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1021-00005 · Verimark Hospitality Group · Audit Scoping
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[sheet: Instructions]

FieldDescription / Instructions
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONSThis privilege log template is designed for use in the Verimark Hospitality Group Inc. wage-and-hour audit (Calderwood & Harkness Matter No. 1021-00005). All Calderwood & Harkness attorneys and staff involved in document review must use this template to log privileged documents consistently. Do not alter column headers or sheet structure without approval from the supervising partner. Refer to the Privilege Codes sheet for all standardized codes.
Entry No.Sequential unique identifier for each logged document (e.g., PRIV-0001, PRIV-0002). Auto-increment recommended. Do not reuse or skip numbers. If an entry is deleted, note the deletion in the Notes field of the preceding entry and do not reassign the number.
Document DateDate appearing on the document (MM/DD/YYYY). If undated, enter 'Undated' and note the estimated date range in the Notes field. For emails, use the sent date. For multi-day drafts, use the final date.
Date Received / CollectedDate the document was received or collected by Calderwood & Harkness LLP (MM/DD/YYYY). For documents collected during a single custodian interview or collection event, use the date of that event.
Author(s)Full name(s) and title(s) of the document's author(s). For emails, the sender. For multi-author memos, list all authors separated by semicolons. Include organizational affiliation (e.g., 'Jane Smith, General Counsel, VHG').
Recipient(s)Full name(s) and title(s) of direct recipients (To: line for emails). Separate multiple recipients with semicolons. Include organizational affiliation.
CC RecipientsFull name(s) and title(s) of individuals copied. If none, enter 'N/A'. Include organizational affiliation.
Document TypeCategory of document. Use standardized codes from the Privilege Codes sheet: MEMO (memorandum), EMAIL (email correspondence), LTR (letter), DRAFT (draft document), REDLINE (redlined draft), PRES (presentation), WKB (workbook/spreadsheet), RPT (report), NOTE (handwritten or meeting notes), OTHER (specify in Notes).
Subject Matter / DescriptionBrief, non-privileged description of the document's subject matter sufficient to support a privilege claim without disclosing privileged content. Do not include legal analysis, conclusions, or strategy. Example: 'Email from in-house counsel to HR Director regarding overtime classification policies.'
Privilege BasisCode(s) for the applicable privilege(s): AC (Attorney-Client Privilege), WP (Attorney Work Product — Ordinary), WP-OP (Attorney Work Product — Opinion), JD (Joint Defense / Common Interest Privilege). Multiple bases separated by semicolons (e.g., 'AC; WP').
Privilege Basis NarrativeShort narrative statement supporting the privilege assertion (e.g., 'Communication between client and counsel seeking/providing legal advice regarding wage-and-hour compliance obligations'). Must be tailored to the specific document — do not use identical boilerplate for every entry.
CustodianName of the custodian from whose files the document was collected. Must correspond to one of the 23 identified VHG custodians or Calderwood & Harkness personnel listed on the Custodian List sheet.
Source / Data SystemSystem or location from which the document was collected (e.g., Luminos TimeTrack, VHG email server, Calderwood & Harkness DMS, hardcopy files, VHG HRIS, shared network drive).
Property (if applicable)Name of the Verimark property to which the document relates, if property-specific. If corporate-wide, enter 'Corporate / All Properties'. Use standardized property names from the Property Reference sheet.
Bates RangeBates number range assigned to the document (e.g., VHG-PRIV-000001 through VHG-PRIV-000005). Leave blank until Bates-stamping is completed. Use the VHG-PRIV- prefix for all privileged documents.
Page CountTotal number of pages in the document (integer). Count all pages including cover pages, appendices, and exhibits. For emails, count the email body as one page plus any attachments.
Attachment(s)List any attachments by title and Bates range (e.g., 'Attachment 1: Draft Overtime Policy, VHG-PRIV-000006 through VHG-PRIV-000010'). If none, enter 'None'. Each attachment should also have its own separate log entry if independently privileged.
Redaction AppliedYes / No — whether the document has been redacted for partial production. If Yes, specify the basis for redaction and the scope of redacted content in the Notes field.
StatusCurrent status of the privilege designation using codes from the Privilege Codes sheet: LOGGED (initial entry), REVIEWED (reviewed by associate), CONFIRMED (confirmed by partner), CHALLENGED (privilege challenged by opposing party), WITHDRAWN (privilege claim withdrawn).
Reviewed ByName of the Calderwood & Harkness attorney who reviewed and confirmed the privilege designation. Must be a licensed attorney. Paralegals and staff may assist but the reviewing attorney bears responsibility.
Review DateDate the privilege designation was reviewed (MM/DD/YYYY). Update this field each time the status changes.
NotesAny additional notes, including cross-references to related entries (e.g., 'See also PRIV-0045'), partial privilege issues, exceptions, redaction details, estimated date ranges for undated documents, or reasons for status changes.

[sheet: Privilege Codes]

CodeFull DescriptionApplicable Legal Standard
ACAttorney-Client PrivilegeConfidential communication between attorney and client (or agents thereof) for the purpose of seeking or providing legal advice. The communication must be made in confidence and must relate to legal (not solely business) advice.
WPAttorney Work Product — OrdinaryDocuments prepared in anticipation of litigation or for trial by or for a party's representative, reflecting factual investigation. Fed. R. Civ. P. 26(b)(3). May be overcome upon showing of substantial need and inability to obtain equivalent without undue hardship.
WP-OPAttorney Work Product — OpinionDocuments reflecting the mental impressions, conclusions, opinions, or legal theories of an attorney. Near-absolute protection. Hickman v. Taylor, 329 U.S. 495 (1947). Courts must protect against disclosure of such materials.
JDJoint Defense / Common Interest PrivilegeCommunications shared between parties with a common legal interest under a joint defense or common interest agreement, preserving the underlying attorney-client privilege. Requires a written or oral agreement and a shared legal (not merely commercial) interest.
MEMOMemorandumLegal memorandum, research memo, or internal analysis prepared by or at the direction of counsel.
EMAILEmail CorrespondenceElectronic mail message, including attachments. Includes email chains where privilege applies to one or more messages in the chain.
LTRLetterFormal correspondence (engagement letter, advisory letter, demand response, preservation letter, tender letter, etc.).
DRAFTDraft DocumentDraft of any document type prepared for legal review, including draft policies, agreements, or communications circulated for attorney input.
REDLINERedlined DraftDocument showing tracked changes / redline edits reflecting attorney revisions, comments, or suggested modifications.
PRESPresentationSlide deck or other presentation materials prepared by or for counsel, including board presentations containing legal advice.
WKBWorkbook / SpreadsheetExcel or other spreadsheet workbook containing analysis, models, or data compiled at the direction of counsel for legal analysis purposes.
RPTReportFormal report from counsel or consultants retained by counsel, including audit findings, compliance assessments, and expert analyses.
NOTENotesHandwritten or typed meeting notes, interview notes, or call notes taken by or for counsel during the course of legal representation.
OTHEROtherDocument type not covered by above codes; specify the document type in the Notes column of the Privilege Log sheet.
LOGGEDLoggedInitial entry in privilege log; pending review by associate-level attorney.
REVIEWEDReviewedReviewed by associate-level attorney; pending partner confirmation.
CONFIRMEDConfirmedPrivilege designation confirmed by responsible partner; approved for assertion.
CHALLENGEDChallengedPrivilege assertion challenged by opposing counsel; pending resolution via meet-and-confer or court ruling.
WITHDRAWNWithdrawnPrivilege claim withdrawn; document designated for production to requesting party.

[sheet: Privilege Log]

Entry No.Document DateDate Received / CollectedAuthor(s)Recipient(s)CC RecipientsDocument TypeSubject Matter / DescriptionPrivilege BasisPrivilege Basis NarrativeCustodianSource / Data SystemPropertyBates RangePage CountAttachment(s)Redaction AppliedStatusReviewed ByReview DateNotes
[PRIV-0001][Insert document date][Insert date received/collected][Insert author name(s) and title(s)][Insert recipient name(s) and title(s)][Insert CC recipients or N/A][Insert document type code, e.g., MEMO, EMAIL, LTR][Insert brief, non-privileged description of subject matter][Insert privilege code(s), e.g., AC; WP][Insert narrative supporting privilege assertion][Insert custodian name][Insert source system, e.g., VHG email server, C&H DMS][Insert property name or Corporate / All Properties][Insert Bates range when assigned][Insert page count][Insert attachment list or None][Yes/No][Insert status code, e.g., LOGGED][Insert reviewer name][Insert review date][Insert any additional notes]

[sheet: Custodian List]

Custodian No.Full NameTitle / RoleOrganizationProperty / LocationData Sources Under ControlLitigation Hold Date
1[Insert custodian name][Insert title][Insert organization, e.g., Verimark Hospitality Group Inc.][Insert property name or Corporate HQ][Insert data sources, e.g., email, Luminos TimeTrack, HRIS, hardcopy files][Insert date litigation hold notice issued]
2[Insert custodian name][Insert title][Insert organization][Insert property name or Corporate HQ][Insert data sources][Insert date]
3[Insert custodian name][Insert title][Insert organization][Insert property name or Corporate HQ][Insert data sources][Insert date]
4[Insert custodian name][Insert title][Insert organization][Insert property name or Corporate HQ][Insert data sources][Insert date]
5[Insert custodian name][Insert title][Insert organization][Insert property name or Corporate HQ][Insert data sources][Insert date]
6[Insert custodian name][Insert title][Insert organization][Insert property name or Corporate HQ][Insert data sources][Insert date]
7[Insert custodian name][Insert title][Insert organization][Insert property name or Corporate HQ][Insert data sources][Insert date]
8[Insert custodian name][Insert title][Insert organization][Insert property name or Corporate HQ][Insert data sources][Insert date]
9[Insert custodian name][Insert title][Insert organization][Insert property name or Corporate HQ][Insert data sources][Insert date]
10[Insert custodian name][Insert title][Insert organization][Insert property name or Corporate HQ][Insert data sources][Insert date]
11[Insert custodian name][Insert title][Insert organization][Insert property name or Corporate HQ][Insert data sources][Insert date]
12[Insert custodian name][Insert title][Insert organization][Insert property name or Corporate HQ][Insert data sources][Insert date]
13[Insert custodian name][Insert title][Insert organization][Insert property name or Corporate HQ][Insert data sources][Insert date]
14[Insert custodian name][Insert title][Insert organization][Insert property name or Corporate HQ][Insert data sources][Insert date]
15[Insert custodian name][Insert title][Insert organization][Insert property name or Corporate HQ][Insert data sources][Insert date]
16[Insert custodian name][Insert title][Insert organization][Insert property name or Corporate HQ][Insert data sources][Insert date]
17[Insert custodian name][Insert title][Insert organization][Insert property name or Corporate HQ][Insert data sources][Insert date]
18[Insert custodian name][Insert title][Insert organization][Insert property name or Corporate HQ][Insert data sources][Insert date]
19[Insert custodian name][Insert title][Insert organization][Insert property name or Corporate HQ][Insert data sources][Insert date]
20[Insert custodian name][Insert title][Insert organization][Insert property name or Corporate HQ][Insert data sources][Insert date]
21[Insert custodian name][Insert title][Insert organization][Insert property name or Corporate HQ][Insert data sources][Insert date]
22[Insert custodian name][Insert title][Insert organization][Insert property name or Corporate HQ][Insert data sources][Insert date]
23[Insert custodian name][Insert title][Insert organization][Insert property name or Corporate HQ][Insert data sources][Insert date]
24[Insert C&H team member name][Insert title]Calderwood & Harkness LLPCalderwood & Harkness LLP — Main Office[Insert data sources, e.g., C&H DMS, email, hardcopy files][Insert date]
25[Insert C&H team member name][Insert title]Calderwood & Harkness LLPCalderwood & Harkness LLP — Main Office[Insert data sources][Insert date]
26[Insert C&H team member name][Insert title]Calderwood & Harkness LLPCalderwood & Harkness LLP — Main Office[Insert data sources][Insert date]
27[Insert C&H team member name][Insert title]Calderwood & Harkness LLPCalderwood & Harkness LLP — Main Office[Insert data sources][Insert date]

[sheet: Property Reference]

Property No.Property NameAddressOwnershipNotes
1[Insert property name][Insert property address][Insert ownership type, e.g., VHG-Owned][Insert any notes, e.g., managed under hotel management agreement]
2[Insert property name][Insert property address][Insert ownership type][Insert notes]
3[Insert property name][Insert property address][Insert ownership type][Insert notes]
4[Insert property name][Insert property address][Insert ownership type][Insert notes]
5[Insert property name][Insert property address][Insert ownership type][Insert notes]
6[Insert property name][Insert property address][Insert ownership type][Insert notes]
7[Insert property name][Insert property address][Insert ownership type][Insert notes]
8Corporate / All PropertiesVerimark Hospitality Group Inc. — Corporate HeadquartersN/AUse this designation for documents that relate to VHG corporate-wide wage-and-hour matters and are not specific to any single property.

[sheet: Summary Statistics]

CategoryClassificationCountPercentage of Total
By Privilege BasisAC (Attorney-Client)00%
By Privilege BasisWP (Work Product — Ordinary)00%
By Privilege BasisWP-OP (Work Product — Opinion)00%
By Privilege BasisJD (Joint Defense / Common Interest)00%
By Privilege BasisSubtotal (Note: documents may have multiple bases)0—
By Document TypeMEMO00%
By Document TypeEMAIL00%
By Document TypeLTR00%
By Document TypeDRAFT00%
By Document TypeREDLINE00%
By Document TypePRES00%
By Document TypeWKB00%
By Document TypeRPT00%
By Document TypeNOTE00%
By Document TypeOTHER00%
By Document TypeSubtotal00%
By StatusLOGGED00%
By StatusREVIEWED00%
By StatusCONFIRMED00%
By StatusCHALLENGED00%
By StatusWITHDRAWN00%
By StatusSubtotal00%
By Property[Property 1 — to be populated]00%
By Property[Property 2 — to be populated]00%
By Property[Property 3 — to be populated]00%
By Property[Property 4 — to be populated]00%
By Property[Property 5 — to be populated]00%
By Property[Property 6 — to be populated]00%
By Property[Property 7 — to be populated]00%
By PropertyCorporate / All Properties00%
By PropertySubtotal00%
Total Documents Logged0100%
Total Page Count0—