The Sedona Conference Working Group 1 (WG1) 2015 Midyear Meeting was a pivotal gathering focused on advancing the field of electronic document retention and production. Organized by The Sedona Conference, a nonprofit research and educational institute dedicated to the study of law and policy, this event brought together leading legal professionals to discuss and develop best practices in eDiscovery.
Key topics addressed during the meeting included updates on recent case law pertinent to eDiscovery, practical approaches to cooperation among litigants, and the challenges associated with Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policies in the context of data preservation and discovery. Additionally, the conference featured discussions on proposed updates to The Sedona Principles, debates on data retention policies, and a judicial roundtable examining the 2015 amendments to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, particularly focusing on Rule 37(e) concerning the preservation and loss of electronically stored information.
The event provided ample networking opportunities, allowing attendees to engage with peers and experts in the field. Notable speakers included esteemed judges and leading practitioners who shared their insights and experiences, enriching the dialogue on current challenges and future directions in eDiscovery.
This meeting was particularly beneficial for legal professionals involved in litigation, information governance, and compliance, offering them a platform to stay abreast of evolving best practices and to contribute to the ongoing development of standards in electronic document management.
Speakers(13)
Alitia Faccone
Partner at McCarter & English, LLP
Alitia Faccone is a Partner at McCarter & English, LLP, specializing in eDiscovery and information governance.
David Moncure
Senior Counsel at Siemens Corporation
David Moncure is Senior Counsel at Siemens Corporation, focusing on eDiscovery and information governance.
Eric P. Mandel
Senior Counsel at Zelle LLP
Eric P. Mandel is Senior Counsel at Zelle LLP, focusing on eDiscovery and information governance.
Hon. Craig B. Shaffer
U.S. Magistrate Judge at District of Colorado
Hon. Craig B. Shaffer is a U.S. Magistrate Judge for the District of Colorado, with extensive experience in eDiscovery and civil procedure.
Hon. Derek P. Pullan
Judge at Utah Fourth Judicial District Court
Hon. Derek P. Pullan is a Judge for the Utah Fourth Judicial District Court, recognized for his work in civil procedure and eDiscovery.
Hon. Shira A. Scheindlin (ret.)
Former U.S. District Judge at Southern District of New York
Hon. Shira A. Scheindlin is a former U.S. District Judge for the Southern District of New York, known for her influential decisions in eDiscovery and electronic evidence.
Jason Priebe
Counsel at Seyfarth Shaw LLP
Jason Priebe is Counsel at Seyfarth Shaw LLP, focusing on eDiscovery and information governance.
Kenneth J. Withers
Deputy Executive Director at The Sedona Conference
Kenneth J. Withers is the Deputy Executive Director of The Sedona Conference, a nonprofit research and educational institute dedicated to the advanced study of law and policy in the areas of antitrust law, complex litigation, and intellectual property rights.
Lorrie Luellig
M. James Daley
Partner at Daley & Fey LLP
M. James Daley is a Partner at Daley & Fey LLP, specializing in eDiscovery and information governance.
Natalie M. Orr
Attorney at WilmerHale
Natalie M. Orr is an attorney at WilmerHale, specializing in complex litigation and eDiscovery.
Philip J. Favro
Consultant at Driven, Inc.
Philip J. Favro is a consultant at Driven, Inc., providing expertise in eDiscovery and information governance.
Thomas Y. Allman
Chair Emeritus at Sedona Conference Working Group 1
Thomas Y. Allman is Chair Emeritus of The Sedona Conference Working Group 1 on Electronic Document Retention and Production, and a retired General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer.
Event Details
- Date
- May 14-15, 2015
- 2 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Nashville, United States
- The Westin Stonebriar
- Audience
- Legal professionals involved in litigation, information governance, and compliance.