ACEDS Chicago Legal Power Skills Workshop
by Association of Certified E-Discovery Specialists (ACEDS) Chicago Chapter
The Legal Power Skills Workshop is a full-day educational and networking event hosted by the Association of Certified E-Discovery Specialists (ACEDS) Chicago Chapter. This workshop is designed to help eDiscovery professionals strengthen essential soft skills that drive long-term career success.
Key topics covered include leadership, collaboration, adaptability, ingenuity, emotional intelligence, and communication. The event features a keynote address by Rich Robinson, Director of Legal Operations and Litigation Support at Toyota North America, followed by a series of individual speakers and panel sessions focusing on each of these critical skills.
The workshop offers attendees opportunities for networking with industry professionals and includes interactive sessions such as quizzes to help identify areas for skill development. Notable speakers include Martin Tully from Redgrave LLP, who will participate in a panel focusing on communication and its role in professional development.
This event is ideal for eDiscovery professionals, including lawyers, technologists, in-house counsel, and service providers, who are looking to enhance their soft skills to accelerate career growth and effectively navigate the evolving legal landscape.
Speakers(13)
Adam Rouse
Walgreens
Adam Rouse works at Walgreens, emphasizing collaboration in legal operations.
Amanda Cook
Cole Schotz
Amanda Cook is a professional at Cole Schotz, focusing on collaborative approaches in legal practices.
Charisma Starr
J.P. Morgan
Charisma Starr is associated with J.P. Morgan, focusing on emotional intelligence in legal operations.
Cortney VanDenburgh
US Foods
Cortney VanDenburgh represents US Foods, bringing ingenuity to legal operations.
Jay C. Carle
Seyfarth
Jay Carle is a professional at Seyfarth, contributing innovative solutions to legal challenges.
Lisa Kistler
Astellas
Lisa Kistler is a professional at Astellas, emphasizing effective communication in legal practices.
Martin T. Tully
Partner at Redgrave LLP
Martin Tully is a Partner at Redgrave LLP, specializing in communication strategies within the legal field.
Melisa Twomey
Consilio
Melisa Twomey is associated with Consilio, specializing in collaboration within eDiscovery processes.
Raven Moore
McDonald's
Raven Moore is a professional at McDonald's, recognized for her leadership skills in the legal sector.
Rich Robinson
Director of Legal Operations and Litigation Support at Toyota North America
Rich Robinson is the Director of Legal Operations and Litigation Support at Toyota North America, known for his expertise in legal operations and eDiscovery.
Salena Scardina
Hero CX
Salena Scardina is affiliated with Hero CX, known for her adaptability in the legal technology landscape.
Steven Delaney
Benesch
Steven Delaney works at Benesch, recognized for his inventive approaches in legal services.
Tim Caroll
Orrick
Tim Caroll works at Orrick, focusing on communication skills in the legal sector.
Event Details
- Date
- November 4, 2025
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Chicago, United States
- McDonald's Corporate HQ
- Pricing
- Unknown
- Audience
- eDiscovery professionals, including lawyers, technologists, in-house counsel, and service providers
- Attendees
- Limited to 50 attendees