The Sedona Conference Working Group 6 Annual Meeting 2017

The Sedona Conference Working Group 6 (WG6) Annual Meeting 2017 was a specialized gathering focused on international electronic information management, discovery, and disclosure. Organized by The Sedona Conference, a nonpartisan, nonprofit research and educational institute dedicated to advancing law and policy in areas such as antitrust, complex litigation, intellectual property rights, and data security and privacy law, the event aimed to foster collaboration among legal professionals to address complex cross-border legal challenges.

The meeting's agenda included discussions on critical topics such as choice of law for data in the international context, international arbitration, international legal holds, ephemeral data, and dawn raids. Additionally, sessions were held to update attendees on EU regulatory developments, cross-border discovery case law, and data protection laws in regions including the Asia-Pacific, South America, and the Middle East.

Attendees had the opportunity to engage in networking events, including a welcome reception on the evening of Sunday, January 13, 2019, from 6-8 pm, and optional small group dinners at various local restaurants on the evening of November 2, 2017. The event featured dialogue leaders from diverse backgrounds, including judges, legal scholars, and practitioners, who provided insights into the evolving landscape of international legal practices.

This annual meeting was particularly beneficial for legal professionals involved in cross-border litigation, data protection, and international arbitration, offering them a platform to collaborate, share best practices, and stay informed about the latest developments in international legal frameworks.