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LegalTechTalk 2025
2025-06-26 - 2025-06-27 | Intercontinental O2, One Waterview Drive, Greenwich Peninsula, SE10 0TW, London, United Kingdom
LegalTechTalk 2025
The legal industry is undergoing a major shift. Emerging technologies like AI, automation, and advanced analytics are no longer optional—they’re redefining how legal work gets done. From evolving client expectations to the growing complexity of data and compliance demands, the pace of change is accelerating like never before.
Legal is changing rapidly. Are you keeping up?
HaystackID® is sponsoring LegalTechTalk 2025, Europe’s leading event for legal transformation. This year’s program features over 300 speakers from across the industry, offering insights and practical guidance across six dynamic stages. With full access to every session, attendees will explore bold ideas, innovative tools, and transformative strategies shaping the future of law.
Expert Presentation
Navigating Emerging Data Sources in E-Discovery & Investigations
Thursday, June 26, 3:30pm BST
The landscape of e-discovery and investigations is rapidly evolving with the rise of new data sources, and the ability to access, collect, and analyse these emerging data sources presents both challenges and opportunities for legal teams. This session will explore the strategies for effectively managing and incorporating new types of data into e-discovery and investigation processes. Topics will include:

Identifying emerging data sources in E-Discovery and managing new types of data in the context of legal investigations
Ensuring security and compliance in the use of emerging data, in line with global data privacy regulations
Utilising AI, machine learning, and other advanced tools to manage, analyse, and extract insights from large and complex datasets

+ Tom Makin (M), Simmons & Simmons
+ Bryant Isbell, Baker McKenzie
+ Christina Zachariasen, A&O Shearman
+ Jeffrey Shapiro, EY
+ Michael Sarlo, HaystackID
Event Details
Be part of the platform that’s redefining what’s possible in legal.
+ Date: June 26-27, 2025
+ Venue: Intercontinental O2
+ Location: London, UK
Learn more and register for LegalTechTalk 2025.
Your Future of eDiscovery Starts Today
Take control of your legal workflows with HaystackID® CoreFlex™, the advanced, cloud-native interface built for today’s eDiscovery demands. Designed for law firms, corporations, and agencies, CoreFlex streamlines operations, enhances compliance, and boosts efficiency—all in one secure platform. With built-in automation, real-time analytics, and flexible support options, your team can move faster and smarter. Discover a future-proof solution that adapts to your needs—start with CoreFlex today. Connect with our experts about LegalTechTalk 2025 at booth S30, or schedule time with us to learn more.

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.
Assisted by GAI and LLM technologies.

2025 International Data Law Forum (IDLF)
2025-07-17 - 2025-07-18 | The Westin Grand Berlin, Friedrichstraße 158-164, Berlin, 10117, Germany
2025 International Data Law Forum (IDLF)
As organizations collect, store, and transfer more data across borders, legal frameworks worldwide are undergoing unprecedented transformation. From the European Union’s evolving AI Act and Digital Services Act to sweeping updates in U.S. state and federal privacy regulations, the global data protection landscape is being reshaped rapidly. Legal and compliance professionals must now balance innovation with accountability while keeping pace with legal mandates that differ dramatically across jurisdictions.
HaystackID® is sponsoring the second annual International Data Law Forum (IDLF), a premier global event dedicated to the practical realities of navigating international data laws and regulations. This year’s event brings together a distinguished faculty of European and U.S. regulators, judges, legal scholars, and industry leaders in privacy, law, and technology.
Expert Presentation
Diversity Under Pressure: Implementing an Effective DEI Program for the Cross-Border Legal Team (DEI)
Thursday, July 17, 2025, 2:45pm-3:45pm CET
The practical business benefits of a diverse legal team in a global market are well recognized. But “diversity” varies by region, and what may be mandated in one location may be prohibited in another. Gathering data necessarily involves sensitive personal data. Our panel of experts will provide guidance on compliant data handling and program management to steer us through this politically charged area.
+ Julia Viohl, Littler Global
+ Victoria McCloud, Retired Judge
+ Vazantha Meyers, HaystackID
+ Sachiko Scheuing, Acxiom
Event Details
+ Date: July 17-18, 2025
+ Venue: The Westin Grand Berlin
+ Location: Berlin, Germany
Learn more about the International Data Law Forum.
Turn Privacy Risk into Business Value
HaystackID helps you stay compliant, secure, and operationally efficient even in the face of shifting regulations. By taking a pragmatic risk-based approach, our Advisory Services group helps our clients maintain individuals’ privacy rights and preserve data integrity. Connect with our experts at the IDLF on how your organization can benefit from our tailored expertise and solutions, or book time with us to learn more.

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.
Assisted by GAI and LLM technologies.

2025 Masters Conference New York
2025-07-22 - 2025-07-23 | Morgan Lewis, 101 Park Ave., New York, NY, 10178-0060, United States
2025 Masters Conference New York
Today’s legal landscape is anything but static. From the relentless pace of data growth to evolving regulatory expectations, professionals in legal, compliance, and technology roles are tasked with solving increasingly complex problems. Whether it’s maneuvering the intricacies of eDiscovery, implementing trustworthy AI to optimize operations, or managing large-scale legal projects, conducting forensic investigations, or mitigating cybersecurity risks, the challenges are wide-ranging and high-stakes. Add to that the growing importance of data governance and knowledge management, and the demand for cross-functional expertise has never been greater.
In the face of these dynamic pressures, collaboration is essential. These conversations are especially critical as organizations adopt new technologies and respond to increasingly sophisticated threats and compliance obligations. HaystackID® is sponsoring the 2025 Masters Conference New York, a boutique event designed to bring together thought leaders and practitioners for a day of meaningful discussion and connection. The one-day event will feature keynote addresses, interactive panels, hands-on workshops, and networking opportunities all tailored to address the most pressing issues facing legal professionals today.
Expert Presentations
False Faces, True Evidence: Unmasking Deepfakes with Digital Forensics
July 22, 2025, 8:30am-9:30am EDT
When digital deception turns personal, clients suffer. Whether it’s a deepfake video used to manipulate a negotiation, a synthetic audio clip damaging a professional reputation, or doctored evidence submitted in litigation, the rise of deepfakes poses a direct threat to justice and due process. This session explores how deepfakes are already harming clients, individuals, and corporations alike, and what legal professionals must do to identify, challenge, and prevent manipulated media from influencing cases.
Led by John Wilson, a digital forensics expert, this presentation unpacks the technical tools and investigative techniques that can expose falsified content, and it offers actionable steps for preserving evidentiary integrity. Attendees will gain insight into the legal implications of AI-generated media and how to protect their clients when truth itself is under attack.
+ John Wilson (M), HaystackID
+ Peter Tsai, Seyfarth Shaw LLP
+ Jerry Bui, Right Forensics
+ Alexandria Lutz, Nordstrom, Inc.

Demystifying GenAI: What Legal Teams Really Need to Know
July 23, 2025, 11:00am-12:00pm EDT
In just two years, Generative AI has gone from a buzzword to a business imperative in eDiscovery and legal tech. Yet many professionals—both legal and technical—are still navigating outdated assumptions rooted in legacy TAR and traditional machine learning. This panel cuts through the hype to offer a clear, accessible breakdown of how GenAI tools really work, what they can (and can’t) do, and how to talk about them with confidence. Whether you’re fielding questions from clients, collaborating with internal teams, or shaping your firm’s AI strategy, you’ll walk away with the language, frameworks, and practical insight to lead the conversation.
+ Elizabeth Gary (M), Morgan Lewis & Bockius LLP
+ Aaron Crews, Holland & Knight
+ Esther Birnbaum, HaystackID
+ Anthony Laney, Venio Systems, Inc.
+ Jim Sullivan, eDiscovery AI

Event Details
Join our peers in engaging in timely conversations on how our community can move forward, together.
+ Date: July 22-23, 2025
+ Venue: Morgan Lewis
+ Location: New York, NY
Doors open at 8:00 a.m. Learn more and register for the 2025 Masters Conference New York.
Your Future of eDiscovery Starts Today
Take control of your legal workflows with HaystackID® CoreFlex™, the advanced, cloud-native interface built for today’s eDiscovery demands. Designed for law firms, corporations, and agencies, CoreFlex streamlines operations, enhances compliance, and boosts efficiency—all in one secure platform. With built-in automation, real-time analytics, and flexible support options, your team can move faster and smarter. Discover a future-proof solution that adapts to your needs—start with CoreFlex today. Connect with our experts about the 2025 Masters Conference New York, or schedule time with us to learn more.

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.
Assisted by GAI and LLM technologies.

National Association of Women Lawyers 2025 Annual Meeting
2025-07-23 - 2025-07-24 | Hilton Chicago, 720 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60605, United States
National Association of Women Lawyers 2025 Annual Meeting
The National Association of Women Lawyers (NAWL) Annual Meeting represents the organization’s flagship event, bringing together legal professionals from across the nation for a comprehensive conference experience that extends far beyond traditional networking. Sponsored by HaystackID®, this year’s meeting emphasizes relationship-building through carefully curated activities, including small-group dine-arounds, facilitated receptions, and interactive break sessions designed to foster meaningful connections that endure long after the conference concludes.
The event showcases NAWL’s commitment to celebrating the remarkable achievements of women in law while providing a platform for community building within its national network. The conference agenda demonstrates NAWL’s dedication to addressing contemporary legal challenges and social justice issues through its diverse programming. Professional development remains central to the Annual Meeting’s mission, with concurrent workshops offering a “Choose Your Own Adventure” approach, covering critical topics such as leadership integrity, effective communication strategies, and AI governance in legal practice.
Event Details
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how NAWL is advancing women’s leadership in the legal profession.
+ Date: July 23-July 24, 2025
+ Venue: Hilton Chicago
+ Location: Chicago, IL
Learn more and register for the upcoming event.
Your eDiscovery Evolution Begins Now
Legal teams are drowning in data while racing against impossible deadlines. HaystackID CoreFlex™ isn’t just another eDiscovery platform; it’s your competitive edge wrapped in cloud-native architecture that understands how legal professionals work. Whether you’re defending a Fortune 500 corporation, managing multi-jurisdictional litigation, or navigating regulatory investigations, CoreFlex transforms overwhelming complexity into streamlined precision. Ready to leave outdated workflows behind? Connect with our experts at the NAWL Annual Meeting, or schedule a conversation to learn more.

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.
Assisted by GAI and LLM technologies.

CTRL ALT Defend
2025-07-31 12:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | HaystackID Chicago Office, 200 W Jackson Blvd, Suite 250, Chicago, IL, 60606, United States
CTRL ALT Defend
The digital battlefield has fundamentally shifted, leaving many organizations armed with outdated weapons against emerging threats. While executives still debate perimeter defenses, sophisticated attackers are already inside the gates, exploiting zero-day vulnerabilities and using AI to accelerate their campaigns. Privacy regulations now carry billion-dollar penalties, transforming compliance from a checkbox exercise into a business-critical requirement that can destroy entire enterprises. The investigators who once relied on static forensics tools now find themselves chasing ephemeral cloud traces and encrypted communications that vanish faster than they can be captured. In this new reality, the leaders who adapt their strategies to match the pace of technological change will thrive.
CTRL ALT Defend is where bold ideas meet real solutions. This dynamic micro conference, sponsored by HaystackID®, brings together top voices in cybersecurity, privacy, and digital investigations for a day of insight, inspiration, and industry connection. The agenda features a TED Talk-style speaker series, a networking happy hour, and an optional behind-the-scenes tour of HaystackID’s office.
Event Details
CTRL ALT Defend is a chance to reset your perspective, rethink your strategy, and reconnect with leaders shaping the future of security.
+ Date: Thursday, July 31, 2025
+ Time: 12-6 PM CDT (Program), 6-8 PM CDT (Happy Hour)
+ Location: 200 West Jackson Boulevard, Suite 250, Chicago, IL 60606
Be part of the conversation shaping the future of digital defense. Use this link to contact our team to reserve your spot.
Digital Investigations Are More Complex Than Ever. Are You READI?
Today’s distributed work environment has rendered traditional on-site forensics obsolete when threats spread rapidly across cloud platforms and remote devices. HaystackID’s Remote Endpoint Analysis and Data Intelligence (READI™) Suite bridges this gap by enabling immediate data triage and extraction across diverse operating systems, cloud services, and email platforms without requiring physical presence. Organizations can now maintain forensic integrity while dramatically reducing response times, ensuring that tomorrow’s sophisticated attacks don’t exploit yesterday’s procedural limitations. Talk to our experts at CTRL ALT Defend to learn more, or book time with us.

[Webcast] Detecting the Undetectable: Deepfakes Under the Digital Forensic Microscope
2025-08-06 11:00 - 12:00 | Virtual, United States
[Webcast] Detecting the Undetectable: Deepfakes Under the Digital Forensic Microscope
Deepfakes—hyper-realistic synthetic media generated by AI—are no longer fringe phenomena. From fake video evidence in litigation to impersonation in financial fraud and disinformation campaigns, the impact is real and growing. During this upcoming HaystackID® webcast, leading professionals will dig into the risk posed by deepfakes to truth, trust, and digital integrity and how digital forensic experts can identify, analyze, and combat deepfakes in legal and investigative contexts.
The speakers will discuss:

What constitutes a deepfake and an overview of synthetic media, GANs (Generative Adversarial Networks), and their evolution.
Practical signs and metadata anomalies that may indicate deepfake manipulation.
How digital investigators can use detection techniques, such as AI-powered tools, to identify deepfakes.
How to ensure authenticity and admissibility in court when digital manipulation is suspected.

Webcast Details
Join leading experts as they walk through real-world case studies, technical methodologies, and evolving detection techniques that help separate fact from fiction in today’s altered reality.
+ Date: Wednesday, August 6, 2025
+ Time: 11 AM CDT / 12 PM EDT
+ Registration Link

Expert Panelists
+ John Wilson, ACE, AME, CBE
Chief Information Security Officer and President of Forensics, HaystackID
As Chief Information Security Officer and President of Forensics at HaystackID, John provides consulting and forensic services to help companies address various matters related to electronic discovery and computer forensics, including leading forensic investigations, cryptocurrency investigations, and ensuring proper preservation of evidence items and chain of custody. He regularly develops forensic workflows and processes for clients ranging from major financial institutions to governmental departments, including Fortune 500 companies and Am Law 100 law firms.

+Todd Tabor
Vice President of PMO, Forensics
In 2021, Todd Tabor joined HaystackID and is currently the Vice President of PMO, Forensics. In this role, he is responsible for the identification, hiring, training, and development of HaystackID’s Forensic Project Management Team as well as developing the processes and procedures of that team. Prior to joining HaystackID, Todd was the Executive Vice President of Operations for Veristar.

+ Rene Novoa, CCLO, CCPA, CJED
Vice President of Forensics, HaystackID
As Vice President of Forensics for HaystackID, Rene Novoa has more than 20 years of technology experience conducting data recovery, digital forensics, eDiscovery, and account management and sales activities. During this time, Rene has performed investigations in both civil and criminal matters and has directly provided litigation support and forensic analysis for seven years. Rene has regularly worked with ICAC, HTCIA, IACIS, and other regional task forces supporting State Law Enforcement Division accounts and users in his most recent forensic leadership roles.

About HaystackID®
HaystackID solves complex data challenges related to legal, compliance, regulatory, and cyber events. Core offerings include Global Advisory, Data Discovery Intelligence, HaystackID Core® Platform, and AI-enhanced Global Managed Review powered by its proprietary platform, ReviewRight®. Repeatedly recognized as one of the world’s most trusted legal industry providers by prestigious publishers such as Chambers, Gartner, IDC, and Legaltech News, HaystackID implements innovative cyber discovery, enterprise solutions, and legal and compliance offerings to leading companies and legal practices around the world. HaystackID offers highly curated and customized offerings while prioritizing security, privacy, and integrity. For more information about how HaystackID can help solve unique legal enterprise needs, please visit HaystackID.com.
Assisted by GAI and LLM technologies.
Source: HaystackID

ILTACON 2025
2025-08-10 - 2025-08-14 | Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center, 201 Waterfront Street, National Harbor, MD, 20745, United States
ILTACON 2025
Legal operations teams are being asked to simplify the complex by bringing structure to scattered processes, clarity to growing data sets, and consistency across legal services. Doing so requires participating in timely and critical conversations with fellow industry leaders and peers.
ILTACON is where legal professionals come together to tackle these challenges. Hosted by the International Legal Technology Association, the event features over 80 sessions shaped by industry input and delivered by practitioners who have firsthand knowledge of the work. Sponsored by HaystackID®, ILTACON 2025 offers direct, practical takeaways and opportunities to connect with peers and providers both in the exhibit hall and through interactive sessions.
Event Details
Engage with the legal community and support thoughtful discussions around advancing legal operations and technology at ILTACON 2025.
+ Date: August 10-14, 2025
+ Venue: Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center
+ Location: National Harbor, MD
Learn more about ILTACON 2025.
Conquer Legal Operations Challenges with a Smarter, More Unified Approach
Manage eDiscovery workflows on your terms. Connect with our experts at booth #1201 during ILTACON 2025 to learn how CoreFlex™ gives your team control, clarity, and confidence, or schedule a meeting with us to discover more.

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.
Assisted by GAI and LLM technologies.

Corporate Legal Day 2025
2025-08-13 | Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center, 201 Waterfront Street, National Harbor, MD, 20745, United States
Corporate Legal Day 2025
Legal departments are handling data volumes that have grown exponentially while operating with the same fragmented, manual processes they used years ago. What once took hours now takes days, and what used to be manageable has become a logistical nightmare that consumes resources without delivering proportional value. At the same time, executives are demanding faster results and clearer justification for every technology dollar spent. This gap between what legal teams need to accomplish and what their current tools enable is widening rapidly, making it essential to rethink how technology could better support your legal department.
Join HaystackID® at Corporate Legal Day at ILTACON 2025. Corporate Legal Day is a fully interactive experience designed to challenge assumptions, spark ideas, and equip you with practical tools for change. The day starts by expanding what you think is achievable—exploring ideas that push beyond incremental improvements and examining how technology could actually transform your legal operations. After lunch, attendees switch perspectives completely: you’ll step into the shoes of law firm innovation leaders through hands-on collaboration exercises that reveal insights you can’t get from presentations alone. The afternoon focuses on execution: building bulletproof business cases that address ROI concerns, navigate organizational resistance, and bridge the gap between promising concepts and implemented solutions. You won’t spend the day taking notes—you’ll spend it actively developing the strategies and justifications you need to drive real change in your department.
Event Details
+ Date: August 13, 2025
+ Venue: Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center
+ Location: National Harbor, MD
If you’re interested in attending, please reach out directly to ILTA.
Take Control of Your Legal Operations
Your eDiscovery workflows shouldn’t dictate how your team operates; you should. Too many legal departments find themselves having to constantly adapt to platform limitations instead of focusing on strategic outcomes. CoreFlex™ flips that dynamic by putting operational decisions back in your hands. Stop by Booth #1201 during ILTACON 2025 to connect with our team on how leading legal teams are streamlining cross-platform management, automating routine tasks that drain resources, and gaining the real-time visibility they need to make informed decisions quickly, or book time with us to learn more.

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.

Assisted by GAI and LLM technologies.

[EDRM Workshop] Building eDiscovery Expertise: Where Education Begins—and Never Ends
2025-08-20 11:00 - 12:00 | Virtual, United States
[EDRM Workshop] Building eDiscovery Expertise: Where Education Begins—and Never Ends

By HaystackID Staff

In a discipline as dynamic as eDiscovery, expertise isn’t just earned once—it’s continuously built. But what does it really mean to be “educated” in eDiscovery, and how do professionals at different stages of their careers acquire and maintain the knowledge they need to stay effective?
This upcoming EDRM workshop, sponsored by HaystackID®, will explore the core elements of eDiscovery education, from formal learning and workplace experience to the role of CLEs, webcasts, panels, and independent study. Leading industry experts will share the go-to sources they rely on to stay sharp—case law, research, vendor updates, and more—and discuss which upskilling methods are most in demand today.
Whether you’re new to the field or guiding a team through professional development, you’ll gain actionable strategies to support continuous learning and long-term growth.
+ Date: Wednesday, August 20, 2025
Expert Panelists
+ Ryan Costello
Senior Managing Director, Advisory Services, HaystackID
Ryan Costello is HaystackID’s Senior Managing Director of Advisory Services. Having worked across diverse locales such as Washington, D.C., Rome, Brussels, and Dublin, Costello is bringing his global perspective to help HaystackID’s clients maneuver this changing terrain, from how to best use emerging new technologies to ensuring their data is secure. Ryan began his career as an independent law professional, working with Project Counsel and Project Counsel Media before taking on Prosearch’s privacy accountabilities as Engagement Director and Head of Data Privacy Services. Ryan earned his JD in English and Journalism at Elon University and his JD from the New England School of Law. He holds the CIPP for the US and the EU, as well as the management certificate, CIPM.

+ David Horrigan

Discovery Counsel & Legal Education Director, Relativity
David Horrigan is Relativity’s discovery counsel and legal education director. An attorney, award-winning journalist, law school guest lecturer, and former e-discovery industry analyst, he has served as counsel at the Entertainment Software Association, reporter and assistant editor at The National Law Journal, and analyst and counsel at 451 Research. The author and co-author of law review articles as well as the annual Data Discovery Legal Year in Review, David is a frequent contributor to Legaltech News, and he was First Runner-Up for Best Legal Analysis in the LexBlog Excellence Awards. His articles have appeared also in The American Lawyer, Corporate Counsel, The New York Law Journal, Texas Lawyer, The Washington Examiner, and others, and he has been cited by media, including American Public Media’s Marketplace, TechRepublic, and The Wall Street Journal. Horrigan serves on the Global Advisory Board of ACEDS, the Planning Committee of the University of Florida E-Discovery Conference, and the Resource Board of the National Association of Women Judges. He is licensed to practice law in the District of Columbia, and he is an IAPP Certified Information Privacy Professional/US.

+ Mary Mack
CEO, Chief Legal Technologist, EDRM
Mary Mack leads the EDRM, a project-based organization, and is the former Executive Director of a certification organization. Mack is known for her skills in relationship and community building as well as for the depth of her eDiscovery knowledge. Frequently sought out by media for comment on industry issues, and by conference organizers to participate, moderate a panel, lead a workshop or deliver a keynote. Mack is the author of A Process of Illumination: The Practical Guide to Electronic Discovery, considered by many to be the first popular book on eDiscovery. She is the co-editor of the Thomson Reuters West Treatise: eDiscovery for Corporate Counsel. Mack was also recently honored to be included in the book; 100 Fascinating Females Fighting Cyber Crime published by Cyber Ventures in May 2019. Mack has been certified in data forensics and telephony. Mack’s security certifications include the CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) and the CIAM, Certified Identity and Access Manager.

+ Tom O’Connor

Director, Gulf Coast Legal Technology Center
Tom O’Connor, a nationally known consultant, speaker and writer in the area of computerized litigation support systems, is a New England native who graduated from The Johns Hopkins University in 1972 with a BA in Political Science. After attending law school for one year at the University of Notre Dame, Tom returned to Baltimore and undertook a career as a paralegal specializing in complex litigation. He later earned a J.D. at an evening law school program. Tom’s consulting experience is primarily in complex litigation matters, where he has worked with firms of all sizes, most recently the Plaintiffs in the BP litigation. He has also been appointed as a technical consultant by various federal and state courts on cases dealing with large amounts of electronic evidence. Tom is a frequent lecturer on the subject of legal technology and is also a prolific writer, with numerous articles in legal publications and several books, most recently the self-published “EDiscovery for The Rest of Us”.

+ Mary Bennett [Moderator]
Senior Director, Content Marketing, HaystackID; Senior Director, Content and Community Initiatives, EDRM
Mary Bennett, HaystackID’s Director of Content Marketing, focuses on the power of storytelling to educate the legal technology industry on pressing issues impacting practitioners. With nearly 10 years of content marketing experience, Bennett joined HaystackID after working at an agency to help B2B tech startups grow their marketing engines through content that drove audiences through the marketing funnel. Before her agency experience, Bennett worked at Chicago-based Relativity as a Senior Producer on the Brand Programs team. She was a founding member, host, and producer of Relativity’s Stellar Women program and producer of the company’s documentary series, On the Merits. In her role, Bennett crafted and socialized important stories that elevated the eDiscovery community and illustrated technology’s potential to make a substantial impact.

About EDRM
Empowering the global leaders of e-discovery, the Electronic Discovery Reference Model (EDRM) creates practical global resources to improve e-discovery, privacy, security, and information governance. Since 2005, EDRM has delivered leadership, standards, tools, guides, and test datasets to strengthen best practices throughout the world. EDRM has an international presence in 145 countries, spanning 6 continents. EDRM provides an innovative support infrastructure for individuals, law firms, corporations, and government organizations seeking to improve the practice and provision of data and legal discovery with 19 active projects.
About HaystackID®
HaystackID® solves complex data challenges related to legal, compliance, regulatory, and cyber requirements. Core offerings include Global Advisory, Cybersecurity, Core Intelligence AI™, and ReviewRight® Global Managed Review, supported by its unified CoreFlex™ service interface. Recognized globally by industry leaders, including Chambers, Gartner, IDC, and Legaltech News, HaystackID helps corporations and legal practices manage data gravity, where information demands action, and workflow gravity, where critical requirements demand coordinated expertise, delivering innovative solutions with a continual focus on security, privacy, and integrity. Learn more at HaystackID.com.
Assisted by GAI and LLM technologies.
Source: HaystackID

The Operational Transformation of Digital Forensics: #DataUnmasked ACEDS Expert Discussion with HaystackID’s Todd Tabor
2025-08-28 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual, United States
The Operational Transformation of Digital Forensics: #DataUnmasked ACEDS Expert Discussion with HaystackID’s Todd Tabor
By HaystackID Staff
Digital forensics has moved beyond recovering deleted files from hard drives. Current investigations cross international borders, require synthetic media detection, and need teams capable of handling technical complexity alongside human sensitivity. Running a global forensics practice—maintaining quality, building trust, and adapting to new threats—requires technical knowledge combined with operational discipline.
Todd Tabor, Senior Vice President of Forensics at HaystackID®, has spent his career ensuring complex forensic operations function effectively without losing focus on the human factors that define this work. From crime scene investigations to corporate breach responses, Tabor has observed how advanced technology fails without proper processes, qualified people, and methods for building trust.
In the upcoming ACEDS #DataUnmasked livestream, Tabor will discuss his operational perspective on the field’s current challenges. He’ll examine how global forensics teams maintain consistency and quality across different jurisdictions and legal systems, and explain why the human aspects of sensitive investigations often outweigh technical tools. The discussion will cover emerging threats like deepfakes—detection methods, analysis techniques, and presenting findings that withstand courtroom scrutiny, while addressing the practical aspects of building trust when teams access highly personal digital information.
The discussion will focus on aspects of digital forensics beyond technical capabilities to examine the operational and human factors that determine success: scaling trust across global teams, why process discipline matters more in an AI-driven environment, and what’s required to build forensics capabilities that handle tomorrow’s threats while maintaining integrity standards.
+ Date: Thursday, August 28, 2025
+ Time: 11:00 AM EDT / 10:00 AM CDT
+ Livecast Viewing Streams*
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Explore Our Digital World with #DataUnmasked
With #DataUnmasked, ACEDS and HaystackID invite you to embark on an enlightening journey through the intricate maze of data. Our diverse discussions encompass relevant, real-time subjects ranging from the complexities of international eDiscovery to privacy and cybersecurity considerations for cross-border data transfers.
Join us each month as we peel back the layers of complexity and ‘unmask’ the world of data in our #DataUnmasked live stream.

Expert Panelists
+ Todd Tabor
Senior Vice President, Forensics
In 2021, Todd Tabor joined HaystackID and is currently the Vice President of PMO, Forensics. In this role, he is responsible for the identification, hiring, training, and development of HaystackID’s Forensic Project Management Team as well as developing the processes and procedures of that team. Prior to joining HaystackID, Todd was the Executive Vice President of Operations for Veristar.
+ Host: Michael Quartararo
President, ACEDS & Professional Development, ACEDS
As the president of ACEDS, Mike leads the organization and is responsible for the overall administrative and operational oversight of the organization, including program development, training and professional development, and strategic partnerships. Considered among the top legal technologists in the US, he has spent the last 20 years leveraging the power of technology to meet the current and emerging needs of organizations throughout the legal community. He is also the author of the 2016 book Project Management in Electronic Discovery and has been successfully consulting in information governance, e-discovery, project management and legal technology for all of his career, including 10-year stints at both Skadden Arps Slate Meagher & Flom LLP and Stroock & Stroock & Lavan LLP. For much of his career Mike has been training and educating lawyers and other legal professionals in the benefits of technology to the legal profession. A graduate of the State University of New York, he is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) and a Certified E-Discovery Specialist (CEDS). He frequently speaks and writes on e-discovery, legal operations, project management and technology topics. Mike is an avid foodie and enjoys cooking and reading when he isn’t focused on developing new policy initiatives and educational offerings.

About HaystackID®
HaystackID® solves complex data challenges related to legal, compliance, regulatory, and cyber requirements. Core offerings include Global Advisory, Cybersecurity, Core Intelligence AI™, and ReviewRight® Global Managed Review, supported by its unified CoreFlex™ service interface. Recognized globally by industry leaders, including Chambers, Gartner, IDC, and Legaltech News, HaystackID helps corporations and legal practices manage data gravity, where information demands action, and workflow gravity, where critical requirements demand coordinated expertise, delivering innovative solutions with a continual focus on security, privacy, and integrity. Learn more at HaystackID.com.
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Source: HaystackID

Running Legal Like a Business Conference 2025
2025-09-02 - 2025-09-05 | Fontainebleau Las Vegas, 2777 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV, 89109, United States
Running Legal Like a Business Conference 2025
Legal departments operate in a unique paradox. While businesses across all other functions have adopted operational excellence, measurement-driven decision-making, and strategic resource allocation, most legal teams continue to operate with outdated models that prioritize compliance over value creation. The symptoms are everywhere: budgets that expand without clear ROI metrics, technology investments that fail to deliver measurable improvements, resource allocation decisions made on intuition rather than data, and legal professionals stretched across initiatives without strategic prioritization. The result? Legal departments consume significant organizational resources while struggling to demonstrate their strategic value.
Learn how leading organizations have cracked the code at the Running Legal Like a Business (RLLB) Conference 2025. HaystackID® is sponsoring the event that brings together the brightest minds in legal operations to share the strategies, frameworks, and practical tools that separate high-performing legal departments from the rest.
Event Details
Join 700-plus members of the legal ecosystem for an intensive learning and networking experience designed for every stakeholder in modern legal operations.
+ Date: September 2-5, 2025
+ Venue: Fontainebleau Las Vegas
+ Location: Las Vegas, NV
Learn more about the RLLB Conference.
Drive Efficient Legal Operations with CoreFlex™
CoreFlex delivers the advanced, cloud-native eDiscovery interface that legal operations leaders have been waiting for. Built specifically to streamline workflows, optimize efficiency, and enhance compliance across law firms, corporations, and government agencies, CoreFlex eliminates the inefficiencies of fragmented platforms, giving you complete visibility and control over your legal data and discovery processes. Connect with our experts at the RLLB Conference, or book time with our experts to learn more.

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.
Assisted by GAI and LLM technologies.

2025 Exterro XChange
2025-09-09 - 2025-09-11 | Hyatt Regency Denver Tech Center, 7800 E Tufts Ave, Denver, CO, 80237, United States
2025 Exterro XChange
The intersection of eDiscovery, privacy, data governance, digital forensics, and cybersecurity compliance has created an intricate web of interconnected challenges that organizations must address with expertise and strategic planning. As data volumes explode and regulatory frameworks change at breakneck speed, legal tech professionals find themselves at the crossroads of multiple disciplines, each with its own technical requirements, compliance mandates, and risk profiles. The complexity deepens when considering cross-border data transfers under varying privacy regimes, such as the GDPR and the CCPA, and emerging state-level regulations, while simultaneously maintaining the integrity of digital evidence for litigation purposes and ensuring robust cybersecurity postures that don’t compromise investigative capabilities.
Successfully managing this multifaceted landscape requires technical proficiency and a holistic understanding of how data lifecycle management impacts everything from privilege reviews to breach response protocols. Join a vibrant community of professionals exchanging ideas, making connections, and acquiring new skills at Exterro XChange, sponsored by HaystackID®.
Expert Presentation
Breakout Session: Post-Breach Response and Investigation
September 10, 2025, 1:30-2:15pm MDT
In this session, discover how forensic review and investigative workflows can help you piece together information from multiple sources to gain a complete understanding of what happened and why. Learn how a thorough post-breach analysis not only informs immediate response but also mitigates future risk, improves incident readiness, and can help reduce regulatory penalties.
Whether you’re handling investigations internally or working with external partners, this session will give you practical strategies to drive more efficient, defensible post-incident reviews.
Key Takeaways:

Best practices for conducting forensic investigations after a breach
How to integrate and analyze data from multiple systems for a full-picture view
Steps to use findings for continuous improvement and future breach prevention

+ John Wilson, HaystackID
+ Justin Tolman, Exterro
+ Harsh Behl, Exterro
+ Matthew Petersen, Rockwell Automation
Event Details
Exterro XChange is where the intersection of legal technology, compliance, and data management comes alive through collaborative learning and industry expertise.
+ Date: September 9-11, 2025
+ Venue: Hyatt Regency Denver Tech Center
+ Location: Denver, Colorado
Learn more and register for Exterro XChange 2025.
Enterprise Data Challenges Demand Require Strategic Vision
HaystackID Global Advisory addresses the intricate web of interconnected challenges that organizations face when managing eDiscovery, privacy, data governance, digital forensics, and cybersecurity compliance requirements. With specialized practices in cyber discovery and incident response, privacy and compliance, information governance, and enterprise-managed solutions, we provide the holistic expertise needed to manage data lifecycle complexities across multiple regulatory frameworks. Let’s connect at Exterro XChange to discuss how we can help your organization navigate nuanced and complex challenges, or book time with us to learn more.

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.

Assisted by GAI and LLM technologies.

State Bar of Georgia’s 2025 Legal Technology Showcase
2025-09-09 | King & Spalding, 1180 Peachtree Street, NE, Suite 1600, Atlanta, GA, 30309, United States
State Bar of  Georgia’s 2025 Legal Technology Showcase
The State Bar of Georgia’s 2025 Legal Technology Showcase arrives at a pivotal moment for the legal profession. Artificial intelligence (AI) has moved from experimental curiosity to daily reality in law offices across the country, fundamentally changing how lawyers research cases, review documents, and serve clients. The showcase’s opening session on document review evolutions captures this transformation perfectly, examining how the profession has moved from armies of junior associates sifting through banker’s boxes to sophisticated AI systems that can analyze millions of documents in hours rather than months.
But technology adoption is only part of the story. The showcase tackles a more fundamental challenge: the growing skills gap that threatens to leave many practitioners behind. Join HaystackID® at the conference that will blend technical training with real-world application, from ethical considerations in government investigations to judicial panels where sitting judges share their experiences with courtroom technology.
Expert Presentation
Document Review Evolutions: Human Review vs. Predictive Coding vs. GenAI
September 9, 2025, at 8:45am-9:45am EDT
It will explore how document review strategies and technologies have progressed, and where GenAI fits into that evolution.
+ Tameca Brooks (M), S2|Data
+ Esther Birnbaum, HaystackID
+ Lea Bays, Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd
+ C. Dawn Martin, Robert Bosch LLC
+ Gregory Antine, King & Spalding LLP
Event Details
+ Date: September 9, 2025
+ Venue: King and Spalding LLC
+ Location: Atlanta, Georgia
Learn more and register for the State Bar of Georgia’s 2025 Legal Technology Showcase.
Find Your Smoking Gun in the Digital Haystack
While opposing counsel spends weeks buried in document review, HaystackID’s Core Intelligence AI Case Insight™ spots the critical players, pivotal moments, and game-changing evidence hiding in your case files. The AI does the heavy lifting, connecting dots between emails, flagging suspicious patterns, and mapping out timelines, so your team can focus on building the argument instead of hunting for needles. Connect with our team at the State Bar of Georgia’s 2025 Legal Technology Showcase, or schedule time with our experts.

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.

Assisted by GAI and LLM technologies.

Nuix XLR8/2025 London
2025-09-11 | Vision Hall, Bidborough St, London WC1H 9AU, United Kingdom
Nuix XLR8/25 London
Artificial intelligence (AI) acts as a force multiplier for legal expertise, enabling practitioners to process vast document repositories, analyze complex regulatory frameworks, and identify critical case precedents that would be impossible to review manually within realistic timeframes. By automating discovery processes and augmenting legal research with predictive analytics, AI frees up cognitive capacity for higher-order strategic thinking, client counseling, and courtroom advocacy. This technological leverage allows legal teams to tackle multifaceted matters across litigation, compliance, due diligence, and regulatory response with unprecedented speed and precision. The result is not just efficiency gains but entirely new approaches to legal service delivery that compress traditional review cycles from months to days while enhancing accuracy and comprehensiveness.
Explore how to best leverage AI in your legal practices with HaystackID® at Nuix XLR8/25 London. This half-day event will be chock-full of thought-provoking presentations, fresh perspectives, and opportunities to connect with peers who are actively shaping the future of business and technology. AI’s influence now permeates every business function, fundamentally reshaping strategy, operations, and decision-making processes. Join fellow senior leaders in exploring how AI empowers organizations to respond faster, make smarter decisions, and unlock transformative possibilities for growth.
Expert Presentation
Timing Matters: The Critical Factor in Investigations and Discovery
In investigations, data privacy, and discovery, when you act can be just as important as how you act. This panel explores how timing decisions from early in-place analysis to later targeted review shape cost, risk, and outcomes.
+ Warren Brugger (M), Nuix
+ Jonathan Flood, HaystackID
+ Hunter McMahon, iDiscovery Solutions
+ Steven Kennedy, Consilio
+ April Xiaozhou Li, Deloitte
Event Details
Hear from industry leaders about thriving in the age of AI and end the day with the Nuix XLR8/25 Gala Dinner, an evening of celebration, entertainment, and exceptional cuisine.
+ Date: September 11, 2025
+ Venue: Vision Hall
+ Location: London, England
Learn more about Nuix XLR8/25.
Connect with Our Experts at Nuix XLR8/25 London
Discover how Core Intelligence AI Case Insight™, our generative AI-powered matter intelligence engine, changes how legal and investigative teams approach electronically stored information. This robust suite of capabilities elevates every phase of the discovery and investigation process, moving beyond traditional early case assessment to deliver the practical functionality and advanced contextual analysis that modern legal teams demand. Chat with our experts at Nuix XLR8/25, or book time with us to learn more.

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.
Assisted by GAI and LLM technologies.

The Sedona Conference Working Group 13 Midyear Meeting 2025
2025-09-11 - 2025-09-12 | The Hyatt Regency Reston, 1800 Presidents St, Reston, VA, 20190, United States
The Sedona Conference Working Group 13 Midyear Meeting 2025
Artificial intelligence (A) is reshaping how legal systems operate, forcing courts, regulators, and lawmakers to grapple with questions that didn’t exist a decade ago. When algorithms make bail recommendations, when AI generates contracts, and when autonomous vehicles cause accidents, traditional legal frameworks struggle to keep pace. Who bears responsibility when a machine learning model exhibits bias? How do we ensure due process when decisions emerge from black-box algorithms?
The Sedona Conference Working Group 13 Midyear Meeting brings together legal practitioners, technologists, and policymakers to wrestle with these emerging challenges. Rather than offering easy answers, this gathering focuses on identifying the right questions and fostering substantive debate about how law must adapt to technological reality. HaystackID® EVP of Legal Data Intelligence Esther Birnbaum is a dialogue leader at the event, where attendees will explore how legal systems must adapt to ensure justice, transparency, and fairness in an era increasingly shaped by intelligent machines.
Expert Presentation
Navigating AI Governance – Current Frameworks, Legal Considerations, Corporate Practices, and Future Readiness
Thursday, September 11, 2025, 12:00pm-1:00pm EDT
AI continues to reshape industries and legal landscapes. This panel will showcase a number of experts to explore the evolving domain of AI governance – how organizations can responsibly select, assess, and integrate AI technologies while preparing to meet emerging legal and regulatory expectations. This session will also provide an update on the work of the AI Governance Brainstorming Group and the progress made to date in addressing each of these topics.
+ Emily McIntosh (M), Ernst & Young LLP
+ Esther Birnbaum, HaystackID
+ Hon. John P. Howard, D.C Court of Appeals
+ Michael Kearney, Redgrave LLP
+ Heather Kolasinsky, Humana
+ Nicole N. Murley, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Office of Inspector General
Event Details
To participate in this meeting or other Working Group 13 activities, you must be a current member of The Sedona Conference Working Group Series or an employee of a Working Group Series Sponsor. Complimentary membership is available to judges, full-time government employees, and academics at accredited non-profit institutions, who also receive special consideration for meeting registration.
+ Date: September 11-12, 2025
+ Venue: The Hyatt Regency Reston
+ Location: Reston, VA
Learn more about The Sedona Conference Working Group 13 Midyear Meeting 2025.
Proven Expertise for Business-Critical and Risk-Significant Requirements and Opportunities
When the stakes are high, HaystackID Global Advisory helps you handle complex discovery, compliance, and incident response challenges with confidence. Our experts partner with you to address cyber risks, manage sensitive data, and enhance information governance, enabling you to stay focused on the outcomes that matter most.  Connect with our experts at The Sedona Conference WG1 Annual Meeting 2025 to learn how our Advisory Services deliver the insights and solutions needed for next-generation discovery, or schedule a meeting with us to learn more.

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.
Assisted by GAI and LLM technologies.

IAPP AI Governance Global North America 2025
2025-09-16 - 2025-09-19 | The Westin Boston Seaport District, 425 Summer Street, Boston, MA, 02210, United States
IAPP AI Governance Global North America 2025
The EU AI Act has upended how companies handle AI development and deployment. Organizations are wrestling with risk classifications, trying to figure out which AI systems fall under which regulatory buckets, and scrambling to build compliance frameworks before enforcement kicks in. For companies operating across borders, the problem worsens; they must contend with the EU’s comprehensive requirements while also navigating the complex array of state-level AI regulations emerging across the United States.
Companies are asking hard questions:

How do we assess risk properly for our AI systems?
What documentation and oversight do we actually need?
How do we manage AI governance across different countries without grinding operations to a halt?

As AI becomes central to more industries, these compliance headaches are turning into make-or-break business issues that demand custom solutions. Join HaystackID® at IAPP AI Governance Global North America 2025, where practitioners get the opportunity to enhance their understanding of AI governance challenges, including practical applications and solutions, emerging trends, best practices, upcoming legislation, and building trustworthy AI systems.
Event Details
IAPP AI Governance Global North America 2025 puts you in the room with experts who have solved these problems and connects you with established and up-and-coming leaders who understand what you’re going through.
+ Date: September 16-19, 2025
+ Venue: The Westin Seaport District
+ Location: Boston, Massachusetts

Learn more and register for IAPP AI Governance Global North America 2025.
From Privacy Headache to Business Asset
Every new privacy law, updated regulation, and shifting compliance requirement forces companies to hit the brakes on operations while they figure out what’s required. Organizations often find themselves stuck in a reactive mode, constantly scrambling to meet the latest mandates while trying to balance individual privacy rights and maintain data integrity. HaystackID flips this dynamic. We help you stay ahead of regulatory shifts with a practical, risk-focused approach that keeps you compliant, secure, and operationally efficient. Our Global Advisory Services team collaborates with your organization to develop privacy strategies that safeguard individual rights and maintain data integrity, ultimately enhancing your business operations. Connect with our experts at the IAPP AI Governance Global North America 2025 or schedule time with us to learn more.

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.

Assisted by GAI and LLM technologies.

2025 CLM Construction Conference
2025-09-17 - 2025-09-19 | Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina, 333 West Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA, 92101, United States
2025 CLM Construction Conference
Construction projects begin with optimistic schedules and carefully calculated budgets, but reality has a way of rewriting those plans. Each trade protects its interests, creating a delicate ecosystem where one party’s solution becomes another’s problem. Documentation becomes the project’s second language as site superintendents photograph everything, knowing that what appears to be a minor issue today may become a major claim tomorrow. Contract language that appeared straightforward during negotiations now requires interpretation, with each party’s lawyers finding different meanings in the same paragraph. By project’s end, the building stands as intended, but claims specialists must reconstruct timelines to determine whether delays stemmed from weather, design changes, or coordination failures. The industry’s traditional low-bid approach has delivered the project, but left everyone wondering whether a different contracting strategy might have avoided the legal bills that now rival the construction costs.
Join HaystackID® at the 2025 CLM Construction Conference. The conference brings together construction insurance and risk management professionals to address these complex challenges through focused sessions and practical solutions. Industry experts share real-world strategies for managing construction claims and minimizing litigation risks.
Event Details
At the 2025 CLM Construction Conference, business connections turn into business solutions.
+ Date: September 17-19, 2025
+ Venue: Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina
+ Location: San Diego, CA
Learn more and register for the 2025 CLM Construction Conference.
Build a Strong Foundation: HaystackID® Construction Discovery Solutions
Construction projects generate vast amounts of data from diverse sources, including project management platforms, CAD drawings, BIM models, and communications between multiple stakeholders. Our team understands that every document tells a story in construction disputes, and we’re equipped to help you find the evidence that matters most. Connect with our experts at the 2025 CLM Construction Conference to discover how the right technology partner can transform your approach to construction litigation, or schedule time with us to learn more.

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.
Assisted by GAI and LLM technologies.

2025 National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers White Collar Seminar
2025-09-17 - 2025-09-20 | Washington Marriott Georgetown, 1221 22nd St NW, Washington, DC, 20037, United States
2025 National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers White Collar Seminar
The federal criminal system has grown dramatically, with nearly 5,000 criminal offenses and hundreds of thousands of regulations that carry criminal penalties. Many of these laws are written broadly or vaguely, providing prosecutors with significant flexibility in their application. Federal prosecutors also benefit from charging discretion and discovery rules that tend to work in the government’s favor. The sentencing guidelines have expanded over time, creating a complex web of potential penalties. Anyone facing white-collar or economic crime allegations must navigate this intricate and prosecutor-friendly legal landscape.
Recognizing these challenges, the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers created the Defending the White Collar Case: In & Out of Court Seminar nearly two decades ago to help defense attorneys navigate this intricate legal landscape. Join HaystackID® and other legal experts at this seminar to learn from each other, improve your skills, and ensure you’re well-positioned to provide your clients the best possible defense against these formidable prosecutorial advantages.
Event Details
According to the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the power of prosecutors is great, but this defense revival meeting is even greater. Join this vital tradition of learning and collaboration that has strengthened our profession for nearly two decades.
+ Date: September 17-20, 2025
+ Venue: Washington Marriott Georgetown
+ Location: Washington, D.C.
Learn more about the 2025 National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers White Collar Seminar.
When Stakes Are High, Expertise Matters Most
In today’s complex white-collar investigations where careers and reputations hang in the balance, our experts are your strategic partners, delivering precision-crafted discovery and investigative services that safeguard your firm’s reputation while exceeding client expectations. Specializing in eDiscovery, data privacy, and forensic services, we combine global reach with local expertise to provide agile, high-touch solutions for the most demanding cases. Leave no stone unturned in your white-collar investigation. Connect with our white-collar investigation experts at the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers White Collar Seminar to learn more, or schedule time with us.

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.
Assisted by GAI and LLM technologies.

[Webcast] What's Now and What's Next? Trends, Technologies, and Legal Authority Shaping eDiscovery for Cybersecurity, Governance, and Investigations
2025-09-17 11:00 - 12:00 | Virtual, United States
[Webcast] What’s Now and What’s Next? Trends, Technologies, and Legal Authority Shaping eDiscovery for Cybersecurity, Governance, and Investigations

In the frenetic field of eDiscovery, legal professionals are being increasingly pressured to balance legal and regulatory requirements with the promise of new technologies that raise complex questions about privilege, proportionality, and cross-border data management. To help them keep pace, HaystackID® has scheduled a webcast that will address these and other critical challenges facing eDiscovery practitioners today.
Moderated by seasoned attorney and eDiscovery expert Philip Favro, HaystackID’s webcast will consider court decisions on the interplay between AI and ESI discovery, which demand immediate attention from legal teams who cannot afford costly mistakes. This program will feature additional leading experts who will discuss recent key rulings and offer practical strategies for addressing emerging trends.
Through case law analysis, hands-on commentary, and real-world applications, participants will examine how cybersecurity incidents create new discovery obligations, why privacy litigation is changing traditional approaches, and how emerging tools simultaneously streamline and complicate the discovery process. The discussion will focus on immediate implications for daily practice rather than abstract concepts.
The interactive format will allow participants to engage directly with expert panelists through live Q&A and polling, addressing specific organizational challenges. Whether you’re handling proportionality arguments in complex litigation, implementing new tools while navigating ethical obligations, or managing discovery across multiple jurisdictions, this webcast will deliver strategic insights and practical guidance to keep you ahead of rapid changes.
+ Original Date: Wednesday, September 17, 2025

Expert Panelists
+ Honorable Helen Adams
U.S. Magistrate Judge, S.D. Iowa
Helen C. Adams has served as a U.S. Magistrate Judge for the Southern District of Iowa since February 13, 2014. She served as Chief U.S. Magistrate Judge from 2017 to 2024. Judge Adams received her undergraduate degree in Sociology from the University of Iowa in 1985 and her law degree from the University of Iowa in 1988, with high distinction and Order of the Coif. She began her legal career as a law clerk to U.S. District Judge Harold D. Vietor in the Southern District of Iowa from 1988 to 1990. From 1990 to 2009, she practiced with the firm of Dickinson, Mackaman, Tyler & Hagen, where she served as President of the firm on two occasions. In 2009, she joined the corporate legal department of Pioneer Hi-Bred International (now Corteva) as associate general counsel, an international agricultural company.

+ Philip Favro (Moderator)
Founder of Favro Law PLLC
Philip Favro is the founder of Favro Law PLLC, where he counsels clients on ESI, AI, and discovery issues and serves as a special master, mediator, and expert witness. Phil is nationally recognized for his expertise on ESI, discovery, and information governance, with courts acknowledging his credentials. See, e.g., Oakley v. MSG Networks, Inc., No. 17-CV-6903 (RJS), 2025 WL 2061665 (S.D.N.Y. July 23, 2025). This background makes Phil particularly well-suited to counsel clients and advise courts on information-related issues. As a special master, Phil is acclaimed for his collaborative approach, working with parties to find stipulated solutions to complex issues. For disputes that require adjudication, he is renowned for the clarity and vigor of his written dispositions, which are available on legal search engines.

+ Leeanne Mancari
Partner, Covington
Leeanne Mancari is co-chair of the firm’s eDiscovery, AI, and Information Governance Practice, and is a Chambers-ranked eDiscovery litigator and advisor. She guides clients on all aspects of national and international discovery, and frequently serves as lead eDiscovery counsel on large-scale and highly-publicized litigations, including multidistrict and other complex litigations. Leeanne strategically counsels clients on complex discovery issues to form defensible, efficient, and creative solutions for litigation and investigations. She routinely litigates discovery-related issues and appears in state and federal courts. Leveraging her deep knowledge of cutting-edge technology, including AI and machine learning, Leeanne formulates efficient and effective workflows for all phases of data preservation, collection, review, and production, and has expertise dealing with extraordinary volumes of documents and complex data sources.

+ Brian Morrison

Discovery Counsel, Google

Brian Morrison is Discovery Counsel at Google and sits in the Boulder office, where he focuses on discovery and litigation issues across the U.S. and globally. Brian works on a variety of complex matters in federal and state courts, including antitrust matters, privacy and consumer class actions, and large contractual disputes. He also focuses on information governance and advises product teams on data retention and preservation. Before joining Google, Brian spent 10 years litigating at law firms, with the majority of that time spent at plaintiffs’ firms prosecuting consumer and antitrust class actions. Brian graduated from Georgetown University (Bachelor’s Degree in Finance) and Rutgers Law School (magna cum laude).

About HaystackID®
HaystackID solves complex data challenges related to legal, compliance, regulatory, and cyber events. Core offerings include Global Advisory, Data Discovery Intelligence, HaystackID Core® Platform, and AI-enhanced Global Managed Review powered by its proprietary platform, ReviewRight®. Repeatedly recognized as one of the world’s most trusted legal industry providers by prestigious publishers such as Chambers, Gartner, IDC, and Legaltech News, HaystackID implements innovative cyber discovery, enterprise solutions, and legal and compliance offerings to leading companies and legal practices around the world. HaystackID offers highly curated and customized offerings while prioritizing security, privacy, and integrity. For more information about how HaystackID can help solve unique legal enterprise needs, please visit HaystackID.com.
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Source: HaystackID

SOLID New York
2025-09-25 | The Westin New York at Times Square, 270 W 43rd St, New York, 10036, United States
SOLID New York
The momentum shifts from west to east as the brightest minds in legal innovation converge on the bustling streets of New York City this fall. Join HaystackID® at 2025 SOLID New York on September 25, 2025, for a day of unparalleled learning and collaboration in the heart of Manhattan.
HaystackID is a premier sponsor of this unique event, where over 16 industry leaders will deliver impactful TED-style talks on topics ranging from leveraging generative AI to elevating legal operations. Engage with peers in interactive table discussions and leave equipped with actionable insights to tackle your organization’s most pressing challenges.
Expert Presentation
False Faces, True Evidence: Unmasking Deepfakes with Digital Forensics
In just ten minutes, this talk delivers a powerful wake-up call about the impact of deepfakes on clients, cases, and the credibility of the justice system. With real-world examples and clear, compelling insights, a digital forensics expert breaks down how AI-generated deception is already harming reputations, influencing negotiations, and corrupting evidence. The session offers an urgent look at the legal, technical, and ethical challenges posed by synthetic media—along with a roadmap for how legal professionals can fight back with digital forensics. No jargon. No fearmongering. Just clarity, strategy, and truth.
+ John Wilson
Event Details
SOLID New York offers an extraordinary opportunity to connect with peers, learn from industry leaders, and walk away inspired.
+ Date: September 25, 2025
+ Venue: The Westin Times Square Hotel
+ Location: New York City, New York
Learn more about the event and save your spot now.
Partner with HaystackID®
In the legal field, staying ahead requires the right strategy and technology. Let HaystackID’s tailored solutions help your legal team thrive—book time with us to learn how we can support your goals.

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.
Assisted by GAI and LLM technologies.

2025 Buying Legal Conference
2025-09-30 - 2025-10-01 | 3 Times Square, 3 Times Sq, New York, 10036, United States
2025 Buying Legal Conference
Legal sourcing functions face a complex balancing act: reducing costs while maintaining quality across diverse vendor ecosystems and evolving regulatory frameworks. Leading organizations have moved beyond traditional vendor scorecards to implement comprehensive evaluation frameworks that examine technological capabilities, security infrastructure, cultural alignment, and financial metrics. These forward-thinking teams are uncovering powerful solutions through strategic partnerships that provide flexible service models, allowing them to retain control over core functions while accessing specialized expertise when market conditions require it.
Join HaystackID® at the 2025 Buying Legal Conference to learn how market leaders are succeeding across the most critical challenges facing legal departments and legal sourcing, including but not limited to:

Growing complexity of the legal tech stack
Risk mitigation across the legal provider portfolio
Practical AI uses to drive savings and productivity

Event Details
Don’t miss the chance to gain exclusive insights into the critical developments reshaping the legal services landscape.
+ Date: September 30-October 1, 2025
+ Venue: 3 Times Square
+ Location: New York, NY
Learn more and register for the 2025 Buying Legal Conference.
Optimize Legal Operations with CoreFlex™
Legal operations teams handle expanding responsibilities: streamlining fragmented workflows, managing explosive data growth, and ensuring compliance across increasingly complex regulatory landscapes. Traditional eDiscovery platforms require you to manage multiple systems, resulting in inefficiencies that drain resources and compromise visibility into critical processes. CoreFlex eliminates these operational bottlenecks with a next-generation, cloud-native eDiscovery interface designed specifically for legal leaders who refuse to accept fragmented solutions. Connect with our experts at the 2025 Buying Legal Conference, or schedule time with our team to learn more.

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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2025 NetDiligence Cyber Risk Summit Philadelphia
2025-10-06 - 2025-10-08 | Loews Philadelphia Hotel, 1200 Market St, Philadelphia, PA, 19107, United States
2025 NetDiligence Cyber Risk Summit Philadelphia
The cyber insurance battlefield is shifting dramatically, with organizations caught between increasingly sophisticated attackers and a market that’s finally offering some relief after years of punishing rate hikes. Major incidents like global outages and data breaches have exposed just how fragile our digital infrastructure really is, sending shockwaves through boardrooms worldwide. Insurance carriers are scrambling to adapt, rolling out new coverage for everything from CISO personal liability to AI-related risks, while demanding stricter oversight of third-party vendors who’ve become the weakest links in corporate security chains.
As ransomware groups pivot their tactics in response to declining payment rates and supply chain attacks target the soft underbelly of interconnected businesses, the stakes have never been higher.
Ready to dive deeper into these market dynamics and connect with the experts shaping the future of cyber risk? Join industry leaders at the 2025 NetDiligence Cyber Risk Summit in Philadelphia. Sponsored by HaystackID®, the event will give attendees insider perspectives on navigating this complex environment and building resilient cyber insurance strategies for the challenges ahead.
Expert Presentations
Data Mining & E-Discovery
Monday, October 6, 2025, 2:00pm EDT
Explore how machine learning and advanced analytics can enhance a cyber investigation and what efficiencies can be gained from using traditional e-discovery techniques.
+ Shawn Belovich, HaystackID
The Pernicious Problem of Insider Threats
Tuesday, October 7, 2025, 11:40am-12:30pm EDT
Insider threats are the silent saboteurs—hard to detect and potentially devastating. This session uncovers the latest trends, early warning signs, and cutting-edge DFIR tools like EDR and user behavior analytics to catch threats before they strike. Real-world examples reveal what works in preventing and mitigating these hidden risks. Join us to learn how to safeguard your organization from within.
+ Tawana Johnson (M), Lewis Brisbois
+ Kevin Golas, HaystackID
+ Bill Hardin, Charles River Associates
+ Conor Osthoff, S-RM
+ Brent Riley, CyXcel
Event Details
Join cyber insurance executives, legal minds, and technology innovators from around the world for three days of cutting-edge workshops and expert panels where industry leaders share battle-tested insights on the hottest cybersecurity trends and connect you with the power players shaping the future of cyber risk and privacy protection.
+ Date: October 6-8, 2025
+ Venue: Loews Philadelphia Hotel
+ Location: Philadelphia, PA

Learn more and register for the 2025 NetDiligence Cyber Risk Summit Philadelphia.
When Cyber Attacks Strike, Every Second Counts
Our cybersecurity services combine decades of digital forensics expertise with cutting-edge incident response to help organizations not just survive cyber attacks, but emerge stronger and more resilient. We bridge the critical gap between legal defensibility and technical precision, ensuring your response strategy protects both your data and your reputation while meeting strict regulatory requirements. From rapid threat mitigation to long-term strategic planning, let’s transform your cybersecurity approach from a reactive necessity into a proactive business advantage that preserves trust and ensures compliance across every level of your organization. Connect with our experts at NetDiligence Cyber Risk Summit Philadelphia, or schedule time with us to learn more.

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.
Assisted by GAI and LLM technologies.

2025 Relativity Fest Chicago
2025-10-07 - 2025-10-09 | Hyatt Regency Chicago, 151 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL, 60601, United States
2025 Relativity Fest Chicago
This has been a pivotal year for the legal tech community as AI tools have moved from experimental to essential, now handling contract review, legal research, and document drafting alongside increasingly sophisticated cloud-based practice management systems. This rapid technological shift has created implementation challenges around AI accuracy, ethical implications, and regulatory compliance that individual practitioners struggle to navigate alone. Legal professionals are turning to peer networks, user groups, and professional forums to share vendor experiences, implementation strategies, and solutions to emerging ethical dilemmas. Collective knowledge-sharing has become necessary for successfully adopting these powerful new technologies while maintaining professional standards.
Looking to learn about solutions to complex challenges and share best practices, the legal tech community is heading to Chicago in early October for Relativity Fest. This industry-leading event brings together 2,000 members of the legal data community. From our speakers to our Innovation Awards finalists, HaystackID® looks forward to sharing how our experts are transforming how legal professionals work.
The Relativity Innovation Awards: HaystackID’s Best Innovations and Innovators
Each year, the Relativity Innovation Awards cut through the hype to spotlight technology and people that are transforming daily legal work through their Best Innovation and Best Innovator categories.
For the Best Innovation categories, our team’s five nominated innovations span from protecting national security secrets to AI-powered case analysis, representing the crucial difference between legal teams that merely survive the digital transformation and those that harness it to dominate their practice.
The nominations include:

CFIUS Compliance Advisory Services (Beyond)
CoreFlex™ (Organize) – FINALIST
Core Intelligence AI™ (Discover; Workflows)
Cyber Incident Response Practice (Act)

Additionally, we have several individuals within HaystackID and those we’ve collaborated with who are finalists in the Best Innovator categories.

Kristin Lindsey, Vice President of Client Services, (Customer Experience)
Pamela Bartlett, Chief People Officer, (Inclusion)
Dr. Roee Shraga, Assistant Professor, Worcester Polytechnic Institute (Legal Education)

The Relativity Innovation Awards Community Vote runs through August 22, 2025, and your voice helps celebrate the innovations and innovators that are genuinely transforming how legal professionals work.
Expert Presentations

Finding the Facts Faster: AI-Powered Entity Extraction in Modern Discovery
Wednesday, October 8, 2025, 10:45am – 11:30am  CDT
This panel explores how Generative AI is revolutionizing entity extraction, moving beyond the limitations of traditional rule-based tools to deliver more accurate and context-aware results from massive document sets. Our experts will discuss leveraging Large Language Models (LLMs) to identify key people, organizations, and timelines crucial for building case narratives and responding to second requests. Attendees will gain practical insights into implementing these advanced AI techniques to accelerate document review, enhance case strategy, and reduce overall discovery costs.
+ John Brewer (M), Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer, HaystackID
+ Young Yu, Vice President, Advanced Analytics & Strategic Solutions, HaystackID
+ Kelly Atherton, Counsel, Norton Rose Fulbright
+ Dr. Roee Shraga, Assistant Professor, Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Spotlight Interview
Wednesday, October 8, 2025, 4:30pm CDT
Join HaystackID’s Aaron Pribil at the Spotlight Stage in the Community Pavilion to learn more about CoreFlex.
HaystackID CoreFlex has been named a finalist for the Relativity Best Innovation Awards in the category of Best Innovation: Organize. This recognition highlights how CoreFlex turns manual, fragmented processes into a unified, automated interface that delivers clarity, consistency, and control for legal teams.
+ Aaron Pribil, HaystackID
Relativity Fest Mentor Career Journey Panel
Thursday, October 9, 2025, 11:30am – 12:15pm  CDT
We’ll talk about how we came into the industry and where our careers have taken us.
+ Emerald Yeo, Jackson Lewis
+ Austin Hagen, Proteus
+ Ruth Betancourt Ortiz, HaystackID
+ Shannon Bales, Munger, Tolles and Olson

Applying a Legal Data Intelligence Mindset: Strategic Innovations in Data Protection
Thursday, October 9, 2025, 2:45pm-3:30pm CDT
Data Protection Compliance is not just a requirement, but a strategic advantage. Dive into the transformative world of Legal Data Intelligence (LDI), where data insights are empowering proactive compliance and business strategy across a wide range of use cases. This session guides attendees through structured, methodical approaches to proactively manage compliance risks, enhance operational effectiveness, and preemptively address evolving regulatory demands.
+ Joseph Bartolo, The Project Consultant
+ George Phillips, Morgan Lewis
+ Ryan Costello, HaystackID

Event Details

+ Date: October 7-9, 2025
+ Venue: Hyatt Regency Chicago
+ Location: Chicago, IL
Learn more and register for the 2025 Relativity Fest – Chicago.
Stop Wrestling with Fragmented eDiscovery Tools
Legal teams often struggle with data scattered across multiple platforms, wasting time and budget on inefficient discovery processes that leave them vulnerable to missed deadlines and compliance gaps. HaystackID CoreFlex eliminates this chaos with a unified, cloud-native interface that consolidates your entire eDiscovery workflow into one secure, scalable platform with automated processes and real-time insights. Whether you need complete self-service control or want the flexibility to scale up to full-service support, CoreFlex puts you back in command of your discovery operations without the vendor lock-in that’s currently costing you time, money, and peace of mind. Connect with our experts at Relativity Fest, or book time with us to learn more.

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.
Assisted by GAI and LLM technologies.

2025 EDI Leadership Summit
2025-10-15 - 2025-10-17 | Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort and Spa, 1300 Tuyuna Trail, Santa Ana Pueblo, NM, 87004, United States
2025 EDI Leadership Summit
Legal tech breakthroughs are dismantling the pillars of traditional law practice, forcing firms to either adapt or risk being outpaced by nimbler competitors that leverage emerging technology to accelerate document review and accrue major time and cost savings for their clients. Visionary leaders are architecting the future of law, using the latest tools to enhance legal processes and replace mundane tasks with strategic work.
Join HaystackID® at the Electronic Discovery Institute’s (EDI) 15th Annual Leadership Summit, which cuts through legal tech’s marketing noise to deliver raw, tactical intelligence from the practitioners who’ve weathered everything from large-scale data breaches to high-stakes litigation battles. EDI’s handpicked faculty will share battle-tested strategies for maneuvering complex eDiscovery challenges, regulatory compliance nightmares, and the changing landscape of digital evidence that’s rewriting courtroom playbooks.
Expert Presentation
GenAI for eDiscovery: Best Practices & Legal Considerations
Thursday, October 16, 2025, 9:15 am – 10:15 am MDT
Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) is rapidly reshaping eDiscovery, with the potential to redefine how legal teams approach data. This panel will examine practical applications of GenAI across the discovery lifecycle—spotlighting document review while also highlighting its growing impact far beyond review. Drawing on the most up-to-date usage in GenAI technology, panelists will discuss emerging strategies and leading practices for deploying GenAI in practice. The discussion will also delve into the evolving legal landscape, including Rule 26(g) obligations, defensibility considerations, and industry efforts to establish clear standards and protocols for the responsible use of GenAI in eDiscovery.
+ Esther Birnbaum (M), HaystackID
+ Michallynn Demiter, Bayer
+ Justin Van Alstyne, T-Mobile
+ Angelique Harris, Barclays

Event Details
Event attendees will walk away with immediately actionable frameworks for everything from AI-powered document review to crisis response protocols that can make or break multi-million-dollar cases.

+ Date: October 15-17, 2025
+ Venue: Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort and Spa
+ Location: Tamaya, NM
Learn more and register for the 2025 EDI Leadership Summit.
GenAI-Powered Discovery: Amplifying Legal Expertise at Machine Speed
Enhance your legal process and eliminate the grunt work that typically consumes 70% of discovery timelines with HaystackID’s Core Intelligence AI™. With our GenAI-powered solution, attorneys and paralegals can focus on strategy, case theory, and the nuanced judgment calls that lead to case wins. By intelligently flagging potentially privileged communications, surfacing relevant patterns, and organizing massive datasets into digestible workflows, Core Intelligence AI turns discovery from a resource drain into a strategic advantage that helps legal teams deliver faster, more thorough results for their clients. Let’s discuss how to handle your complex eDiscovery challenges with confidence at the 2025 EDI Leadership Summit, or schedule a meeting with us to learn more.

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.
Assisted by GAI and LLM technologies.

15th Annual Cyber Security Summit
2025-10-21 - 2025-10-22 | Minneapolis Marriott Northwest, 7025 Northland Dr N, Brooklyn Park, MN, 55428, United States
15th Annual Cyber Security Summit
In today’s cyber environment, no single sector has all the answers. Business leaders face relentless attacks that threaten operations and customer trust. Governments and the military are defending not only national security but also critical infrastructure that keeps society running. Academic researchers are pushing the boundaries of knowledge, uncovering vulnerabilities and testing new defenses.
What makes this moment unique—and urgent—is the pace and sophistication of threats. Ransomware campaigns, supply chain compromises, and state-sponsored intrusions are not isolated incidents; they are daily realities. The stakes stretch far beyond IT departments, touching everything from financial stability to public safety.
That’s why convening business, government, military, and academic leaders matters right now. Collaboration is essential. Join HaystackID® and fellow cyber leaders at the upcoming 15th Annual Cybersecurity Summit, where industry leaders will share ideas, showcase solutions, and celebrate innovation.
Start Your Day with Expert Insights

InfraGard Breakfast
Tuesday, October 21, 2025, 7:00-7:50AM CDT

During this session, Douglas Dvorak, Director of Forensics at HaystackID, and fellow speakers will share why the FBI InfraGard is the nation’s strongest information-sharing network for security professionals and critical infrastructure protection. Food and Fearlessly Forward fortification will get your Summit off to a superhero start.

Event Details
The Cyber Security Summit is where security solutions come to life through collaboration and innovation.
+ Date: October 21-22, 2025
+ Venue: Minneapolis Marriott Northwest
+ Location: Minneapolis, MN

Learn more about the event and register today.
Defensible Response. Proactive Protection. Strategic Resilience.
Safeguard your data, reputation, and future with HaystackID Cybersecurity Services. Our expert-led cybersecurity solutions are designed for the realities of today’s threat landscape. With decades of experience in digital forensics, incident response, and regulatory compliance, our team helps organizations not only respond to crises but also recover operations and emerge stronger. Connect with HaystackID at the 15th Annual Cyber Security Summit, or book time with us to learn more.

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.
Assisted by GAI and LLM technologies.

2025 Oxygen Forensics Conference – Legacy & Logic
2025-10-21 - 2025-10-23 | Crowne Plaza Orlando Downtown, 304 W. Colonial Dr., Orlando, FL, 32801, United States
2025 Oxygen Forensics Conference – Legacy & Logic
Digital forensics investigators are caught in a relentless race against time and technology, where a single smartphone can hold more data than entire computer systems from just a decade ago, forcing teams to sift through massive digital haystacks to find critical evidence needles. The landscape shifts beneath their feet as criminals adopt military-grade encryption, hide evidence in obscure cloud services, and exploit emerging technologies faster than law enforcement can adapt its investigative toolkit. Meanwhile, investigators must strike a balance between thorough analysis and legal precision, aware that a single procedural misstep or breach of chain of custody could render months of painstaking work inadmissible in court.
That’s why the 2025 Oxygen Forensics Conference – Legacy & Logic – is more crucial than ever. Our experts are attending this event alongside fellow investigators, partners, and digital forensics leaders for hands-on learning and meaningful discussions to help drive the future of digital forensics. During the event, attendees will participate in hands-on sessions, product previews, and valuable discussions that focus on real-world investigative challenges and their solutions.
Expert Presentation
Detecting the Undetectable: Deepfakes under the DFIR Microscope
Tuesday, October 21, 2025
+ Rene Novoa, HaystackID
Event Details
Event attendees will leave Orlando equipped with practical knowledge that they can apply immediately.
+ Date: October 21-23, 2025
+ Venue: Crowne Plaza Orlando Downtown
+ Location: Orlando, FL
Learn more and register for the 2025 Oxygen Forensics Conference – Legacy & Logic.
Investigate Anywhere, Anytime: Remote Forensics Without Compromise
For digital forensics investigators facing the overwhelming challenge of examining evidence across multiple remote systems and cloud platforms, HaystackID’s Remote Endpoint Analysis and Data Intelligence (READI™) Suite eliminates the time-consuming process of physical device collection while maintaining forensic integrity. This powerful solution enables you to rapidly triage and extract critical data from Windows, macOS, and cloud environments in real-time, allowing you to identify the most relevant evidence faster than ever before. Talk to our experts at the 2025 Oxygen Forensics Conference – Legacy & Logic, or schedule time with us to learn more.

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.

Assisted by GAI and LLM technologies.

[EDRM Workshop] Building a Resilient and Repeatable White-Collar Investigation Playbook
2025-10-21 11:00 - 12:00 | Virtual, United States
[EDRM Workshop] Building a Resilient and Repeatable White-Collar Investigation Playbook

Picture this: You’re a white-collar defense attorney, and it’s 6 AM on a Monday when your phone buzzes with an urgent message about a major fraud allegation. Within hours, you’re coordinating with executives across three time zones, preservation notices are flying, and regulators are already asking questions.
Modern white-collar investigations move at breakneck speed, and there’s little to no room for improvisation. A single misstep in those critical first hours can transform a manageable incident into an organizational crisis that attracts unwanted regulatory attention and media scrutiny.
Hosted by the EDRM and sponsored by HaystackID®, join our upcoming workshop as legal experts break down proven methodologies for managing complex, multi-jurisdictional investigations and examine the strategic frameworks and decision-making processes that separate successful outcomes from costly missteps.
The expert panelists will also share:

The importance of assembling and activating your crisis response team when every second counts.
How to use AI and other emerging tools that cut through massive document volumes to surface suspicious communication patterns and flag potential co-conspirators quickly.

Event Details
The session will cover strategies for navigating the cross-border minefield of GDPR and conflicting privacy laws, communication techniques for board interactions, and how practitioners can use AI to identify key data and narrative quickly.
+ Original Date: Tuesday, October 21, 2025
Expert Panelists
+ Bryan Bellack
Executive Vice President, HaystackID
In his role as an Executive Vice President at HaystackID, Bryan Bellack is responsible for global sales and business development of HaystackID’s eDiscovery, Cyber Incident Response, White Collar and Investigations solutions. Before joining HaystackID, Bellack was a Managing Director in BDO’s Consulting practice where he led sales for their Forensic Technology Division. Bellack earned his B.A. from the University of Michigan, his law degree from the Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University and is licensed to practice law in New York State. In addition, Bryan serves as an Advisory Board Member to Guardrail Technologies, an AI Risk Management Platform. Bryan is a Certified E-Discovery Specialist (CEDS) from ACEDS and has certifications in Managing Cybersecurity Risk and Data Analytics.

+ Michael Hantman
Partner of White-Collar Criminal Defense, Internal Corporate Investigations, and Compliance Services, Holland & Knight LLP
Michael Hantman is a litigation partner in Holland & Knight’s Miami office. His practice focuses primarily on white collar criminal defense, internal corporate investigations, compliance, and complex business litigation. He assists companies and individuals in investigating, responding to, and defending against government scrutiny, whistleblower complaints, and enforcement actions related to allegations of bribery, fraud, accounting misrepresentations, kickbacks, money laundering, and other ethical lapses. Mr. Hantman recently co-led the representation of Liberty Mutual Insurance Co., which resulted in a declination with disgorgement resolution with the Department of Justice, the first such resolution under the second Trump administration.

+ Jordi de Llano

Global Financial Crimes Officer and Vice President, Liberty Mutual Insurance Company

Jordi de Llano is the Global Financial Crimes Officer and Vice President at Liberty Mutual Insurance Company, where he leads a global team responsible for anti-corruption, sanctions, and anti-money laundering compliance programs. A former federal prosecutor and Deputy Chief of the Securities, Financial & Cyber Fraud Unit at the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Massachusetts, Jordi brings over 15 years of experience investigating and prosecuting complex financial crimes and advising corporations on compliance and risk management. He previously served as a partner at a global law firm, representing companies and executives in white-collar criminal defense, government investigations, and compliance matters. Earlier in his career, Jordi was an Integrity Officer at the Inter-American Development Bank, where he investigated fraud and corruption in bank-financed development projects across Latin America and the Caribbean. He has successfully led major international corruption investigations, refined enterprise-wide compliance frameworks, and regularly advises senior executives on regulatory matters.

+ Mary Mack
CEO, Chief Legal Technologist, EDRM
Mary Mack leads the EDRM, a project-based organization, and is the former Executive Director of a certification organization. Mack is known for her skills in relationship and community building as well as for the depth of her eDiscovery knowledge. Frequently sought out by media for comment on industry issues, and by conference organizers to participate, moderate a panel, lead a workshop or deliver a keynote. Mack is the author of A Process of Illumination: The Practical Guide to Electronic Discovery, considered by many to be the first popular book on eDiscovery. She is the co-editor of the Thomson Reuters West Treatise: eDiscovery for Corporate Counsel. Mack was also recently honored to be included in the book; 100 Fascinating Females Fighting Cyber Crime published by Cyber Ventures in May 2019. Mack has been certified in data forensics and telephony. Mack’s security certifications include the CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) and the CIAM (Certified Identity and Access Manager).

+ Mary Bennett [Moderator]
Senior Director, Content Marketing, HaystackID; Senior Director, Content and Community Initiatives, EDRM
Mary Bennett, HaystackID’s Director of Content Marketing, focuses on the power of storytelling to educate the legal technology industry on pressing issues impacting practitioners. With nearly 10 years of content marketing experience, Bennett joined HaystackID after working at an agency to help B2B tech startups grow their marketing engines through content that drove audiences through the marketing funnel. Before her agency experience, Bennett worked at Chicago-based Relativity as a Senior Producer on the Brand Programs team. She was a founding member, host, and producer of Relativity’s Stellar Women program and producer of the company’s documentary series, On the Merits. In her role, Bennett crafted and socialized important stories that elevated the eDiscovery community and illustrated technology’s potential to make a substantial impact.

About EDRM
Empowering the global leaders of e-discovery, the Electronic Discovery Reference Model (EDRM) creates practical global resources to improve e-discovery, privacy, security, and information governance. Since 2005, EDRM has delivered leadership, standards, tools, guides, and test datasets to strengthen best practices throughout the world. EDRM has an international presence in 145 countries, spanning 6 continents. EDRM provides an innovative support infrastructure for individuals, law firms, corporations, and government organizations seeking to improve the practice and provision of data and legal discovery with 19 active projects.

About HaystackID®
HaystackID® solves complex data challenges related to legal, compliance, regulatory, and cyber requirements. Core offerings include Global Advisory, Cybersecurity, Core Intelligence AI™, and ReviewRight® Global Managed Review, supported by its unified CoreFlex™ service interface. Recognized globally by industry leaders, including Chambers, Gartner, IDC, and Legaltech News, HaystackID helps corporations and legal practices manage data gravity, where information demands action, and workflow gravity, where critical requirements demand coordinated expertise, delivering innovative solutions with a continual focus on security, privacy, and integrity. Learn more at HaystackID.com.
Assisted by GAI and LLM technologies.
Source: HaystackID

2025 Masters Conference Seattle
2025-10-23 | Perkins Coie, 1201 3rd Ave #4900, Seattle, WA, 98101, United States
2025 Masters Conference Seattle
Legal tech professionals face mounting pressure from increasingly complex data privacy regulations, such as GDPR, and state laws that require constant compliance updates and risk assessments. Cybersecurity threats targeting sensitive legal data have intensified, demanding robust security frameworks and incident response capabilities that many firms struggle to implement alone.
The exponential growth in data volumes from e-discovery, client communications, and digital evidence creates storage, processing, and analysis challenges that strain traditional legal workflows. These interconnected challenges are too complex for individual firms or vendors to solve in isolation, requiring collaboration between legal professionals, technology providers, cybersecurity experts, and regulatory bodies.
The Masters Conference is a vital collaboration platform where these challenges can be collectively addressed, bringing together industry experts, lawyers, litigation support professionals, and vendors. Sponsored by HaystackID®, this boutique conference format creates an intimate environment where participants can share real-world solutions and best practices for navigating complex compliance requirements.
Event Details
Masters Conference Seattle provides an unparalleled platform for meaningful professional engagement, executive-level learning, and transformative industry insights.
+ Date: October 23, 2025
+ Venue: Perkins Coie
+ Location: Seattle, WA
Learn more and register for The Masters Conference 2025 Seattle.
Unify Your eDiscovery Workflow
Legal teams waste valuable time and budget managing data across fragmented platforms, creating risks of missed deadlines and compliance issues. HaystackID CoreFlex™ delivers a unified, cloud-native solution that consolidates your entire eDiscovery process into one secure platform with automated workflows and real-time insights. Connect with our experts at 2025 Masters Conference Seattle or book a meeting with our experts to learn more.

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.
Assisted by GAI and LLM technologies.

[Webcast] Building Elite Cyber Incident Response Capabilities at Scale
2025-10-29 11:00 - 12:00 | Virtual, United States
[Webcast] Building Elite Cyber Incident Response Capabilities at Scale

As cybersecurity threats grow in frequency and sophistication, the ability to respond quickly, precisely, and at scale has become mission-critical for organizations worldwide. When hackers breach your systems, the clock immediately starts ticking on regulatory deadlines that can cost millions if missed, and traditional investigation methods simply aren’t built for that kind of pressure. Organizations need to move from discovery to notification in days, not weeks, while maintaining the precision that regulators and courts demand.
This upcoming webcast will walk through how HaystackID® transformed a small, seven-person unit into a Chambers-ranked, global Cyber and Incident Response (CIR) practice that delivers exactly that capability. Attendees will learn how to identify critical internal gaps and formalize cyber response as a core offering that meets demanding regulatory requirements, while building comprehensive roadmaps for people, tools, and processes that support rapid growth and high-stakes engagements.
What We’ll Cover
Through real-world case studies and best practices, participants will discover how strategic vision and cross-functional alignment drive performance when delivering defensible results under extreme time pressure.

Operational Excellence: Lessons from scaling an elite IR team capable of handling everything from obscure data formats to sensitive healthcare records.
Crisis Management: How to balance speed and accuracy when handling multi-jurisdictional regulatory requirements under extreme time pressure.
Strategic Growth: Best practices for maintaining investigation quality while meeting compressed timelines that can make or break regulatory compliance.

Webcast Details
This session will provide practical strategies for organizations at any stage of cyber incident response development, from initial program setup to enterprise-scale operations.
+ Original Date: Wednesday, October 29, 2025

Expert Panelists
+ Kevin Golas
Managing Director, HaystackID
Kevin Golas is a Managing Director in HaystackID’s Advisory Group. An accomplished cybersecurity executive with over 20 years of experience in cybersecurity, risk management, and data compliance, Golas has worked at larger enterprise companies like T-Mobile, Grant Thornton and OpenText. He has a proven track record of success in developing and implementing effective cybersecurity programs, mitigating cyber risks, and protecting sensitive data. Golas is a passionate and dedicated cybersecurity leader who is committed to making the world a safer place. He is a highly sought-after speaker and thought leader in the cybersecurity community.

+ Anya Korolyov
Senior Vice President, Cyber Incident Response and Advanced Technologies Group, HaystackID
Anya Korolyov, the Senior Vice President of Cyber Incident Response and Advanced Technologies Group at HaystackID, has 18 years of experience in the legal industry as a licensed attorney, including 15 years of experience in eDiscovery, focusing on data mining, complex integrated workflows, and document review. In her role at HaystackID, Korolyov works on developing and implementing the strategic direction of Cyber Incident Response. She is one of the industry’s leading experts on Data Breach Incident Response, Notification, and Reporting, with a solid understanding of machine learning, custom object development, regular expressions manipulation, and other technical specialties.

+ Michael Sarlo [Moderator]
Chief Innovation Officer and President, Global Investigations and Cyber Incident Response Services, HaystackID
Michael Sarlo works closely with HaystackID’s software development and data science teams to deliver best-in-class data collection, eDiscovery, and review solutions that allow legal teams to act on data types typically not conducive to collection, review, or production in the context of eDiscovery. Sarlo works closely with clients on the most challenging and complex regulatory, investigative, and civil litigation matters. Sarlo also oversees HaystackID’s Cyber Discovery and Incident Response Services division. He leads a cross-functional team of HaystackID experts that regularly assists insurers, breach coaches, and their corporate clients when a data breach occurs.

About HaystackID®
HaystackID solves complex data challenges related to legal, compliance, regulatory, and cyber events. Core offerings include Global Advisory, Data Discovery Intelligence, HaystackID Core® Platform, and AI-enhanced Global Managed Review powered by its proprietary platform, ReviewRight®. Repeatedly recognized as one of the world’s most trusted legal industry providers by prestigious publishers such as Chambers, Gartner, IDC, and Legaltech News, HaystackID implements innovative cyber discovery, enterprise solutions, and legal and compliance offerings to leading companies and legal practices around the world. HaystackID offers highly curated and customized offerings while prioritizing security, privacy, and integrity. For more information about how HaystackID can help solve unique legal enterprise needs, please visit HaystackID.com.
Assisted by GAI and LLM technologies.
Source: HaystackID

[EDRM Workshop] Framing Construction Discovery's Future with AI-Powered Document Review
2025-11-04 11:00 - 12:00 | Virtual, United States
[EDRM Workshop] Framing Construction Discovery’s Future with AI-Powered Document Review
Construction litigation presents data challenges that go far beyond typical business disputes. While many cases involve standard emails and documents, construction matters generate a complex mix of technical files that traditional review workflows struggle to handle efficiently. Think Primavera schedule files that require specialized software to interpret, BIM models with embedded project data, Teams chats where critical decisions emerge through fragmented conversations, and massive Excel spreadsheets with hidden formulas and external links. These specialized data types create bottlenecks that can dramatically inflate discovery costs and timelines, making effective document review both more critical and more challenging than in other practice areas.
Our upcoming EDRM workshop, sponsored by HaystackID®, will break down the document types that lay the heaviest foundation of challenges for construction attorneys and how GenAI can slash review time without sacrificing defensibility. The expert panel, comprising seasoned construction litigators and eDiscovery leaders, will share real-world workflows for accelerating responsive review, summarizing chat threads, mapping spreadsheet risks, and clustering photo timelines. We’ll cover the crucial defensibility frameworks, security protocols, and quality control gates that make AI deployment safe for high-stakes construction disputes.
Event Details
Whether you’re managing million-dollar change order disputes or complex delay claims, the workshop will provide the tactical playbook for cutting costs while maintaining the precision your cases demand.
+ Date: Tuesday, November 4, 2025
+ Time: 11 AM CST / 12 PM EST
+ Registration Link

Expert Panelists
+ Esther Birnbaum
EVP, Legal Data Intelligence, HaystackID
With a robust background in complex litigation and regulatory compliance, Esther brings a wealth of knowledge and practical experience to the table. She uses her unique expertise at the intersection of technology, data, and law to develop best practices and drive innovative workflows across many areas of the business. She enjoys sharing her insights with the wider eDiscovery community and frequently speaks at conferences, webinars, and podcasts on topics related to law and technology.

+ Mark MacDonald, CEDS
VP, Enterprise and Strategic Accounts, HaystackID
Mark is a seasoned eDiscovery professional with over 20 years of experience helping corporate legal departments design and implement effective and defensible ESI management models. He is a certified eDiscovery specialist (CEDS) and a thought leader in the industry, with expertise in legal hold, data breach, digital forensics, advanced analytics, managed review, and eDiscovery playbook development. Mark has managed thousands of matters and served as an expert witness across various industries and types of cases on several occasions. Since January 2023, Mark has been the Vice President of Enterprise and Strategic Accounts at HaystackID, responsible for consulting and supporting clients on best practices and workflows across the entire legal data lifecycle, leveraging HaystackID’s unrivaled blend of customer service, talented professionals, and innovative technologies. Mark’s mission is to ensure that his clients benefit from technology-driven, scalable, and cost-efficient solutions that address their unique ESI-related challenges and goals.

+ Mary Mack
CEO, Chief Legal Technologist, EDRM
Mary Mack leads the EDRM, a project-based organization, and is the former Executive Director of a certification organization. Mack is known for her skills in relationship and community building as well as for the depth of her eDiscovery knowledge. Frequently sought out by media for comment on industry issues, and by conference organizers to participate, moderate a panel, lead a workshop or deliver a keynote. Mack is the author of A Process of Illumination: The Practical Guide to Electronic Discovery, considered by many to be the first popular book on eDiscovery. She is the co-editor of the Thomson Reuters West Treatise: eDiscovery for Corporate Counsel. Mack was also recently honored to be included in the book; 100 Fascinating Females Fighting Cyber Crime published by Cyber Ventures in May 2019. Mack has been certified in data forensics and telephony. Mack’s security certifications include the CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) and the CIAM (Certified Identity and Access Manager).

+ Sam Morgan
Director of Global Legal Solutions, HaystackID
Sam Morgan is a Director of Global Legal Solutions at HaystackID. Harnessing over two decades of industry experience, Sam drives immeasurable value for his law firm and enterprise clients. Having worked as a paralegal at leading AMLAW 100 firms, Sam knows firsthand the challenges that in-house teams and eDiscovery practitioners face, and provides clients with tailored strategies and solutions to overcome these obstacles, such as handling ballooning data volumes and a proliferation of data sources. Sam has a proven track record of success for some of HaystackID’s most prominent global corporate and law firm clients.

+ Aviva E.A. Zierler
eDiscovery Counsel, Goldberg Segalla
Aviva E.A. Zierler counsels and defends property and business owners, developers, general contractors, subcontractors, and engineers in a range of legal matters, including negotiating and drafting contracts, and defending claims involving construction defect, performance, delay, and property damage. Aviva has also litigated or resolved matters concerning commercial leases, enforcement of contracts and judgments, employment disputes, and breach of restrictive covenants and confidentiality provisions, effectively securing injunctive relief for her clients. She draws on her recent experience as liaison to outside counsel for a national infrastructure construction company in multi-million-dollar federal litigation arising from engineering and construction services contrac

+ Mary Bennett [Moderator]
Senior Director, Content Marketing, HaystackID; Senior Director, Content and Community Initiatives, EDRM
Mary Bennett, HaystackID’s Director of Content Marketing, focuses on the power of storytelling to educate the legal technology industry on pressing issues impacting practitioners. With nearly 10 years of content marketing experience, Bennett joined HaystackID after working at an agency to help B2B tech startups grow their marketing engines through content that drove audiences through the marketing funnel. Before her agency experience, Bennett worked at Chicago-based Relativity as a Senior Producer on the Brand Programs team. She was a founding member, host, and producer of Relativity’s Stellar Women program and producer of the company’s documentary series, On the Merits. In her role, Bennett crafted and socialized important stories that elevated the eDiscovery community and illustrated technology’s potential to make a substantial impact.

About EDRM
Empowering the global leaders of e-discovery, the Electronic Discovery Reference Model (EDRM) creates practical global resources to improve e-discovery, privacy, security, and information governance. Since 2005, EDRM has delivered leadership, standards, tools, guides, and test datasets to strengthen best practices throughout the world. EDRM has an international presence in 145 countries, spanning six continents. EDRM provides an innovative support infrastructure for individuals, law firms, corporations, and government organizations seeking to improve the practice and provision of data and legal discovery with 19 active projects.

About HaystackID®
HaystackID solves complex data challenges related to legal, compliance, regulatory, and cyber events. Core offerings include Global Advisory, Data Discovery Intelligence, HaystackID Core® Platform, and AI-enhanced Global Managed Review powered by its proprietary platform, ReviewRight®. Repeatedly recognized as one of the world’s most trusted legal industry providers by prestigious publishers such as Chambers, Gartner, IDC, and Legaltech News, HaystackID implements innovative cyber discovery, enterprise solutions, and legal and compliance offerings to leading companies and legal practices around the world. HaystackID offers highly curated and customized offerings while prioritizing security, privacy, and integrity. For more information about how HaystackID can help solve unique legal enterprise needs, please visit HaystackID.com.
Assisted by GAI and LLM technologies.
Source: HaystackID
