Emil Forsblad
Emil Forsblad
Paralegal
p: 650-458-4043
University of California Santa Cruz
Business Management Economics, 2001
California State University East Bay
Paralegal Studies, 2013
Environmental Health and Services
2005-2010
Paralegal Certification, 2013
Emil is the senior paralegal at Ralls Gruber & Niece and serves as the firm’s the in-house e-discovery expert and project manager. Emil has considerable experience with document management in cases involving dozens of parties and large productions of electronic data. He spearheads the firm’s use of predictive coding/TAR software for document review and production, taking a key role in the preparation of exhibits, graphics, and PowerPoint presentations.
Emil also has significant trial experience. He has been at counsel table for multiple jury trials and evidentiary proceedings and has participated in the presentation of electronic evidence and graphics during jury trials, arbitrations, and mediations. He frequently prepares attorneys for depositions, including factual research and exhibit selection and analysis. In addition to drafting discovery requests and responses, he has extensive experience with the electronic filing in courts including county, federal, and the state supreme court.
Emil continues to supplement his education with MCLE classes, emphasizing trial preparation and legal technology.
Contractor disputes: Managed project documents for matters totaling multiple terabytes of information. Reviewed and produced millions of pages of discovery documents and provided research and analysis on discovery from opposing parties. Utilized emerging AI/Predictive coding tools for increased accuracy and efficiency with large document review projects.
University projects: Researched, analyzed, prepared for, and assisted counsel at trial. Fact and document research and coordination with attorneys and experts. Prepared for and attended many ADR sessions.
Owner/contractor disputes: Researched project records and develop claims and defense analysis. Prepared for and attended both mediations and arbitrations for public and private owner claims.
