What is the purpose of tagging documents as privileged in Relativity?

Tagging documents as privileged in Relativity serves a critical role in legal document management by ensuring that sensitive information is protected from being disclosed to opposing counsel. Privileged documents typically contain confidential communications, such as those protected by attorney-client privilege or work-product doctrine, which are not subject to disclosure during legal proceedings. By tagging these documents accordingly, legal teams can maintain control over this information and assert their right to protect it under the applicable laws and regulations.

This tagging system helps streamline the review process as well, as it allows reviewers to quickly identify which documents can be withheld from production. However, the primary purpose remains the protection of sensitive information to uphold the integrity of the legal process. In this context, focusing on safeguarding privileged documents is essential in managing risks and ensuring compliance with legal obligations.