National eDiscovery Leadership Institute Conference
The National eDiscovery Leadership Institute (NeLI) Conference is an annual event dedicated to advancing the field of electronic discovery. Organized by the National eDiscovery Leadership Institute, the conference brings together legal professionals, technologists, and industry experts to discuss the latest developments and best practices in eDiscovery.
The conference covers a wide range of topics, including judicial perspectives on recent case law, strategies for handling government investigations, and the utilization of tools like Microsoft 365 in eDiscovery processes. Sessions often feature panels of judges and government attorneys who provide insights into the evolving legal landscape and practical guidance for managing electronic discovery effectively.
Attendees have the opportunity to engage in networking sessions, participate in interactive workshops, and hear from notable speakers such as Tessa Jacob, a partner at Husch Blackwell, who has moderated panels on judicial updates and government matters. These sessions are designed to provide practical knowledge and foster professional connections among participants.
The NeLI Conference is ideal for attorneys, in-house counsel, litigation support professionals, and anyone involved in the eDiscovery process. Participants gain valuable insights into current trends, legal developments, and technological advancements, equipping them to handle complex eDiscovery challenges in their practice.
Speakers(16)
Alex Ponce de Leon
Senior Litigation Counsel at Google LLC
Alex Ponce de Leon is Senior Litigation Counsel for Google LLC, managing a team focusing on discovery issues. He develops and implements innovative and efficient discovery strategies for various global litigation matters.
David F.W. Cohen
Partner at Reed Smith
David Cohen is the chair of Reed Smith’s Records & E-Discovery Group. With over 35 years of commercial litigation experience, he serves as eDiscovery counsel and information governance counsel to top companies worldwide.
Derek Duarte
Senior Vice President of Litigation at UnitedLex
Derek Duarte is the Senior Vice President of Litigation at UnitedLex, moderating 'The Judicial Mock Hearing Panel' focusing on disclosure of the use of technology and artificial intelligence.
Deric Yoakley
Managing Counsel at Walmart
Deric Yoakley is the Managing Counsel at Walmart, leading the eDiscovery team that supports litigation and investigations. He has a background in trial law and has been with Walmart since 2015.
Elizabeth Marie Gary
Associate at Morgan Lewis
Elizabeth Gary is an associate at Morgan Lewis, speaking on the topic 'Mock Negotiation: Add Another Topic to the Rule 26(f) Checklist! Privilege Log Conferral Coming Soon.'
Hon. Alison Goddard
U.S. Magistrate Judge at Southern District of California
Judge Goddard serves as a U.S. Magistrate Judge for the Southern District of California, bringing her judicial experience to the conference's judicial panel.
Hon. Andrew J. Peck (Ret.)
Former U.S. Magistrate Judge at Southern District of New York
Judge Peck is a retired U.S. Magistrate Judge from the Southern District of New York, known for his contributions to eDiscovery jurisprudence.
Hon. Angel D. Mitchell
United States Magistrate Judge at District of Kansas
Judge Angel D. Mitchell serves as a U.S. Magistrate Judge for the District of Kansas. She has experience in complex civil litigation and has worked on cases involving intellectual property and commercial disputes.
Hon. Lisa J. Cisneros
United States Magistrate Judge at Northern District of California
Judge Lisa J. Cisneros serves as a U.S. Magistrate Judge for the Northern District of California. She has a background in civil rights and public interest law, focusing on issues related to employment and immigration.
Hon. Willie J. Epps, Jr.
United States Magistrate Judge at Western District of Missouri
Judge Willie J. Epps, Jr. serves as a U.S. Magistrate Judge for the Western District of Missouri. He began his legal career as an Air Force Judge Advocate and has held positions as a partner at two law firms and head of litigation at a financial services firm.
Hon. Young B. Kim
United States Magistrate Judge at Northern District of Illinois
Judge Young B. Kim serves as a U.S. Magistrate Judge for the Northern District of Illinois. He has a background in civil rights litigation and has worked extensively on cases involving employment discrimination and constitutional law.
Kristy Bird
Regional Director for Business Development at Consilio
Kristy Bird is a Regional Director for Business Development and Co-Lead of Consilio’s Technology Practice Group. She has over 15 years of industry experience and is an attorney barred in New York and New Jersey.
Mikah K. Thompson
Associate Dean of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and Professor at UMKC School of Law
Mikah Thompson is the Associate Dean of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and a Professor at the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law. She teaches courses including Civil Procedure, Evidence, Race and the Law, and Employment Law.
Mira Vayda Edelman
Senior Corporate Counsel at DISH Network L.L.C.
Mira Vayda Edelman is a Senior Corporate Counsel at DISH Network L.L.C., where she leads the Legal IT eDiscovery team supporting litigation and regulatory matters. She has a background in information governance and eDiscovery.
Nirav D. Shah
eDiscovery Manager at The Home Depot
Nirav Shah is the eDiscovery Manager for The Home Depot, serving as the central resource for all eDiscovery issues for the company. He manages legal matters covering various areas, including commercial litigation and intellectual property.
Todd Itami
Director of Artificial Intelligence and E-Discovery Solutions at Covington
Todd advises leading global companies on the application of machine learning to legal and business tasks, electronic discovery, information governance, and strategic software development. He has successfully led e-discovery efforts and resolved legal challenges in cases ranging from small private disputes to some of the largest litigations and investigations in U.S. history.
Event Details
- Date
- September 20, 2024
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Washington D.C., United States
- Audience
- Attorneys, in-house counsel, litigation support professionals, and eDiscovery practitioners.