Georgetown Law Advanced eDiscovery Institute
by Georgetown University Office of Executive and Continuing Legal Education
The Georgetown Law Advanced eDiscovery Institute is an annual conference organized by Georgetown University's Office of Executive and Continuing Legal Education. It serves as a premier forum for legal professionals to delve into the complexities of electronic discovery, data privacy, and related legal technologies.
The institute features a comprehensive agenda that includes keynote addresses from prominent figures, such as Gurbir Grewal, Director of the SEC’s Division of Enforcement, and Helen Dixon, Data Protection Commissioner for Ireland. Attendees participate in plenary sessions and break-out discussions covering topics like cross-border data challenges, artificial intelligence's impact on legal practice, and the latest developments in privacy legislation. The event also offers specialized sessions on managing preservation obligations under the GDPR and navigating the cross-border data maze.
Held at the Grand Hyatt Washington, the conference provides ample networking opportunities, allowing participants to connect with federal judges, eDiscovery experts, and peers from various sectors. The venue hosts an expo hall where sponsors showcase the latest eDiscovery services and products. Notable speakers include federal judges experienced in addressing technology issues in civil and criminal cases, as well as thought leaders from Fortune 500 corporations and prominent law firms.
This event is ideal for legal professionals, including attorneys, in-house counsel, and eDiscovery specialists, seeking to enhance their understanding of electronic discovery and data privacy. Attendees gain practical insights into managing complex data challenges and stay informed about emerging trends in the field.
Speakers(26)
Adam I. Cohen
Managing Director at Berkeley Research Group
Managing Director at Berkeley Research Group, moderating a panel on effective eDiscovery in response to data breaches.
Amor Esteban
Partner at DLA Piper LLP
Partner at DLA Piper LLP, participating in a panel on cross-border eDiscovery.
Annika K. Martin
Partner at Leif Cabraser Heimann & Bernstein LLP
Partner at Leif Cabraser Heimann & Bernstein LLP, involved in a discussion on data collection.
Bennett B. Borden
Chief Data Scientist at Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP
Chief Data Scientist at Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP, discussing the use of analytics in the legal space.
Christopher Liwski
Senior Corporate Counsel at Sanofi US
Senior Corporate Counsel at Sanofi US, participating in a session on data collection.
Craig Ball
Trial Lawyer at Ball & Associates
Trial lawyer and noted authority on electronic evidence, aiming to make attorneys more technology savvy.
Dan Regard
Managing Director at iDiscovery Solutions
Managing Director at iDiscovery Solutions, moderating a session on mobile device discovery.
Daniel E. Roffman
Managing Director at FTI Consulting
Managing Director at FTI Consulting, participating in a session on mobile device discovery.
Dean Lawrence Center
Dean at Georgetown Law
Dean of Georgetown Law, discussing new developments at the Institute.
Eric Mazur
Managing Director, Forensic Technology Services at Huron Consulting Group
Managing Director at Huron Consulting Group, involved in a session on mobile device discovery.
Jeane A. Thomas
Partner at Crowell & Moring LLP
Partner at Crowell & Moring LLP, moderating a panel on cross-border eDiscovery.
John T. Bandler
Assistant District Attorney at New York County District Attorney’s Office
Assistant District Attorney at New York County District Attorney’s Office, involved in a session on data breach eDiscovery.
Judge Gail A. Andler
Superior Court Judge at Orange County, California
Superior Court Judge in Orange County, California, emphasizing the importance of state judges attending conferences like the Institute.
Mark E. Michels
Director at Deloitte LLP
Director at Deloitte LLP, contributing to a panel on mobile device discovery.
Patrick J. Burke
Partner at Seyfarth Shaw LLP
Partner at Seyfarth Shaw LLP, involved in a discussion on cross-border eDiscovery.
Paul D. Weiner
National eDiscovery Counsel at Littler Mendelson
National eDiscovery Counsel at Littler Mendelson, sharing perspectives on the future of the e-discovery ecosystem.
Paul Grewal
Vice President and Deputy General Counsel at Facebook
Former federal magistrate judge and law firm partner, now managing Facebook’s global litigation organization.
Randi W. Singer
Partner at Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP
Partner at Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP, contributing to a session on data breach eDiscovery.
Richard J. Hood
Managing Partner at The Hood Law Firm
Managing Partner at The Hood Law Firm, contributing to a session on cross-border eDiscovery.
Robert A. Eisenberg
Strategic Consultant at Complete Discovery Source
Strategic Consultant at Complete Discovery Source, moderating a panel on technical aspects of data collection.
Robert Eisenberg
Co-founder at Georgetown Law Advanced eDiscovery Institute
Co-founder of the Institute, providing insights into its origins and mission.
Serge Jorgensen
President at The Sylint Group
President of The Sylint Group, participating in a panel on data breach eDiscovery.
Taylor Morgan Hoffman
Global Head of eDiscovery at Swiss Re
Global Head of eDiscovery at Swiss Re, involved in a discussion on cross-border eDiscovery.
Timothy M. Opsitnick
Founder and General Counsel at Jurinnov Ltd.
Founder and General Counsel at Jurinnov Ltd., participating in a panel on data collection.
Tom Morrissey
Senior Director, IT Legal Operations & eDiscovery at Purdue Pharma LP
Senior Director at Purdue Pharma LP, contributing to a session on data collection.
Warren Kruse
Vice President, Data Forensics at Altep, Inc.
Vice President of Data Forensics at Altep, Inc., participating in a panel on mobile device discovery.
Event Details
- Date
- January 28, 2017
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Washington, D.C., United States
- Grand Hyatt Washington
- Pricing
- Varies by tier
- Audience
- Legal professionals, including attorneys, in-house counsel, and eDiscovery specialists
- CLE Credits
- Up to 13.2 CLE credit hours, including 1.2 hours of Ethics
- Attendees
- Over 400