15th Annual Sedona Conference Institute: Pre-Trial Practice in a Post-Pandemic World
The 15th Annual Sedona Conference Institute: Pre-Trial Practice in a Post-Pandemic World is a premier event organized by The Sedona Conference, a nonprofit research and educational institute dedicated to the advanced study of law and policy. This virtual conference, held from May 16 to 18, 2022, focuses on equipping legal professionals with the necessary skills and knowledge to navigate pre-trial practices in the evolving landscape shaped by the COVID-19 pandemic.
The conference covers a range of critical topics, including the complexities of establishing and protecting privilege claims, strategies for making the record in virtual or hybrid settings, and the ethical considerations inherent in remote legal practices. Sessions are designed to provide practical insights into authenticating and admitting electronic evidence, as well as addressing the challenges posed by non-party and foreign discovery in the digital age.
Attendees have the opportunity to engage with a distinguished faculty comprising judges, arbitrators, government regulators, in-house counsel from major corporations, and experienced civil litigators and legal technologists. The interactive format encourages dialogue and collaboration, fostering a deeper understanding of the challenges and solutions in pre-trial practice today.
This conference is ideal for legal professionals seeking to enhance their proficiency in pre-trial procedures within the context of a post-pandemic world. Participants will gain valuable perspectives on adapting to new technologies and methodologies, ensuring effective and ethical legal practice in an increasingly digital environment.
Speakers(39)
Chris Q. King
Partner at Redgrave LLP
Chris Q. King is a Partner at Redgrave LLP, focusing on information law and eDiscovery.
Colleen M. Kenney
Partner at Sidley
Colleen M. Kenney is a Partner at Sidley, specializing in complex litigation and eDiscovery.
David Gaston
Attorney at National Labor Relations Board
David Gaston is an Attorney at the National Labor Relations Board, specializing in labor law.
Deborah Elizabeth Fishman
Partner at Arnold & Porter
Deborah Elizabeth Fishman is a Partner at Arnold & Porter, focusing on intellectual property litigation.
Denise E. Backhouse
Shareholder at Littler Mendelson, P.C.
Denise E. Backhouse is a Shareholder at Littler Mendelson, P.C., focusing on eDiscovery and data privacy issues.
E. Todd Presnell
Partner at Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP
Todd Presnell is a Partner at Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP, specializing in commercial litigation and professional liability.
Glenn J. Melcher
Senior Counsel at Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
Glenn J. Melcher is Senior Counsel at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, focusing on enforcement and litigation.
Heather Kolasinsky
Senior Counsel at Humana
Heather Kolasinsky is Senior Counsel at Humana, advising on litigation and regulatory matters.
Henry J. Kelston
Partner at Ahdoot & Wolfson, PC
Henry J. Kelston is a Partner at Ahdoot & Wolfson, PC, focusing on class action litigation.
Hon. Andrew J. Peck (Ret.)
Senior Counsel at DLA Piper
Hon. Andrew J. Peck (ret.) is Senior Counsel at DLA Piper, specializing in eDiscovery and litigation strategy.
Hon. Audrey G. Fleissig
Judge at U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri
Hon. Audrey G. Fleissig serves as a Judge at the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Missouri.
Hon. Cathy Bissoon
Judge at U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania
Hon. Cathy Bissoon serves as a Judge at the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania.
Hon. Heather McShain
Magistrate Judge at U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois
Hon. Heather McShain serves as a Magistrate Judge at the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois.
Hon. James P. Kleinberg (ret.)
Mediator and Arbitrator at JAMS
Hon. James P. Kleinberg (ret.) serves as a Mediator and Arbitrator at JAMS, specializing in complex litigation.
Hon. Michael L. Robinson
Judge at North Carolina Business Court
Hon. Michael L. Robinson serves as a Judge at the North Carolina Business Court, handling complex business cases.
Hon. Sam A. Thumma
Judge at Arizona Court of Appeals
Hon. Sam A. Thumma serves as a Judge at the Arizona Court of Appeals, adjudicating appellate cases.
Hon. Scott Borrowman
Administrative Judge at Merit Systems Protection Board
Hon. Scott Borrowman is an Administrative Judge at the Merit Systems Protection Board, adjudicating federal employment disputes.
J. Scott Evans
Associate General Counsel at Adobe Inc.
J. Scott Evans is the Associate General Counsel at Adobe Inc., overseeing intellectual property matters.
Jeff Harradine
Senior Counsel at Xerox Corp
Jeff Harradine is Senior Counsel at Xerox Corp, advising on litigation and compliance matters.
Karen E. Keller
Partner at Shaw Keller LLP
Karen E. Keller is a Partner at Shaw Keller LLP, specializing in patent litigation.
Kenneth J. Withers
Deputy Executive Director at The Sedona Conference
Kenneth J. Withers is the Deputy Executive Director of The Sedona Conference, a nonprofit research and educational institute dedicated to the advanced study of law and policy.
Lauren Schwartzreich
Shareholder at Littler Mendelson P.C.
Lauren Schwartzreich is a Shareholder at Littler Mendelson P.C., specializing in employment law.
Lea Bays
Partner at Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP
Lea Bays is a Partner at Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP, specializing in securities litigation.
Lisa Alleyne
Senior Legal Counsel at Scotiabank
Lisa Alleyne serves as Senior Legal Counsel at Scotiabank, providing legal guidance on various banking operations.
Mark Selwyn
Partner at WilmerHale
Mark Selwyn is a Partner at WilmerHale, focusing on intellectual property litigation.
Marli Want
Law Clerk at U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Louisiana
Marli Want is a Law Clerk at the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana.
Maura R. Grossman
Research Professor at University of Waterloo
Maura R. Grossman is a Research Professor at the University of Waterloo, focusing on eDiscovery and artificial intelligence.
Neil A. Riemann
Partner at Parry Law PLLC
Neil A. Riemann is a Partner at Parry Law PLLC, focusing on employment law and litigation.
Phil Favro
Consultant at Favro Law PLLC
Phil Favro is a Consultant at Favro Law PLLC, advising on eDiscovery and information governance.
Rebekah Bailey
Partner at Nichols Kaster, PLLP
Rebekah Bailey is a Partner at Nichols Kaster, PLLP, specializing in employment law and class action litigation.
Ronald J. Hedges
Principal at Ronald J. Hedges LLC
Ronald J. Hedges is the Principal of Ronald J. Hedges LLC, providing consulting services on eDiscovery and information governance.
Samantha Jameson
Partner at Tensegrity Law Group
Samantha Jameson is a Partner at Tensegrity Law Group, focusing on intellectual property litigation.
Sean Zacharias
Deputy Attorney General at California Department of Justice
Sean Zacharias is a Deputy Attorney General at the California Department of Justice, focusing on litigation and appeals.
Stacey Ellen Blaustein
Senior Attorney at IBM
Stacey Ellen Blaustein is a Senior Attorney at IBM, focusing on privacy and cybersecurity law.
Tessa K. Jacob
Partner at Husch Blackwell
Tessa K. Jacob is a Partner at Husch Blackwell, specializing in eDiscovery solutions. She presented 'eDiscovery Cutting Issue 2: It's You and Me Against the World, Baby' at the 15th Annual Sedona Conference Institute: Pre-Trial Practice in a Post-Pandemic World on May 17, 2022.
Thomas Y. Allman
Adjunct Professor at University of Cincinnati College of Law
Thomas Y. Allman is an Adjunct Professor at the University of Cincinnati College of Law, specializing in electronic discovery and information governance.
Tony Petruzzi
Partner at Tucker Ellis LLP
Tony Petruzzi is a Partner at Tucker Ellis LLP, focusing on complex litigation and white-collar defense.
Wendy Muchman
Senior Lecturer at Northwestern University
Wendy Muchman is a Senior Lecturer at Northwestern University, teaching legal ethics and professional responsibility.
Yar R. Chaikovsky
Partner at White & Case LLP
Yar R. Chaikovsky is a Partner at White & Case LLP, specializing in intellectual property litigation.
Event Details
- Date
- May 17, 2022
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Sedona, United States
- Audience
- Legal professionals, including attorneys, judges, arbitrators, in-house counsel, and legal technologists.