The 2026 UF Law E-Discovery Conference is the 13th annual event dedicated to advancing education and innovation in electronic discovery. Organized by the University of Florida Levin College of Law, this conference brings together legal professionals, technologists, and scholars to explore the latest developments and best practices in e-discovery.
Key topics for the 2026 conference include the integration of artificial intelligence in legal processes, handling data from collaboration platforms like Slack and Microsoft Teams, and managing mobile device data in litigation. Sessions will also cover current case law, strategic approaches to e-discovery, and the ethical implications of emerging technologies.
Attendees can look forward to networking opportunities, including receptions and roundtable discussions, as well as an expo featuring leading e-discovery service and technology providers. Notable speakers include Dawson Horn, President and Co-Founder of the Network for Excellence in Legal Technology, and Judge Paul Grimm, who will discuss the intersection of truth, technology, and the integrity of the legal record.
This conference is ideal for legal professionals, including attorneys, paralegals, litigation support specialists, and legal technologists, seeking to enhance their understanding of e-discovery and stay abreast of technological advancements in the field.
Speakers(59)
Amanda Evanson
Senior Corporate Counsel – eDiscovery at Delta Air Lines
Amanda Evanson is the Senior Corporate Counsel for eDiscovery at Delta Air Lines, overseeing the company's eDiscovery processes and compliance.
Angela T. O’Neal
Director at Nextra Solutions
Angela T. O’Neal is the Director at Nextra Solutions, focusing on providing eDiscovery and legal technology solutions.
Ashley Picker Dubin
Counsel at Day Pitney LLP
Ashley Picker Dubin is Counsel at Day Pitney LLP, specializing in eDiscovery and litigation support.
Bansri McCarthy
Associate at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP
Bansri McCarthy is an Associate at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, focusing on eDiscovery and litigation support.
Buddy Fisher
Director of Product & Operations at eDiscovery AI
Buddy Fisher is the Director of Product & Operations at eDiscovery AI, focusing on developing and implementing AI-driven eDiscovery solutions.
Canaan Himmelbaum
Global Managing Director at Consilio LLC
Canaan Himmelbaum is the Global Managing Director at Consilio LLC, specializing in eDiscovery and legal consulting services.
Cecil Lynn
Board Member at International Data Law Association
Cecil Lynn is a Board Member at the International Data Law Association, contributing to the development of data law and eDiscovery practices.
Chad S. Roberts
Founder and Discovery Counsel at eDiscovery CoCounsel, pllc
Chad Roberts is the Founder and Discovery Counsel at eDiscovery CoCounsel, pllc, focusing on discovery motion practice, information governance, analytics, and information retrieval technology.
Clinton Sanko
ESI/Contract Counsel Officer at Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC
Clinton Sanko is the ESI/Contract Counsel Officer at Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC, specializing in eDiscovery and information governance.
Cristin K. Traylor
Senior Director, AI Transformation & Law Firm Strategy at Relativity
Cristin K. Traylor is the Senior Director of AI Transformation & Law Firm Strategy at Relativity, advising on AI in e-Discovery and legal data intelligence. She previously worked as Discovery Counsel at McGuireWoods LLP and is a member of the Sedona Conference Working Group 1.
Dan Regard
CEO at Intelligent Discovery Solutions, Inc. (iDS)
Dan Regard is the CEO of iDS, specializing in eDiscovery and data analytics solutions for complex legal matters.
David Gaston
CAIO | Lead Technology Counsel at National Labor Relations Board
David Gaston serves as the Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer and Lead Technology Counsel at the National Labor Relations Board, focusing on integrating AI and technology into legal processes.
David Horrigan
Discovery Counsel and Legal Education Director at Relativity
David Horrigan is the Discovery Counsel and Legal Education Director at Relativity, providing insights and education on eDiscovery and legal technology.
David Kilgore
Track Technician at IndyCar
David Kilgore is a Track Technician at IndyCar, focusing on the technical aspects of race track operations and maintenance.
Dawson Horn
President & CoFounder at Network for Excellence in Legal Technology (NExT)
Dawson Horn is the President and CoFounder of NExT, focusing on legal tech innovation and inclusive excellence. He previously served as Vice President, Associate General Counsel at AIG, managing corporate litigation and eDiscovery matters.
Doug Austin
Editor at eDiscovery Today
Doug Austin is the Editor of eDiscovery Today, providing insights and analysis on eDiscovery trends and developments. He has over 30 years of experience in eDiscovery and legal technology.
Esther Birnbaum
Executive Vice President of Data Intelligence at HaystackID
Esther Birnbaum is the Executive Vice President of Data Intelligence at HaystackID, focusing on AI-driven workflows and data intelligence initiatives. She has experience in both law firm and in-house environments, pioneering innovative approaches to legal technology.
Harsha Kurpad
Antitrust eDiscovery Counsel at Latham & Watkins LLP
Harsha Kurpad is the Antitrust eDiscovery Counsel at Latham & Watkins LLP, specializing in managing eDiscovery processes in antitrust litigation.
Hon. Gary Jones
United States Magistrate Judge at U.S. District Court NDFL
Hon. Gary Jones serves as a United States Magistrate Judge in the Northern District of Florida, overseeing various federal cases and contributing to the development of eDiscovery practices within the judiciary.
Hon. Tanya R. Kennedy
Associate Justice at Appellate Division, First Department, Supreme Court of the State of New York
Hon. Tanya R. Kennedy is an Associate Justice at the Appellate Division, First Department, Supreme Court of the State of New York, with extensive experience in civil litigation and eDiscovery.
Hon. William Matthewman
Chief United States Magistrate Judge at West Palm Beach Division, United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida
Hon. William Matthewman serves as the Chief United States Magistrate Judge in the West Palm Beach Division, overseeing various federal cases and contributing to the development of eDiscovery practices within the judiciary.
Hon. Xavier Rodriguez
U.S. District Judge at US District Court – Texas Western District
Hon. Xavier Rodriguez serves as a U.S. District Judge in the Texas Western District, overseeing various federal cases and contributing to the development of eDiscovery practices within the judiciary.
Janine Morris-Meggett
Entertainment & Corporate Counsel, Founder at Morris Meggett Legal
Janine Morris-Meggett is the Founder and Entertainment & Corporate Counsel at Morris Meggett Legal, specializing in entertainment law and corporate legal matters.
Jeremy Burdge
Chief Operating Officer – Americas HL LegalTech at Eltemate, Hogan Lovells’ LegalTech Company
Jeremy Burdge is the Chief Operating Officer for Americas at Eltemate, Hogan Lovells’ LegalTech Company, overseeing operations and strategic initiatives in legal technology.
Johnathan Hill
Global Community Engagement Lead at Relativity
Johnathan Hill is the Global Community Engagement Lead at Relativity, focusing on building and maintaining relationships within the eDiscovery community.
Jon Rowe
CEO at Pinpoint Labs
Jon Rowe is the CEO of Pinpoint Labs, focusing on developing eDiscovery software solutions for legal professionals.
Julianna Bacchus
Senior Manager at PwC
Julianna Bacchus is a Senior Manager at PwC, specializing in eDiscovery and forensic services. She has extensive experience in managing complex eDiscovery projects and investigations.
Kelly McNabb
Partner at Lieff Cabraser Heimann & Bernstein, LLP
Kelly McNabb is a Partner at Lieff Cabraser Heimann & Bernstein, LLP, specializing in complex litigation and eDiscovery.
Kelly Mickelson
Head of Legal Operations at Mars, Inc.
Kelly Mickelson is the Head of Legal Operations at Mars, Inc., overseeing technology, outside counsel/vendor management, litigation support, budgets, data & insights, IP operations, compliance operations, and communications.
Kelly Twigger
Principal, CEO and Founder at ESI Attorneys, Minerva26
Kelly Twigger is the Principal, CEO, and Founder of ESI Attorneys and Minerva26, focusing on eDiscovery and information law, and developing the Discovery Strategy Platform.
Lea Bays
Partner at Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd
Lea Bays is a Partner at Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd, specializing in complex securities litigation and eDiscovery. She has extensive experience in managing large-scale litigation and discovery processes.
Leonard Impagliazzo IV
Associate Attorney at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP
Leonard Impagliazzo IV is an Associate Attorney at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, focusing on eDiscovery and litigation support.
Manfred Gabriel
Partner at Holland & Knight LLP
Manfred Gabriel is a Partner at Holland & Knight LLP, specializing in eDiscovery and information governance. He has extensive experience in managing complex litigation and discovery processes.
Maria Salacuse
Assistant General Counsel, eDiscovery & Information Governance at EEOC
Maria Salacuse is the Assistant General Counsel for eDiscovery & Information Governance at the EEOC, overseeing the agency's eDiscovery processes and compliance.
Maribel Rivera
VP, Strategy and Client Engagement at Association of Certified E-Discovery Specialists (ACEDS)
Maribel Rivera is the VP of Strategy and Client Engagement at ACEDS, focusing on marketing and diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
Matthew Rasmussen
Founder & CEO at ModeOne Technologies
Matthew Rasmussen is the Founder & CEO of ModeOne Technologies, pioneering remote smartphone solutions for targeted, cost-effective data extraction in legal tech.
Meribeth Banaschik
Partner, Europe West Innovation Leader at EY GmbH & Co KG
Meribeth Banaschik is a Partner and Europe West Innovation Leader at EY GmbH & Co KG, focusing on legal technology and innovation. She has a background in managing large-scale eDiscovery projects and implementing innovative legal solutions.
Michael D. Sarlo
Chief Innovation Officer and President of Global Investigations and Cyber Incident Response at HaystackID
Michael D. Sarlo is the Chief Innovation Officer and President of Global Investigations and Cyber Incident Response at HaystackID, focusing on eDiscovery and digital forensics.
Michael Quartararo
President at Association of Certified E-Discovery Specialists (ACEDS)
Michael Quartararo is the President of ACEDS, focusing on training and certification in eDiscovery. He is the author of 'Project Management in Electronic Discovery' and has been consulting in eDiscovery, information governance, project management, and legal technology for two decades.
Michelle M. Newcomer
eDiscovery Counsel at Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, LLP
Michelle Newcomer is the eDiscovery Counsel at Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, LLP, specializing in managing eDiscovery processes and compliance.
Mike Gaudet
Senior Managing Director at J.S. Held LLC
Mike Gaudet is a Senior Managing Director at J.S. Held LLC, specializing in eDiscovery, digital forensics, and AI topics. He is a frequent speaker on these subjects at various industry events.
Nima Adabi
Partner at Kirkland & Ellis
Nima Adabi is a litigation partner at Kirkland & Ellis with extensive experience in eDiscovery, AI, information governance, and cyber incident response. He has served as lead discovery counsel for various matters, including intellectual property and product liability.
Patricia Barksdale
United States Magistrate Judge at United States Courts
Hon. Patricia Barksdale serves as a United States Magistrate Judge, overseeing various federal cases and contributing to the development of eDiscovery practices within the judiciary.
Paul Grimm
Federal District Judge (Retired) and Mediator at Judicial Arbitration and Mediation (JAMS)
Paul Grimm is a retired United States District Judge and current mediator at JAMS, with extensive experience in civil procedure, case management, eDiscovery, and evidence.
Prof. William Hamilton
Master Legal Skills Professor at University of Florida Levin College of Law
Prof. William Hamilton is a Master Legal Skills Professor at the University of Florida Levin College of Law, focusing on eDiscovery and legal technology education.
Ralph Artigliere
Circuit Judge (Retired) at Florida's Tenth Judicial Circuit
Hon. Ralph Artigliere (ret.) practiced civil trial law for 24 years before serving as a Circuit Judge of Florida’s 10th Judicial Circuit. He is a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers and The Florida Bar’s 2008 Board Certified Lawyer of the Year.
Richard Robinson
Director, Client Success at Epiq
Richard Robinson is the Director of Client Success at Epiq, specializing in eDiscovery and legal technology solutions.
Rose Hunter Jones
Partner at Hilgers Graben PLLC
Rose Hunter Jones is a Partner at Hilgers Graben PLLC, specializing in eDiscovery and complex litigation.
Ruth C. Hauswirth
Special Counsel / Head of eDiscovery at Cooley LLP
Ruth Hauswirth is Special Counsel and Head of eDiscovery at Cooley LLP, overseeing the firm's eDiscovery processes and strategies.
Sandra Metallo-Barragan
eDiscovery Counsel at Proskauer Rose LLP
Sandra Metallo-Barragan is the eDiscovery Counsel at Proskauer Rose LLP, specializing in managing eDiscovery processes and compliance.
Scott A. Milner
Partner & Global Practice Group Leader, eData Practice at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP
Scott A. Milner is a Partner and Global Practice Group Leader of the eData Practice at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, specializing in eDiscovery and information governance.
Scott Cohen
Executive Vice President at Lineal
Scott Cohen is the Executive Vice President at Lineal, focusing on eDiscovery, digital forensics, and AI topics. He has advised lawyers and clients on a wide range of discovery-related topics and is a frequent writer and speaker in the field.
Sean Lanterman
Principal at Digital Forensics Services
Sean Lanterman is a Principal at Digital Forensics Services, focusing on digital forensics and eDiscovery investigations.
Sharika de Freitas
VP Legal Ops & Automation at Madison Square Garden Entertainment
Sharika de Freitas is the VP of Legal Operations & Automation at Madison Square Garden Entertainment, leading the design and implementation of transformative legal systems and processes.
Stephanie Clerkin
Director of Litigation Support at Korein Tillery
Stephanie Clerkin is the Director of Litigation Support at Korein Tillery, overseeing the firm's litigation support services and eDiscovery processes.
Stephen Dooley
Director of Electronic Discovery and Litigation Support at Sullivan & Cromwell LLP
Stephen Dooley is the Director of Electronic Discovery and Litigation Support at Sullivan & Cromwell LLP, managing the firm's eDiscovery and litigation support services.
Suzanne Clark, CEDS
Of Counsel at Beasley Allen Law Firm
Suzanne Clark, CEDS, serves as Of Counsel at Beasley Allen Law Firm, specializing in eDiscovery and litigation support. She is a Certified E-Discovery Specialist with extensive experience in managing complex discovery processes.
Tessa K. Jacob
Partner at Husch Blackwell LLP
Tessa K. Jacob is a Partner at Husch Blackwell LLP, specializing in eDiscovery and information governance.
Val Charles-Pierre
Global Head of eDiscovery at Goldman Sachs
Val Charles-Pierre is the Global Head of eDiscovery at Goldman Sachs, managing the firm's eDiscovery processes and strategies across global operations.
Event Details
- Date
- February 24-26, 2026
- 3 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Gainesville, United States
- University of Florida Levin College of Law
- Pricing
- Free for virtual; in-person varies
- Audience
- Legal professionals, technologists, scholars
- CLE Credits
- 740 minutes of CLE credit approved in 13 jurisdictions: AK, AZ, CT, DC, FL, HI, MD, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, and SD.