PHILADELPHIA, PA – November 10, 2025 – CODISCOVR, an Ancillary Business Unit of Cozen O’Connor dedicated to delivering customized, defensible eDiscovery and information-governance solutions, proudly announces the addition of Chris Puente as Operations Director.
With more than 23 years of experience leading complex discovery programs for Am Law 100 firms, Chris joins CODISCOVR to oversee the firm’s national eDiscovery operations and help further its mission of providing efficient, transparent, and technology-driven discovery management to clients across industries.
“Chris’s depth of experience and proven record of innovation make him an exceptional addition to our leadership team,” said Nicole Marie Gill, Chair and Managing Member of CODISCOVR. “He has built large-scale eDiscovery departments, introduced cutting-edge workflow automations, and negotiated enterprise-level service agreements that directly improve outcomes for clients. His insight will strengthen our operational excellence and expand the strategic value we bring to our business.”
Prior to joining CODISCOVR, Chris Puente served as Director of Practice Technology & eDiscovery at Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP, where he developed firm-wide eDiscovery strategies, optimized technology use across offices, and led a multidisciplinary team of professionals supporting large-scale litigation and regulatory matters. Under his leadership, Sheppard Mullin’s ESI hosting program generated multi-million-dollar returns, while his initiatives to automate client notifications and migrate to a secure single-tenancy environment improved scalability and data protection.
At CODISCOVR, Chris Puente will:
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Lead the daily operations of the eDiscovery services team, overseeing the full EDRM lifecycle—from identification and preservation through production and review;
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Enhance operational efficiencies by refining project workflows, technology utilization, and quality-control protocols;
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Advise clients on litigation readiness, information governance, and defensible discovery strategies; and
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Support business-development initiatives, ensuring CODISCOVR continues to deliver measurable, cost-effective results to clients nationwide
“I’m thrilled to join CODISCOVR at such an exciting stage of growth,” said Puente. “The team’s commitment to precision, collaboration, and innovation aligns perfectly with my own approach to discovery management. Together, we’ll continue to evolve how clients experience eDiscovery—transforming a process traditionally seen as burdensome into one that drives clarity and value.”
About CODISCOVR
CODISCOVR, an Ancillary Business Unit of Cozen O’Connor, provides end-to-end eDiscovery, information-governance, and litigation-support services that combine legal insight with advanced technology. From tailored workflows and defensible data strategies to analytics-driven project management, CODISCOVR delivers efficient, cost-effective solutions that empower clients to manage discovery with confidence. Learn more at www.codiscovr.com.