LegalTech West Coast 2016 was a premier legal technology conference held in San Francisco, organized by ALM. The event brought together legal professionals, technologists, and industry experts to explore the latest advancements and trends in legal technology.
The conference featured a diverse range of sessions covering key topics such as eDiscovery, information governance, and the impact of technology on legal practices. Notable sessions included discussions on the evolving forensic technology landscape, the use of technology-assisted review (TAR) in eDiscovery, and the implications of cross-border data privacy issues.
Attendees had the opportunity to engage in networking events, visit an extensive expo hall showcasing over 56 exhibitors, and hear from esteemed speakers, including judges and industry leaders, who provided insights into the challenges and opportunities within the legal tech landscape.
LegalTech West Coast 2016 was designed for legal professionals seeking to stay abreast of technological advancements, enhance their practice efficiency, and navigate the complexities of modern legal challenges through technology.
Speakers(28)
Anthony D. Romero
Executive Director at American Civil Liberties Union
Anthony D. Romero is the Executive Director of the American Civil Liberties Union, advocating for civil rights and liberties.
Benjamin Robbins
eDiscovery and Information Governance at LinkedIn
Benjamin Robbins works in eDiscovery and Information Governance at LinkedIn, focusing on data collection and forensic analysis.
Brock A. Wanless
Assistant General Counsel – Government, Regulatory, and Privacy at Groupon
Brock A. Wanless serves as the Assistant General Counsel for Government, Regulatory, and Privacy at Groupon, overseeing legal and privacy matters.
Bryon Bratcher
Director of Practice Support at Reed Smith LLP
Bryon Bratcher is the Director of Practice Support at Reed Smith LLP, specializing in eDiscovery and digital forensics.
Christopher Sitter
eDiscovery & Digital Forensics Senior Manager at Juniper Networks
Christopher Sitter is the Senior Manager of eDiscovery and Digital Forensics at Juniper Networks, overseeing forensic investigations and data collection.
Daniel Blair
Vice President for Innovative Strategies at DiscoverReady
Daniel Blair serves as the Vice President for Innovative Strategies at DiscoverReady, leading advancements in eDiscovery solutions.
Daniel J. Polatsek
Partner at Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP
Daniel J. Polatsek is a Partner at Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP, with expertise in eDiscovery and litigation strategies.
David Bitkower
Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General, Criminal Division at US Department of Justice
David Bitkower serves as the Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General in the Criminal Division of the US Department of Justice.
David F.W. Cohen
Partner and Practice Group Leader, Records & E-Discovery at Reed Smith LLP
David R. Cohen is a Partner and Practice Group Leader for Records & E-Discovery at Reed Smith LLP, specializing in cross-border data privacy issues.
David Fisher
CEO & Founder at ClearLegal
David Fisher is the CEO and Founder of ClearLegal, a company focused on legal technology solutions.
David Slonim
Co-Founder at EstatePass
David Slonim is the Co-Founder of EstatePass, specializing in estate planning technology.
Dera J. Nevin
Director, eDiscovery Services at Proskauer Rose LLP
Dera J. Nevin is the Director of eDiscovery Services at Proskauer Rose LLP, focusing on technology-assisted review and legal technology innovations.
Erin E. Harrison
Editor in Chief at Legaltech News, ALM
Erin E. Harrison is the Editor in Chief of Legaltech News at ALM, covering legal technology developments.
Heidi Maher
Executive Director at CGOC
Heidi Maher is the Executive Director of CGOC, specializing in information governance and compliance.
Hon. Andrew J. Peck (Ret.)
United States Magistrate Judge at United States District Court, Southern District of New York
Hon. Andrew J. Peck is a United States Magistrate Judge for the Southern District of New York, known for his expertise in eDiscovery.
Hon. Elizabeth D. Laporte (Ret.)
United States Magistrate Judge at United States District Court, Northern District of California
Hon. Elizabeth D. Laporte is a United States Magistrate Judge for the Northern District of California, overseeing federal litigation.
Hon. Mitchell D. Dembin
United States Magistrate Judge at United States District Court, Southern District of California
Hon. Mitchell D. Dembin is a United States Magistrate Judge for the Southern District of California, presiding over federal cases.
Jeanne Somma
Discovery Practice Director at DiscoverReady
Jeanne Somma is the Discovery Practice Director at DiscoverReady, leading eDiscovery practices and strategies.
John Isaza
Partner at Rimon PC
John Isaza is a Partner at Rimon PC, with expertise in records management and information governance.
John Janhunen
Corporate Counsel at Google Inc.
John Janhunen is Corporate Counsel at Google Inc., focusing on information governance and legal compliance.
John Tredennick
CEO and Founder at Catalyst Repository Systems, Inc.
John Tredennick is the CEO and Founder of Catalyst Repository Systems, Inc., a leader in eDiscovery technology solutions.
Maureen O’Neill
Senior Vice President at DiscoverReady
Maureen O’Neill is the Senior Vice President at DiscoverReady, specializing in eDiscovery and legal technology solutions.
Monica Bay
Fellow at CodeX
Monica Bay is a Fellow at CodeX, the Stanford Center for Legal Informatics, focusing on legal technology innovation.
Nicole Shanahan
Fellow at CodeX
Nicole Shanahan is a Fellow at CodeX, specializing in legal technology and innovation.
Oliver Goodenough
Professor and Co-Director of the Center for Legal Innovation at Vermont Law School
Oliver Goodenough is a Professor and Co-Director of the Center for Legal Innovation at Vermont Law School, focusing on legal technology.
Russell M. Aoki
Partner at Aoki Law PLLC
Russell M. Aoki is a Partner at Aoki Law PLLC, specializing in technology-assisted review and eDiscovery processes.
Sharyn M. Procaccio
Vice President, Assistant General Counsel at Hunt Companies Inc.
Sharyn M. Procaccio is the Vice President and Assistant General Counsel at Hunt Companies Inc., overseeing legal operations and compliance.
Sylvie Stulic
Manager, Legal Operations and Litigation at Electronic Arts, Inc.
Sylvie Stulic is the Manager of Legal Operations and Litigation at Electronic Arts, Inc., focusing on legal compliance and data privacy.
Event Details
- Date
- June 13-14, 2016
- 2 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 San Francisco, United States
- San Francisco
- Audience
- Legal professionals, technologists, industry experts