The Sedona Conference Working Group 1 Midyear Meeting is an annual event dedicated to advancing the study and practice of electronic document retention and production. Organized by The Sedona Conference, a nonpartisan, nonprofit research and educational institute, this meeting brings together legal professionals, judges, and industry experts to discuss and develop best practices in eDiscovery and related fields.
The 2024 Midyear Meeting will feature sessions on a variety of pertinent topics, including Multidistrict Litigation Discovery, Discovery of Modern Communications and Collaboration Platforms, Mobile Device Discovery, and Discovery-Related Sanctions. Additionally, a brainstorming group will present insights on Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Discovery. Attendees will also benefit from a case law review session and a panel offering judicial perspectives on emerging eDiscovery trends.
The event offers ample networking opportunities, beginning with a welcome reception on April 24, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. at Punch Bowl Social in Arlington, Virginia. Throughout the meeting, participants will have the chance to engage with peers, share experiences, and discuss challenges and solutions in the field of electronic discovery. Notable speakers include judges and leading practitioners who will provide valuable insights into current and future trends.
This meeting is ideal for legal professionals involved in eDiscovery, including attorneys, paralegals, and litigation support specialists. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of current challenges and developments in electronic document management, as well as practical guidance to enhance their practice.
Speakers(39)
Aaron Nash
Aaron Nash is a legal professional who has discussed the ethical duty of civility within the legal profession.
Alex Khoury
Alex Khoury is a legal expert who has provided updates on the Discovery of Collaboration Platforms Data drafting team's revisions.
Alicia Hawley
Alicia Hawley is a legal professional who has provided practical advice on complying with Rule 26(a)(1) and discussed potential rule changes.
Claudia T. Morgan
Attorney at Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz
Claudia T. Morgan is an attorney at Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz, focusing on electronic discovery and data privacy.
Dan Regard
Dan Regard is a legal expert who has provided insights into the complexities of IoT data in the eDiscovery process.
Daniel W. Lim
Attorney at U.S. Department of Justice
Daniel W. Lim is an attorney at the U.S. Department of Justice who has discussed legal issues related to electronic discovery.
David Nolte
Attorney at Meta
David Nolte is an attorney at Meta, focusing on data privacy and electronic discovery.
Elizabeth Chestney
Elizabeth Chestney is a legal expert who has explored the ethical responsibilities of lawyers and bar associations to advocate for the judiciary.
Elliot Bienenfeld
Elliot Bienenfeld is a legal professional who has discussed the obligations and potential fixes related to initial disclosures under Rule 26(a)(1).
Eric P. Mandel
Senior Counsel at KLDiscovery
Eric P. Mandel is Senior Counsel at KLDiscovery and has provided expertise on electronic discovery and information governance.
Gareth Evans
Gareth Evans is a legal expert who has provided updates on works in progress from the Government Privileges drafting team.
Glenn J. Melcher
Attorney at Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
Glenn J. Melcher is an attorney at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, specializing in data security and privacy law.
Greg Kohn
Greg Kohn is a legal professional who has addressed the preservation, collection, production, and review challenges unique to IoT data.
Hildy Bowbeer
Hildy Bowbeer is a legal expert who has explored the strengths and weaknesses of Rule 26(a)(1) regarding initial disclosures.
Hon. Andrew Peck (ret.)
Retired Judge
Hon. Andrew Peck is a retired judge who has provided insights into electronic discovery and ESI case law.
Hon. Rukhsanah Singh
Judge
Hon. Rukhsanah Singh is a judge who has participated in discussions on electronic discovery and ESI case law.
Hon. Travis Laster
Vice Chancellor at Delaware Court of Chancery
Hon. Travis Laster is a Vice Chancellor of the Delaware Court of Chancery who has contributed to discussions on electronic discovery and ESI case law.
Jason Moore
Attorney at Winston & Strawn LLP
Jason Moore is an attorney at Winston & Strawn LLP, specializing in eDiscovery and information governance.
Jen Coleman
Jen Coleman is a legal expert who has addressed the challenges of modifying and releasing legal holds during or after investigations or litigation.
Joe Guglielmo
Joe Guglielmo is a legal professional who has discussed the Discovery of Collaboration Platforms Data drafting team's efforts.
Joel Richlin
Joel Richlin is a legal professional who has shared insights into the proposed vision and trajectory of the commentary on legal holds.
Juan Villasenor
Juan Villasenor is a legal professional who has discussed the challenges and implications of IoT data in litigation and investigations.
Julie Lewis
CEO at Digital Mountain, Inc.
Julie Lewis is the CEO of Digital Mountain, Inc., and has provided insights into data security and privacy law.
Kelly McNabb
Attorney at Lieff Cabraser Heimann & Bernstein, LLP
Kelly McNabb is an attorney at Lieff Cabraser Heimann & Bernstein, LLP, focusing on electronic discovery and data privacy.
Ken Withers
Ken Withers is a legal professional who has participated in discussions on the defense of the judiciary and the duty of civility.
Lauren Holupko
Lauren Holupko is a legal professional who has discussed the efforts to create guidance for modifying and releasing legal holds.
Lea Bays
Lea Bays is a legal professional who has discussed the discovery implications of the Internet of Things (IoT).
Leeanne Mancari
Partner at Covington & Burling LLP
Leeanne Mancari is a partner at Covington & Burling LLP who has addressed challenges in eDiscovery and data privacy.
Maria Salacuse
Maria Salacuse is a legal expert who has addressed the rise in attacks on judges and the ethical implications for lawyers.
Michelle Newcomer
Attorney at Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, LLP
Michelle Newcomer is an attorney at Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, LLP, specializing in complex litigation and eDiscovery.
Miriam Marks
Attorney at Lieff Cabraser Heimann & Bernstein, LLP
Miriam Marks is an attorney at Lieff Cabraser Heimann & Bernstein, LLP, specializing in complex litigation and eDiscovery.
Nathanial McPherson
Nathanial McPherson is a legal expert who has provided an overview of the origins and work of the drafting team focused on legal holds.
Nathaniel Giddings
Nathaniel Giddings is a legal professional involved in analyzing key eDiscovery and ESI decisions.
Paul H. McVoy
CEO at Repario Data
Paul H. McVoy is the CEO of Repario Data and has expertise in data management and eDiscovery solutions.
Phil Favro
Phil Favro is a legal expert who has contributed to discussions on electronic discovery and ESI case law.
Robb Snow
Robb Snow is a legal professional who has discussed the progress of the Government Privileges drafting team.
Ross Gotler
Ross Gotler is a legal expert who has explained what constitutes IoT data and the challenges it presents in eDiscovery.
Sandra Metallo-Barragan
Attorney at Proskauer Rose LLP
Sandra Metallo-Barragan is an attorney at Proskauer Rose LLP, focusing on electronic discovery and complex litigation.
Todd Heffner
Todd Heffner is a legal expert who has analyzed recent case law regarding compliance with Rule 26(a)(1).
Event Details
- Date
- May 15-16, 2024
- 2 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Nashville, United States
- FDIC Virginia Square Campus
- Audience
- Legal professionals involved in eDiscovery, including attorneys, paralegals, and litigation support specialists.