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ASU-Arkfeld eDiscovery, Law and Technology Conference 2027

Name: ASU-Arkfeld eDiscovery, Law and Technology Conference 2027
Start: 2027-03-29
End: 2027-03-30
Location: Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law, Beus Center for Law and Society

by Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law at Arizona State University

The ASU-Arkfeld eDiscovery, Law and Technology Conference is an annual event dedicated to exploring the evolving challenges of legal practice in the digital era. Hosted by the Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law at Arizona State University, this conference brings together judges, attorneys, and technologists to discuss cutting-edge issues in eDiscovery, information governance, privacy, and digital evidence.

Attendees can expect sessions covering topics such as the role of artificial intelligence in the courts, the evolution of legal practice with AI, decision-making in eDiscovery, and ethical considerations in AI use for legal professionals. The conference also addresses emerging data sources, privacy concerns in a surveilled society, and the impact of AI-generated content on evidentiary standards.

The event offers ample networking opportunities, including receptions and breaks designed to foster collaboration among participants. Notable speakers include esteemed judges and leading experts in the fields of law and technology, providing valuable insights and perspectives.

Legal professionals, technologists, and anyone interested in the intersection of law and technology should attend to stay informed about the latest developments, enhance their skills, and connect with peers in the industry.

Speakers(28)

Alex Goth

Director of Litigation Support Services

Alex Goth is an experienced Litigation Support/E-Discovery Manager with a demonstrated history of working in the legal services industry, skilled in global e-discovery processes and various litigation technology platforms.

Amy E. Sellars

Amy E. Sellars is a nationally recognized eDiscovery expert with over a decade of in-house eDiscovery experience at Fortune 500 corporations, focusing on improving litigation response protocols and resolving disputes efficiently.

Andrea L. D’Ambra

US Head of Technology and US Head of eDiscovery and Information Governance at Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP

Andrea L. D’Ambra is a partner in the New York office, focusing her practice on data privacy, e-discovery, cross-border discovery, and cybersecurity.

Brian Morrison

Discovery Counsel at Google

Brian Morrison is Discovery Counsel at Google, with experience in prosecuting class actions and other complex litigation on behalf of consumers and small businesses.

Calman Hart

IT Director at Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd

Calman Hart is the IT Director at Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd, overseeing the growth and change of the firm’s technology since 1984, focusing on cyber-security and the emergence of AI.

Chad S. Roberts

Founder at eDiscovery CoCounsel, pllc

Chad S. Roberts founded eDiscovery CoCounsel, pllc in 2013, focusing on discovery motion practice in State and Federal Courts, Information Governance, Analytics, and Information Retrieval technology.

Cristin Traylor

Senior Director of AI Transformation & Law Firm Strategy at Relativity

Cristin Traylor is the Senior Director of AI Transformation & Law Firm Strategy at Relativity, advising on business strategies and practices around the use of AI in e-Discovery and other legal data intelligence use cases.

Dan Stromberg

Partner & eDiscovery Counsel at Outten & Golden LLP

Dan Stromberg is head of O&G’s eDiscovery Practice Area, advising clients and case teams on discovery strategies, best practices, protocols, and technologies.

Gary Marchant

Regent’s Professor of Law and Director at Center for Law, Science and Innovation

Gary Marchant is a Regent’s Professor of Law and director of the Center for Law, Science and Innovation, with research interests including legal aspects of genomics, personalized medicine, and governance of emerging technologies such as nanotechnology and artificial intelligence.

Henry Link

Associate General Counsel of eDiscovery & Information Governance at Meta Platforms, Inc.

Henry Link provides legal, strategic, and technical advice in Meta’s national and international civil litigation, regulatory investigations, and information governance matters.

Jeff Johnson

Chief Innovation Officer at Purpose Legal

Jeff Johnson has over 20 years of experience in legal technology and services, specializing in eDiscovery, document review, and litigation consulting, and is a co-author of multiple patents applying machine learning to eDiscovery.

Joseph R. Tiano Jr.

Founder and Chief Executive Officer at Legal Decoder

Joseph R. Tiano Jr. is the Founder and CEO of Legal Decoder, focusing on intelligent, data-driven technology to revolutionize the pricing and economic evaluation of legal services.

Joy Woller

Partner, eDiscovery Counsel at Lewis Roca Rothgerber Christie LLP

Joy Woller has experience in a wide range of substantive areas, focusing on trade secret and trademark protection, and serves as the firm’s eDiscovery and Litigation Support partner.

Laura Cassani

Deputy Director and Principal Research Engineer at Aptima, Inc.

Laura Cassani is Deputy Director and Principal Research Engineer at Aptima, Inc., with extensive experience in research and development in the field of human-centered engineering.

Lea Bays

Partner at Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd

Lea Bays has experience in a wide range of litigation, including complex securities litigation, commercial contract disputes, business torts, antitrust, civil fraud, and trust and estate litigation.

Maria Salacuse

Assistant General Counsel for Technology at Equal Employment Opportunity Commission

Maria Salacuse is the Assistant General Counsel for Technology at the EEOC’s Office of General Counsel, serving as the agency’s lead eDiscovery counsel and overseeing the EEOC’s litigation support department.

Mark Sidoti

Director, Business & Commercial Litigation & Co-Chair, E-Discovery Task Force at Gibbons

Mark Sidoti is a Director in the Gibbons Business & Commercial Litigation Group, focusing on business and healthcare litigation, and co-chairs the Gibbons E-Discovery Task Force.

Michael Blank

Corporate Counsel – eDiscovery at DISH Network

Michael Blank is a veteran eDiscovery litigator with over a decade of experience, currently serving as Corporate Counsel – eDiscovery at DISH Network, supporting all facets of eDiscovery from information governance to document review and production.

Michael R. Arkfeld

Owner at Arkfeld & Associates, LLC

Michael Arkfeld is an attorney, author of 'Arkfeld on Electronic Discovery and Evidence' treatise, and educator, providing education, training, and research on legal concepts and technological issues involving electronic discovery and digital evidence.

Michelle M. Newcomer

eDiscovery Counsel at Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, LLP

Michelle M. Newcomer focuses her practice on discovery issues, from preservation through production, and provides counsel to litigation teams across the firm’s securities, consumer, antitrust, and other complex actions.

Niloy Ray

Shareholder at Littler Mendelson P.C.

Niloy Ray is a Shareholder at Littler Mendelson P.C., focusing on eDiscovery and information governance, and regularly advises clients on record-retention requirements and data-minimization objectives within the labor and employment space.

Paul H. McVoy

Shareholder at Repario Data

Paul H. McVoy is a Shareholder at Repario, focusing on concierge-style litigation support, and has been at the forefront of discovery for almost 30 years.

Robert E. Singleton

Director of eDiscovery and Data Management at Squire Patton Boggs

Robert Singleton is co-chair and director of eDiscovery and data management for Squire Patton Boggs, concentrating his practice on electronic discovery and related issues.

Robert S. Hoff

Partner at Wiggin and Dana

Robert S. Hoff is dedicated to representing companies and individuals in complex government investigations and commercial litigations, with a focus on eDiscovery and electronic data.

Steve Davis

VP of Forensics & Investigations at Purpose Legal

Steve Davis has performed and supervised hundreds of investigations on behalf of governmental agencies, corporations, and law firms involving civil and criminal matters over the past 30+ years.

Tessa Jacob

Partner at Husch Blackwell LLP

Tessa Jacob leads Husch Blackwell’s eDiscovery Solutions team, providing consistent, defensible, and repeatable eDiscovery solutions, and has vast experience in using data mining tools and technology-assisted review.

Tom Morrissey

Senior Director, Legal Ops & eDiscovery at Purdue Pharma LP

Tom Morrissey is Senior Director of Legal Operations & eDiscovery at Purdue Pharma LP, responsible for the development and implementation of technology in support of the Office of the General Counsel, Compliance, and Corporate Security.

Whitney Stefko

Associate Director and Senior Counsel, Legal Ops+ at Ford Motor Co.

Whitney Stefko has over 15 years of experience in the legal, operations, and technology spaces, currently leading the Legal Ops+ team at Ford Motor Company, including technology initiatives and the use of emerging technologies like Generative AI.

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Event Details

Date: March 29-30, 2027; 2 days
Location: 🇺🇸 Phoenix, United States; Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law, Beus Center for Law and Society
Pricing: Varies by tier; Sponsorship tiers include Tera-level at $6,000, Giga-level at $3,000, and Mega-level at $1,500, each offering varying benefits such as panel participation, recognition in materials, exhibit space, and admission for multiple attendees. Additional sponsorships range from $250 to $3,000 for items like swag and meal sponsorships.
Audience: Legal professionals, technologists, and individuals interested in eDiscovery and legal technology.
CLE Credits: This activity may qualify for up to 9 hours toward your annual CLE requirement for the State Bar of Arizona.