The Sedona Conference Working Group 1 Midyear Meeting 2018 was a specialized gathering focused on electronic document retention and production, 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 took place from May 3 to May 4, 2018, at the Loews Vanderbilt Hotel in Nashville, Tennessee, with a welcome reception held on the evening of May 2.
The meeting's agenda included several key sessions: an eDiscovery Case Law Update, which provided insights into recent developments in eDiscovery case law; a discussion on Defensible Disposition and Information Governance, offering guidance on implementing successful information governance programs; and a session on Ethical Obligations in ESI Disclosure and Negotiation, exploring the ethical considerations in electronic discovery processes. These sessions aimed to advance the group's work product and identify areas where The Sedona Conference could offer further guidance to the legal community.
Attendees had the opportunity to engage with experts and peers in the field of electronic discovery, participate in interactive discussions, and contribute to the development of best practices in information governance and eDiscovery. The event also provided networking opportunities, including the welcome reception and social events, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing among professionals in the field.
This meeting was particularly beneficial for legal professionals, information governance specialists, and eDiscovery practitioners seeking to stay informed about the latest developments and best practices in electronic document retention and production. The sessions were designed to provide practical insights and strategies for addressing the evolving challenges in the realm of electronic discovery.
Speakers(37)
Amy E. Sellars
Shareholder at Gunster
Amy E. Sellars is a shareholder at Gunster in Somerset, VA, specializing in commercial litigation.
Andrea L. D'Ambra
Partner at Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP
Andrea L. D'Ambra is a partner at Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP in New York, NY, specializing in litigation.
Claire Hass
Senior Counsel at Google
Claire Hass is Senior Counsel at Google in Mountain View, CA, specializing in litigation and eDiscovery.
Craig W. Weinlein
Senior Counsel at The Sedona Conference
Craig W. Weinlein is Senior Counsel at The Sedona Conference in Phoenix, AZ, specializing in electronic discovery.
David C. Shonka
Acting General Counsel at Federal Trade Commission
David C. Shonka is Acting General Counsel at the Federal Trade Commission in Chantilly, VA.
Dawson Horn III
Senior Counsel at AIG
Dawson Horn III is Senior Counsel at AIG in New York, NY, focusing on insurance and regulatory matters.
Denise E. Backhouse
Partner at Littler Mendelson P.C.
Denise E. Backhouse is a partner at Littler Mendelson P.C. in New York, NY, specializing in labor and employment law.
Elizabeth Leland
Partner at Keller Rohrback L.L.P.
Elizabeth Leland is a partner at Keller Rohrback L.L.P. in New York, NY, focusing on complex litigation.
Eric J. Schwarz
Retired at Chantilly, VA
Eric J. Schwarz is retired from Chantilly, VA, with a background in information governance.
Gareth T. Evans
Partner at Redgrave LLP
Gareth T. Evans is a partner at Redgrave LLP in Los Angeles, CA, specializing in information governance.
Gina M. Trimarco
Partner at DLA Piper
Gina M. Trimarco is a partner at DLA Piper in New York, NY, specializing in commercial litigation.
Heather Kolasinsky
Senior Counsel at Humana
Heather Kolasinsky is Senior Counsel at Humana in Louisville, KY, specializing in healthcare law.
Hon. Andrew J. Peck (ret.)
Senior Counsel at DLA Piper
Hon. Andrew J. Peck (ret.) is Senior Counsel at DLA Piper in New York, NY, specializing in eDiscovery.
Hon. Elizabeth M. Schwabedissen
Judge at State of Florida 11th Judicial Circuit Court
Hon. Elizabeth M. Schwabedissen is a Judge in Miami, FL, with experience in civil and criminal cases.
Hon. George C. Hanks Jr.
U.S. District Judge at U.S. District & Bankruptcy Court, Southern District of Texas
Hon. George C. Hanks Jr. is a U.S. District Judge in Houston, TX, with experience in complex litigation.
Hon. James C. Francis (ret.)
Retired Magistrate Judge at JAMS
Hon. James C. Francis (ret.) is a retired Magistrate Judge from New York, NY, serving as a mediator at JAMS.
Hon. Joe B. Brown (ret.)
Retired Magistrate Judge at Nashville, TN
Hon. Joe B. Brown is a retired Magistrate Judge from Nashville, TN, with extensive experience in federal court.
Hon. Katharine H. Parker
U.S. Magistrate Judge at U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Hon. Katharine H. Parker is a U.S. Magistrate Judge in New York, NY, with experience in civil litigation.
Hon. Shira A. Scheindlin (ret.)
Senior Counsel at Stroock & Stroock & Lavan
Hon. Shira A. Scheindlin (ret.) is Senior Counsel at Stroock & Stroock & Lavan in New York, NY, specializing in complex litigation.
Hon. Thomas I. Vanaskie (ret.)
Senior Counsel at Stevens & Lee
Hon. Thomas I. Vanaskie (ret.) is Senior Counsel at Stevens & Lee in Philadelphia, PA, specializing in litigation.
Jeane A. Thomas
Partner at Crowell & Moring LLP
Jeane A. Thomas is a partner at Crowell & Moring LLP in Washington, D.C., focusing on litigation.
Justice William C. Koch Jr.
Professor of Law at Nashville School of Law
Justice William C. Koch Jr. is a Professor of Law at Nashville School of Law, teaching courses on civil procedure.
Kemoy Foster
Senior Counsel at Swiss Re
Kemoy Foster is Senior Counsel at Swiss Re in New York, NY, specializing in insurance and litigation.
Kenneth J. Withers
Senior Counsel at The Sedona Conference
Kenneth J. Withers is Senior Counsel at The Sedona Conference in Phoenix, AZ, specializing in electronic discovery.
Kevin F. Brady
Senior Counsel at The Sedona Conference
Kevin F. Brady is Senior Counsel at The Sedona Conference in Avondale, PA, specializing in electronic discovery.
Logan Herlinger
Associate at Orrick Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP
Logan Herlinger is an associate at Orrick Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP in New York, NY, focusing on litigation.
Martin T. Tully
Partner at Redgrave LLP
Martin T. Tully is a partner at Redgrave LLP in Chicago, IL, focusing on information governance.
Peter Pepiton
Partner at Dinsmore & Shohl LLP
Peter Pepiton is a partner at Dinsmore & Shohl LLP in Cincinnati, OH, focusing on commercial litigation.
Phil Favro
Principal at Favro Law PLLC
Phil Favro is Principal at Favro Law PLLC in Alpine, UT, focusing on eDiscovery and information governance.
Robert Milligan
Partner at Seyfarth Shaw LLP
Robert Milligan is a partner at Seyfarth Shaw LLP in Los Angeles, CA, focusing on eDiscovery and information governance.
Russell Beck
Partner at Beck Reed Riden LLP
Russell Beck is a partner at Beck Reed Riden LLP in Boston, MA, focusing on trade secrets and restrictive covenants.
Sandra Metallo-Barragan
Partner at Proskauer Rose LLP
Sandra Metallo-Barragan is a partner at Proskauer Rose LLP in New York, NY, specializing in labor and employment law.
Tara S. Emory
Managing Director at Aligned Discovery PLLC
Tara S. Emory is Managing Director at Aligned Discovery PLLC in McLean, VA, focusing on eDiscovery services.
Taylor Hoffman
Senior Counsel at Swiss Re
Taylor Hoffman is Senior Counsel at Swiss Re in Armonk, NY, specializing in insurance and litigation.
Thad M. Gelsinger
Partner at Barley Snyder
Thad M. Gelsinger is a partner at Barley Snyder in Lancaster, PA, focusing on commercial litigation.
Thomas Y. Allman
Self at Cincinnati, Ohio
Timothy M. Opsitnick
Senior Counsel at The Sedona Conference
Timothy M. Opsitnick is Senior Counsel at The Sedona Conference in Cleveland, OH, specializing in electronic discovery.
Event Details
- Date
- May 3-4, 2018
- 2 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Nashville, United States
- Loews Vanderbilt Hotel
- Pricing
- Varies by tier
- Audience
- Legal professionals, information governance specialists, eDiscovery practitioners
- CLE Credits
- CLE accreditation pending
- Attendees
- Not specified