About Diane
Diane Kilcoyne is an attorney specializing in electronic data and discovery law, with a robust practice that spans California, the District of Columbia, and Maryland. A member of the Maryland State Bar since 2003, she has dedicated her career to handling the requirements of electronic evidence. Her office is strategically located at 199 E. Montgomery Avenue, Suite 100, Rockville, MD 20850, where she provides expert legal counsel. In Maryland, Ms. Kilcoyne serves as the Co-chair of the Technology Committee for the Maryland State Bar Association. This role allows her to influence the integration of technology within legal practices, ensuring that attorneys are well-equipped to handle electronic data.
Additionally, she co-chairs the E-Discovery Committee for the District of Columbia Bar, further demonstrating her commitment to advancing e-discovery practices in the legal community. Ms. Kilcoyne earned her Juris Doctor from the University of California, Berkeley, School of Law, a prestigious institution known for its rigorous legal education. With over 30 years of experience in the legal field, she has become a recognized authority in electronic data management. Her expertise has garnered accolades, including being featured as Attorney of the Month by Attorney at Law Magazine in its September/October 2017 issue. This recognition highlights her significant contributions to the evolving landscape of electronic discovery. In her practice, Ms.
Kilcoyne assists clients with managing electronic data and ensuring compliance with discovery obligations. She emphasizes the importance of effective presentation of evidence in legal proceedings. Advocating for dynamic presentations that incorporate graphics and videos, she enhances the impact of the information presented. This approach not only aids in client understanding but also strengthens the overall effectiveness of legal arguments. Before founding ESI Group, LLC, Ms. Kilcoyne played a pivotal role in building a small law firm’s e-discovery department. She successfully integrated changing technology into the firm’s workflow, allowing for a more efficient service to clients.
Her leadership extends to teaching e-discovery continuing legal education classes and speaking on critical topics, such as social media data, at the Maryland State Bar Association's annual meeting. Under her guidance, ESI Group, LLC provides comprehensive services in electronic data management and discovery, helping clients navigate the intricate requirements of electronic evidence. Ms. Kilcoyne's experience and active involvement in professional associations underscore her unwavering commitment to advancing the field of electronic data and discovery law.