Tim Thames
Tim Thames is the Director of eDiscovery and Data Management at James, McElroy & Diehl, P.A., bringing more than 30 years of experience in legal services and over 17 years focused on eDiscovery, digital forensics, litigation support, and legal technology. Throughout his career, Tim has led complex data management, electronic discovery, information governance, and forensic collection initiatives for law firms, corporate legal departments, and legal technology providers. He is recognized for helping legal teams navigate the challenges of modern data sources, cloud collaboration platforms, and the Electronic Discovery Reference Model (EDRM).
A graduate of University of South Carolina, Tim is finishing his 10th year serving as an Adjunct Professor in the Paralegal Studies Program at Midlands Technical College, where he teaches Law Office Management and eDiscovery. He is a frequent speaker on emerging issues in legal technology, digital evidence, and modern data management.
Tim and his wife, Ellen, reside in Columbia, South Carolina. Their son is a rising sophomore at the University of South Carolina. Outside of work, Tim is an ever-faithful Gamecock fan, a devoted tailgater, and enjoys spending time with family and friends.
