, no-obligation initial consultation.
13. How soon can SCG begin consulting on my project?
SCG has consultants all over the United States and can begin a project within one week of your request for service.
14. Do you guarantee savings?
Though SCG cannot guarantee a set percentage of savings, we are committed to providing you with maximum return on investment and a solution to eliminating outrageously inflated legal fees.
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