James Hart
A proven problem solver, James has more than a decade of experience advising highly regulated companies on how to build and manage dynamic and defensible legal and compliance programs. James’ core expertise spans eDiscovery/eDisclosure, data protection and data security disciplines, and he routinely advises customers on how to lead change through technology innovation, whether through digital transformation (e.g., Microsoft 365, Google Workspace), process automation or the use of data analytics. James has a computer forensics and computer science background, which he draws upon to understand technical challenges and to develop creative solutions. James’ approach is agile, and clients appreciate his ability to balance both cost and risk considerations.
Prior to joining Lighthouse, James worked as the (Global) Head of eDiscovery Technical Operations for Barclays, where he was responsible for
building and managing technical operations to support the bank’s litigation and investigation matters worldwide, including those in the wake of the global financial crisis. James’s team were also responsible for the supporting the needs of internal compliance and Data Privacy (DSAR) teams. In this role, James liaised with legal, compliance, privacy, security and IT teams to drive successful outcomes, including the development of eDiscovery tracking system, reporting framework and process to address legacy data challenges. Before the bank, James was an eDiscovery consultant for eight years; during this time, he was involved in several high-profile international investigations, including one of the largest online merchandiser fraud cases, multiple dawn raids involving an electronics manufacturer; the seizure of data and systems pursuant to civil and criminal court orders; and data recovery efforts as a result of intentional destruction of data under legal hold. James’ work has spanned Europe, North America, Asia, the Middle East and Africa. He holds a Bachelor of Science, Computer Forensics (Honors) degree from Staffordshire University.
A “fun fact” about James is that he is an avid rugby player and film buff. His favorite travel memory (outside of work, of course) was attending the Rugby World Cup Finals in 2019 in Tokyo. James resides in Hertford, UK with his wife and their three young children.
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Paige Hunt
Paige brings over 17 years of experience in the legal technology space to her role as Vice President of Sales. She excels in developing holistic solutions for both corporations and law firms to mitigate their risks, elevate their experience, and reduce discovery-related costs. Paige is the former firm wide Director of eDiscovery and Document Review Services at Perkins Coie LLC, and former Assistant Director of Practice Support at Fulbright & Jaworski. Paige has also served as an adjunct professor for Bryan University's graduate certificate in eDiscovery. In 2012, Paige was awarded International Legal Technology Association's Litigation and Practice Support Distinguished Peer Award.
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Bill Mariano
Bill Mariano is an attorney and Chief Revenue Officer at Lighthouse. In his role, Bill works with Fortune 500 corporations and AmLaw 100 law firms throughout the United States, Europe, and Asia Pacific to help clients improve their strategies for handling complex discovery matters while creating greater cost and control efficiencies throughout the discovery process. Prior to his start in the eDiscovery industry nearly 20 years ago, Bill was a litigator for 5 years, as well as a guest trial advocacy instructor at Seton Hall University where he taught students how to leverage technology in practice. He is also a frequent presenter and author on a variety of topics including: How to Develop an Electronic Discovery Action Plan; The FRCP Amendments: Dealing with Electronic Discovery; Emerging Case Law in Electronic Discovery; and Leveraging Technology to Reduce Discovery Costs.Bill earned his J.D. from Seton Hall University School of Law.
Paige Hunt
Paige brings over 17 years of experience in the legal technology space to her role as Vice President of Sales. She excels in developing holistic solutions for both corporations and law firms to mitigate their risks, elevate their experience, and reduce discovery-related costs. Paige is the former firm wide Director of eDiscovery and Document Review Services at Perkins Coie LLC, and former Assistant Director of Practice Support at Fulbright & Jaworski. Paige has also served as an adjunct professor for Bryan University's graduate certificate in eDiscovery. In 2012, Paige was awarded International Legal Technology Association's Litigation and Practice Support Distinguished Peer Award.
Bill Mariano
Bill Mariano is an attorney and Chief Revenue Officer at Lighthouse. In his role, Bill works with Fortune 500 corporations and AmLaw 100 law firms throughout the United States, Europe, and Asia Pacific to help clients improve their strategies for handling complex discovery matters while creating greater cost and control efficiencies throughout the discovery process. Prior to his start in the eDiscovery industry nearly 20 years ago, Bill was a litigator for 5 years, as well as a guest trial advocacy instructor at Seton Hall University where he taught students how to leverage technology in practice. He is also a frequent presenter and author on a variety of topics including: How to Develop an Electronic Discovery Action Plan; The FRCP Amendments: Dealing with Electronic Discovery; Emerging Case Law in Electronic Discovery; and Leveraging Technology to Reduce Discovery Costs.Bill earned his J.D. from Seton Hall University School of Law.