The 2026 UF Law E-Discovery Conference is the 13th annual event dedicated to advancing education and innovation in electronic discovery. Organized by the University of Florida Levin College of Law, this conference brings together legal professionals, technologists, and scholars to explore the latest developments and best practices in e-discovery.
Key topics for the 2026 conference include the integration of artificial intelligence in legal processes, handling data from collaboration platforms like Slack and Microsoft Teams, and managing mobile device data in litigation. Sessions will also cover current case law, strategic approaches to e-discovery, and the ethical implications of emerging technologies.
Attendees can look forward to networking opportunities, including receptions and roundtable discussions, as well as an expo featuring leading e-discovery service and technology providers. Notable speakers include Dawson Horn, President and Co-Founder of the Network for Excellence in Legal Technology, and Judge Paul Grimm, who will discuss the intersection of truth, technology, and the integrity of the legal record.
This conference is ideal for legal professionals, including attorneys, paralegals, litigation support specialists, and legal technologists, seeking to enhance their understanding of e-discovery and stay abreast of technological advancements in the field.
Speakers(17)
Chad Roberts
Founder and Discovery Counsel at eDiscovery CoCounsel, pllc
Chad S. Roberts is the Founder and Discovery Counsel at eDiscovery CoCounsel, pllc, focusing on discovery motion practice, information governance, and analytics. He has over 20 years of experience representing consumers in complex litigation.
Cristin Traylor
Senior Director, AI Transformation & Law Firm Strategy at Relativity
Cristin K. Traylor is the Senior Director of AI Transformation & Law Firm Strategy at Relativity, advising on AI in e-Discovery and legal data intelligence. She previously worked as Discovery Counsel at McGuireWoods LLP and is a member of the Sedona Conference Working Group 1.
David Gaston
CAIO | Lead Technology Counsel at National Labor Relations Board
David K. Gaston is the Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer and Lead Technology Counsel at the NLRB, leading agency-wide strategy on AI and eDiscovery. He is recognized for his leadership at the intersection of law and technology.
David Horrigan
Discovery Counsel and Legal Education Director at Relativity
David Horrigan is Relativity’s Discovery Counsel and Legal Education Director, as well as an adjunct professor of law at Duquesne University. He is an attorney, award-winning journalist, and former e-discovery industry analyst.
Dawson Horn
President & CoFounder at Network for Excellence in Legal Technology (NExT)
Dawson Horn is the President and CoFounder of NExT, focusing on legal tech innovation and inclusive excellence. He previously served as Vice President, Associate General Counsel at AIG, managing corporate litigation and eDiscovery matters.
Esther Birnbaum
Executive Vice President of Data Intelligence at HaystackID
Esther Birnbaum is the EVP of Data Intelligence at HaystackID, with a background in eDiscovery and AI-driven workflows. She previously served as Associate General Counsel at Interactive Brokers LLC, pioneering AI-driven workflows in financial services litigation support.
Jeremy Burdge
Chief Operating Officer – Americas HL LegalTech at Eltemate, Hogan Lovells’ LegalTech Company
Jeremy Burdge is the COO of Eltemate, Hogan Lovells’ legal technology company, leading a team focused on AI, automation, and data-driven legal services. He specializes in designing technology-enabled strategies for complex legal disputes and regulatory matters.
Kelly Mickelson
Head of Legal Operations at Mars, Inc.
Kelly Mickelson is the Head of Legal Operations at Mars, Inc., overseeing technology, outside counsel/vendor management, litigation support, budgets, data & insights, IP operations, compliance operations, and communications. She has 20 years of experience in technology and project management.
Kelly Twigger
Principal, CEO and Founder at ESI Attorneys, Minerva26
Kelly Twigger is the Principal of ESI Attorneys and CEO of Minerva26, focusing on eDiscovery and information law. She has over two decades of experience as discovery counsel and strategist, helping teams navigate complex, data-heavy litigation.
Maribel Rivera
VP, Strategy and Client Engagement at Association of Certified E-Discovery Specialists (ACEDS)
Maribel Rivera is the VP of Strategy and Client Engagement at ACEDS, responsible for local chapter, membership, event management, and strategic partner engagement. She is a frequent speaker on marketing and diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Matthew Rasmussen
Founder & CEO at ModeOne Technologies
Matthew Rasmussen is the Founder & CEO of ModeOne Technologies, pioneering remote smartphone solutions for targeted data extraction. He has over two decades of eDiscovery experience, transforming approaches to complex legal matters.
Michael Quartararo
President at Association of Certified E-Discovery Specialists (ACEDS)
Michael Quartararo is the President of ACEDS, the leading organization for training and certification in e-discovery. He has over 25 years of experience training legal professionals and is the author of 'Project Management in Electronic Discovery'.
Mike Gaudet
Senior Managing Director at J.S. Held LLC
Mike Gaudet is a Senior Managing Director at J.S. Held’s Global Investigations practice, specializing in Digital Investigations & Discovery. He has over 20 years of experience providing solutions related to data discovery and governance challenges.
Nima Adabi
Partner at Kirkland & Ellis
Nima Adabi is a litigation partner at Kirkland & Ellis with extensive experience in eDiscovery, AI, information governance, and cyber incident response. He has served as lead discovery counsel for various matters, including intellectual property and product liability cases.
Sandra Metallo-Barragan
eDiscovery Counsel at Proskauer Rose LLP
Sandra Metallo-Barragan is eDiscovery Counsel at Proskauer Rose LLP, specializing in electronic discovery and information governance. She is a member of the Sedona Conference’s Working Group Leadership Council and has extensive experience in eDiscovery.
Scott Cohen
Executive Vice President at Lineal
Scott Cohen is the EVP at Lineal, specializing in electronic discovery, complex data analytics, and litigation readiness. He has advised on eDiscovery best practices and legal cost control, with prior roles at Winston & Strawn LLP and Proskauer Rose.
Sharika de Freitas
VP Legal Ops & Automation at Madison Square Garden Entertainment
Sharika de Freitas is the VP of Legal Ops & Automation at Madison Square Garden Entertainment, with over 20 years of experience in legal technology. She has guided teams through the design and implementation of transformative legal systems and processes.
Event Details
- Date
- February 24-26, 2026
- 3 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Gainesville, United States
- University of Florida Levin College of Law
- Pricing
- Free for virtual; in-person varies
- Audience
- Legal professionals, technologists, scholars
- CLE Credits
- 740 minutes of CLE credit approved in 13 jurisdictions: AK, AZ, CT, DC, FL, HI, MD, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, and SD.
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