Seventh Annual ASU-Arkfeld eDiscovery, Law and Technology Conference
by Center for Law, Science & Innovation at Arizona State University
The Seventh Annual ASU-Arkfeld eDiscovery and Digital Evidence Conference, held from March 6 to 8, 2018, at the Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law in Phoenix, Arizona, was a premier event focusing on the intersection of law, technology, and analytics. Organized by the Center for Law, Science & Innovation at Arizona State University in collaboration with Arkfeld & Associates, LLC, the conference brought together leading jurists, attorneys, and technologists to explore the evolving landscape of eDiscovery and digital evidence.
Key topics addressed during the conference included the proliferation of big data, information governance challenges, advancements in artificial intelligence, and the impact of emerging technologies on legal practices. Sessions such as "Robotics, AI and the Internet of Things" and "Algorithms, Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence - the Myth and the Hype!" provided attendees with insights into cutting-edge developments and their implications for the legal field.
The conference featured notable speakers, including Hon. Andrew J. Peck, U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (ret.), who delivered a keynote address on the interdependence of information governance, network security, and eDiscovery. Additionally, Gary Marchant, Faculty Director of the Center for Law, Science & Innovation at ASU, discussed the revolutionizing impact of big data and data analytics on law. Attendees also had opportunities to engage in networking sessions, such as the conference reception hosted by Lewis Roca Rothgerber Christie.
This conference was particularly beneficial for legal professionals, technologists, and academics seeking to stay abreast of the latest developments in eDiscovery and digital evidence. By attending, participants gained practical knowledge, explored emerging issues, and connected with peers and experts dedicated to advancing the practice of law in the digital age.
Speakers(46)
Aaron Harder
Deputy County Attorney at Maricopa County Attorney's Office
Harder prosecutes complex cases, utilizing digital evidence and eDiscovery tools in criminal litigation.
Alex Goth
Director at Squire Patton Boggs
Goth advises on eDiscovery and data management, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
Andrea L. D’Ambra
Partner at Norton Rose Fulbright
D’Ambra focuses on data privacy, cybersecurity, and eDiscovery, advising clients on complex digital matters.
Anne Kershaw
Founder at Reasonable Discovery, LLC
Kershaw provides consulting services in eDiscovery and information management, focusing on cost-effective solutions.
Brad Harris
Vice President at Zapproved
Harris leads initiatives in eDiscovery software development, providing solutions for legal teams.
Brandon Colburn
Director at Teris
Colburn provides expertise in eDiscovery solutions, assisting clients with data collection and analysis.
Bruce Hedin
Chief Scientist at H5
Hedin specializes in information retrieval and eDiscovery, developing methodologies for efficient data analysis.
Dan Oseran
Senior Counsel at eBay
Oseran specializes in technology law and eDiscovery, advising on digital evidence and data privacy.
Daniel Christensen
Senior Attorney at Intel Corporation
Christensen specializes in intellectual property and technology law, advising on eDiscovery and data privacy.
Douglas Bean
Attorney at Ryley Carlock & Applewhite
Bean focuses on commercial litigation and eDiscovery, assisting clients with electronic data management.
Gary Marchant
Regents Professor and Faculty Director at Center for Law, Science & Innovation, ASU
Professor Marchant specializes in emerging technologies, law, and ethics, leading interdisciplinary research at ASU.
George Socha
Managing Director at BDO Consulting
Socha is a recognized expert in eDiscovery, providing consulting services on electronic data management.
Hilda Ortiz
Legal Counsel at PayPal
Ortiz focuses on eDiscovery and information governance, ensuring compliance with legal standards.
Hon. Andrew J. Peck
U.S. Magistrate Judge (retired) at U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Judge Peck served as a U.S. Magistrate Judge from 1995 to 2018, known for his expertise in eDiscovery and electronic evidence.
Hon. Christopher Whitten
Judge at Maricopa County Superior Court
Judge Whitten oversees a diverse docket, including complex civil litigation and electronic evidence cases.
Hon. Kristen Mix
U.S. Magistrate Judge at U.S. District Court, District of Colorado
Judge Mix presides over federal cases with a focus on civil litigation and electronic discovery matters.
Hon. Peter B. Swann
Judge at Arizona Court of Appeals, Division One
Judge Swann serves on the Arizona Court of Appeals, contributing to jurisprudence on civil and criminal appeals.
Hon. Samuel A. Thumma
Judge at Arizona Court of Appeals, Division One
Judge Thumma is recognized for his work in appellate decisions and contributions to legal scholarship.
Jamie Sheppard
Partner at Perkins Coie LLP
Sheppard specializes in complex litigation and eDiscovery, managing electronic data in legal proceedings.
Jared Sutten
Partner at Lewis Roca Rothgerber Christie LLP
Sutten focuses on complex litigation and eDiscovery, managing electronic data in legal proceedings.
Jennifer Feldman
Partner at DLA Piper US LLP
Feldman specializes in commercial litigation and eDiscovery, managing large-scale electronic data reviews.
Jim Sullivan
Director at KLDiscovery
Sullivan specializes in eDiscovery solutions, assisting clients with data collection and analysis.
Joe Gervais
Principal Cybersecurity Researcher and Red Team Member at Symantec
With over 25 years in security and software engineering, Gervais focuses on penetration testing and cybersecurity research.
John Collins
Chief Legal Officer at Options Clearing Corporation
Collins oversees legal and regulatory matters, including eDiscovery and information governance.
John Tredennick
Founder at Catalyst Repository Systems
Tredennick is a pioneer in legal technology, developing eDiscovery platforms for efficient data management.
Joy Allen Woller
Partner at Lewis Roca Rothgerber Christie LLP
Woller specializes in complex litigation and eDiscovery, providing strategic counsel on digital evidence issues.
Karen Painter Randall
Partner at Connell Foley LLP
Randall leads the Cybersecurity & Data Privacy Group, advising on data breach response and eDiscovery.
Kelly Griffith
Senior Legal Editor at Thomson Reuters (Practical Law)
Griffith provides expertise in legal research and writing, focusing on eDiscovery and information governance.
Lea Bays
Partner at Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP
Bays has experience in complex securities litigation and eDiscovery, managing large-scale digital evidence reviews.
Linda Sharp
Associate General Counsel at ZL Technologies, Inc
Sharp advises on information governance and eDiscovery, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
Mark Sidoti
Partner at Gibbons PC
Sidoti leads the eDiscovery Task Force, advising on electronic information management and litigation strategies.
Maura R. Grossman
Research Professor at University of Waterloo & Maura Grossman Law
Grossman is a pioneer in technology-assisted review and eDiscovery, contributing to legal technology advancements.
Michael Arkfeld
Founding Director at Arkfeld & Associates, LLC
Arkfeld is a leading authority on eDiscovery and digital evidence, authoring several key publications in the field.
Michael Burg
Senior Counsel at DISH Network
Burg manages legal issues related to technology and digital content, including eDiscovery processes.
Niloy Ray
Shareholder at Littler Mendelson
Ray focuses on eDiscovery and data privacy, advising clients on electronic information management.
Paul Madrid
Senior Legal Counsel at PayPal
Madrid advises on regulatory compliance and eDiscovery, managing legal risks in digital transactions.
Robert D. Brownstone
Technology & eDiscovery Counsel at Fenwick & West LLP
Brownstone advises on electronic information management, eDiscovery, and data security compliance.
Robert E. Singleton
Director of eDiscovery and Data Management at Squire Patton Boggs
Singleton advises on electronic discovery and data management, ensuring efficient and compliant information handling.
Shawn Cheadle
General Counsel at Lockheed Martin Space
Cheadle oversees legal operations for Lockheed Martin Space, focusing on compliance and risk management.
Stuart Bartow
Partner at Lewis Roca Rothgerber Christie LLP
Bartow specializes in intellectual property litigation and counseling, including issues related to digital evidence.
Tessa K. Jacob
Partner at Husch Blackwell
Jacob focuses on eDiscovery and information governance, advising clients on digital evidence strategies.
Thomas Barnett
Partner at Paul Hastings LLP
Barnett advises clients on complex litigation and regulatory matters, with a focus on eDiscovery strategies.
Tony Reichenberger
Director at KLDiscovery
Reichenberger provides expertise in eDiscovery solutions, assisting clients with data collection and analysis.
Warren Kruse
Vice President at Altep Advanced Discovery
Kruse is an expert in digital forensics and eDiscovery, assisting clients with electronic investigations.
William Belt
Director at CDS
Belt leads initiatives in eDiscovery and data management, providing strategic solutions for complex cases.
William Kellermann
Partner at Hanson Bridgett
Kellermann specializes in complex litigation and eDiscovery, managing electronic data in legal proceedings.
Event Details
- Date
- March 7-9, 2018
- 3 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Phoenix, United States
- Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law
- Pricing
- $800 - $1,200
- Audience
- Legal professionals, technologists, academics
- CLE Credits
- Up to 12 CLE credits, including 2 ethics credits.
- Attendees
- Approximately 300 attendees.