The 2013 E-Discovery Summit, titled "2nd Annual Educational Summit for State Court Judges: Unlocking E-Discovery," was a specialized event co-hosted by the Institute for the Advancement of the American Legal System (IAALS) and the National Judicial College. Held on September 19–20, 2013, in Denver, Colorado, the summit aimed to provide state court judges with comprehensive education on the discovery of electronically stored information (ESI), covering aspects from preservation to production and eventual use at trial.
The summit featured nationally renowned faculty who delivered both foundational training and in-depth discussions on complex e-discovery issues. Key sessions included "ESI Basics: Who, What, When, Where, Why, and How?" led by Jonathan M. Redgrave, and "Preservation: Challenges for Individuals, Companies, and State Courts," moderated by Thomas Y. Allman. Other notable topics addressed the evolving roles of people, processes, and technology in collection, review, and production of ESI, as well as practical aspects of using third parties like vendors and special masters.
The event also provided opportunities for interactive group discussions, such as crafting model orders, guidelines, and rules, and exploring discovery conferences and motions in state courts. A cocktail reception and dinner on the first day facilitated networking among attendees. Notable speakers included Hon. Paul W. Grimm, Maura R. Grossman, and John M. Barkett, who shared their expertise on various facets of e-discovery.
State court judges from over thirty states attended the summit to enhance their understanding of e-discovery challenges and to acquire tools for effectively managing ESI in their courtrooms. The event was particularly beneficial for judges seeking to navigate the complexities of electronic discovery and to promote fair and efficient litigation processes.
Speakers(24)
Cory M. Reynolds
Senior Counsel at General Electric Company
Cory M. Reynolds is Senior Counsel at General Electric Company. He has significant experience in electronic discovery and has been involved in developing and implementing e-discovery strategies and policies within the company.
David Thomson
Professor of Law at University of Denver Sturm College of Law
David Thomson is a Professor of Law at the University of Denver Sturm College of Law. He has written and taught extensively on electronic discovery and legal technology.
Don McLaughlin
CEO at iDS
Don McLaughlin is the CEO of iDS, a firm specializing in information management and electronic discovery services. He has extensive experience in developing and implementing e-discovery strategies and solutions.
Hon. Ann B. Frick
Judge at Denver District Court
Judge Ann B. Frick serves on the Denver District Court. She has a background in civil litigation and has participated in efforts to enhance the understanding and management of electronic discovery in the judiciary.
Hon. Craig B. Shaffer
Magistrate Judge at United States District Court for the District of Colorado
Magistrate Judge Craig B. Shaffer serves on the United States District Court for the District of Colorado. He has been actively involved in discussions and education regarding electronic discovery and its impact on the judicial system.
Hon. Paul W. Grimm
Judge at United States District Court for the District of Maryland
Judge Paul W. Grimm serves on the United States District Court for the District of Maryland. He is well known for his contributions in improving the pretrial discovery process, particularly regarding the discovery of electronically stored information, and frequently lectures on these topics.
Hon. Ralph Artigliere (ret.)
Retired Circuit Judge at Tenth Judicial Circuit of Florida
Ralph Artigliere retired as a Circuit Judge from Florida’s Tenth Circuit to teach and write. He graduated from the United States Military Academy and the University of Florida Law School with high honors, and served as a trial lawyer for 24 years before his appointment to the bench.
Hon. Robert L. McGahey
Judge at Denver District Court
Judge Robert L. McGahey serves on the Denver District Court. He has extensive experience in civil litigation and has been involved in various initiatives to improve the management of electronic discovery in state courts.
Hon. Thomas A. Zonay
Judge at Vermont Superior Court
Judge Thomas A. Zonay serves on the Vermont Superior Court. He has been involved in educational programs focused on electronic discovery for state court judges and has contributed to the development of related judicial resources.
John M. Barkett
Partner at Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP
John M. Barkett is a partner at Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. in Miami. He graduated from the University of Notre Dame and Yale Law School, and served as a law clerk to the Honorable David Dyer on the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals. In March 2012, Chief Justice Roberts appointed him to the Civil Rules Advisory Committee.
Jonathan M. Redgrave
Partner at Redgrave LLP
Jonathan M. Redgrave is a partner at Redgrave LLP, focusing on information law, including e-discovery, records and information management, and data privacy. He has been actively involved in developing best practices and guidelines for electronic discovery.
Laura E. Ellsworth
Partner at Jones Day
Laura E. Ellsworth is a partner at Jones Day, focusing on complex commercial litigation and electronic discovery. She has been involved in developing best practices and strategies for managing electronic discovery in litigation.
Marcy M. Heronimus
Senior Counsel at Wells Fargo & Company
Marcy M. Heronimus is Senior Counsel at Wells Fargo & Company. She has extensive experience in managing electronic discovery and has been involved in developing strategies and best practices for handling electronically stored information in litigation.
Maura R. Grossman
Of Counsel at Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz
Maura R. Grossman is Of Counsel at Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz. She is recognized for her expertise in electronic discovery and has contributed significantly to the development of best practices in the field. She also teaches 'E-Discovery' at the University of Miami Law School.
Patrick L. Oot
Co-Founder at Electronic Discovery Institute
Patrick L. Oot is the Co-Founder of the Electronic Discovery Institute. He has been actively involved in developing and promoting best practices and education in the field of electronic discovery.
Pres. William F. Dressel
President at National Judicial College
Pres. William F. Dressel is the President of the National Judicial College. He has been involved in judicial education and has contributed to the development of programs focused on electronic discovery for state court judges.
R. Stanton Dodge
Executive Vice President and General Counsel at DISH Network Corporation
R. Stanton Dodge is Executive Vice President and General Counsel at DISH Network Corporation. He has extensive experience in managing legal and regulatory matters, including electronic discovery, for the company.
Rebecca Love Kourlis
Executive Director at IAALS
Rebecca Love Kourlis is the Executive Director of IAALS, the Institute for the Advancement of the American Legal System. She has been actively involved in promoting reforms and best practices in the legal system, including electronic discovery.
Richard J. Hood
Senior Counsel at General Electric Company
Richard J. Hood is Senior Counsel at General Electric Company. He has significant experience in electronic discovery and has been involved in developing and implementing e-discovery strategies and policies within the company.
Sean R. Gallagher
Partner at Polsinelli PC
Sean R. Gallagher is a partner at Polsinelli PC, focusing on complex commercial litigation and electronic discovery. He has been involved in developing best practices and strategies for managing electronic discovery in litigation.
Steven S. Gensler
Professor of Law at University of Oklahoma College of Law
Steven S. Gensler is a Professor of Law at the University of Oklahoma College of Law. He has written extensively on civil procedure and electronic discovery, and has been involved in various initiatives to improve the management of electronic discovery in the courts.
Thomas Y. Allman
Adjunct Professor of Law at University of Cincinnati College of Law
Thomas Y. Allman is an attorney residing in Cincinnati, Ohio, and an Adjunct Professor of Law at the University of Cincinnati College of Law. Prior to retirement as General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer of BASF Corporation, he was an early advocate of the 2006 Amendments to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure.
Timothy H. Hood
Senior Counsel at General Electric Company
Timothy H. Hood is Senior Counsel at General Electric Company. He has extensive experience in electronic discovery and has been involved in developing and implementing e-discovery strategies and policies within the company.
William P. Butterfield
Partner at Hausfeld LLP
William P. Butterfield is a partner at Hausfeld LLP, focusing on antitrust litigation, financial services litigation, and electronic discovery. He developed his interest in electronic discovery in the early 1990s and has testified as an expert witness on e-discovery issues, speaking frequently on the topic domestically and abroad.
Event Details
- Date
- June 1, 2013
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Denver, United States
- John Moye Hall
- Audience
- State court judges
- Attendees
- 44 judges from 32 states