Aphelion's consultants assist decision makers in determining the extent to which their organizations might benefit from legal process outsourcing ("LPO"). Outsourcing domestically or offshore requires a well planned execution strategy. Aphelion's consulting practice assists organizations in establishing outsourced and/or offshore relationships where appropriate. As part of its LPO consulting practice, Aphelion provides the following services:

• Conducting an organization-specific investigation and analysis designed to quantify the costs and benefits of outsourcing and/or offshoring legal and legal support work;

• Determining the types of legal and legal support work most appropriate for outsourcing and/or offshoring for a particular organization;

• Assisting an organization in deciding between a third party service provider or establishing a captive subsidiary;

• Advising regarding vendor and/or site selection;

• Developing a training process designed specifically for a particular organization's needs;

• Auditing an existing vendor or site to assess the viability of the relationship;

• Managing relationships for organizations working with LPO vendors that have no presence in the United States; and

• Ensuring compliance with all applicable ethical rules regarding offshoring, conflicts, and the unauthorized practice of law.

For more information or to receive a quote on a particular project, please call (713) 579-9754 or send an email to sales@aphelionlegal.com.