The Sedona Conference Working Group 11 Midyear Meeting 2026

The Sedona Conference Working Group 11 Midyear Meeting 2026

Join HaystackID® at The Sedona Conference Working Group 11 (WG11) Midyear Meeting. Focused on Data Security and Privacy Liability, the meeting brings together industry leaders to advance discussions on emerging cyber risks, data breach litigation, privacy disclosures, and evolving regulatory requirements. Through collaborative dialogue and review of developing commentaries, attendees will explore practical approaches to addressing complex privacy and data security challenges, including the responsible use of personal data, cross-border considerations, and emerging legal obligations.

Expert Presentations

Mechanisms and Approaches for Achieving Efficient and Effective Discovery in Data Breach Litigation
Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 10:30am CDT

A panel of drafting team members will lead a dialogue on their draft Commentary regarding informal discovery mechanisms that may facilitate efficiencies for the parties and the court in data breach litigation. The draft Commentary – and the dialogue during this session – will also focus on certain questions that consistently arise at the outset of data breach litigation: Was the named plaintiff actually affected by the data breach, and, if so, what data elements were involved and do they align with the alleged harm(s)? Is CAFA or personal jurisdiction proper? Are there issues related to arbitration agreements? Lastly, what of asymmetrical information access, given that plaintiff’s knowledge may be limited to publicly available information?

+ Kate Baxter-Kauf, Lockridge Grindal Nauen
+ Starr Turner Drum, Polsinelli
+ Anya Korolyov, HaystackID
+ Sean Topping, Norton Rose Fulbright
+ Martin T. Tully, Redgrave
+ Jonathan M. Wilan (M), Sidley Austin

Practical Privacy Disclosures
Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 3:45pm CDT

A panel of brainstorming group members will lead a dialogue on their outline that addresses (1) whether there are potential frameworks for privacy statutes that require privacy policies to be both comprehensive and genuinely intelligible to the public, and (2) whether such potential frameworks should be addressed in a Commentary by WG11.

+ Chris Cronin, HALOCK Security Labs
+ Colman McCarthy, Shook, Hardy & Bacon
+ Christopher Wall, HaystackID
+ Jon Wilson (M), Shook, Hardy & Bacon

Responsible Use of Personal Data
Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 9:00am CDT

In a special crossover session, a panel of WG6 (International Electronic Information Management, Discovery, and Disclosure) brainstorming group members will lead a dialogue on their outline that explores principles, frameworks, and practical guidance that a prospective drafting team can prepare to support defensible, risk-based decision-making regarding how personal data is used throughout its lifecycle – particularly in contexts such as cross-border data transfers in connection with litigation, investigations, cybersecurity incident response, analytics, and artificial intelligence.

+ Emily Ann Dorner, Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer
+ Jerami D. Kemnitz (M), Littler Mendelson
+ Anya Korolyov, HaystackID
+ Hon. Michelle Pettit, U.S. District Court, Southern District of California

Event Details

+ Date: October 20-21, 2026
+ Venue: The Roosevelt New Orleans
+ Location: New Orleans, LA

Learn more about The Sedona Conference Working Group 11 Midyear Meeting 2026.

Strengthen Cyber Incident Response with HaystackID® Cybersecurity Services

As The Sedona Conference Working Group 11 Midyear Meeting brings together legal, privacy, and cybersecurity professionals to address evolving data security challenges, privacy liability, and regulatory obligations, HaystackID® Cybersecurity Services deliver comprehensive incident response, digital forensics, threat analysis, and breach investigation capabilities to help organizations contain threats, preserve evidence, and support defensible legal and regulatory outcomes. By combining deep forensic expertise with scalable discovery and data intelligence solutions, HaystackID empowers legal and cybersecurity teams to navigate complex cyber incidents with confidence. Connect with our team during the event to learn how HaystackID can help your organization reduce risk, accelerate investigations, and strengthen cyber resilience.

At HaystackID, we are committed to fostering a safe and respectful environment for all event participants. We stand firmly against all forms of inappropriate behavior. As part of our dedication to ensuring a harassment-free experience, we actively support and adhere to the principles outlined by the American Sociological Association (ASA) Working Group on Harassment and the National Sexual Violence Resource Center (NSVRC) Employer’s Pledge. We encourage open dialogue, immediate reporting of misconduct, and strict adherence to our corporate responsibility efforts to protect our community’s integrity and well-being. Together, let us create a welcoming and safe environment for all.

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