Unlocking GenAI’s Potential in eDiscovery: #DataUnmasked ACEDS Expert Discussion with HaystackID’s Esther Birnbaum (February 20, 2025)
Unlocking GenAI’s Potential in eDiscovery #DataUnmasked ACEDS Expert Discussion with HaystackID’s Esther Birnbaum
By HaystackID Staff
In this edition of the ACEDS #DataUnmasked livestream, Esther Birnbaum, Executive Vice President of Legal Data Intelligence at HaystackID®, will deep dive into her remarkable career, the evolution of AI in eDiscovery, and what’s next in this rapidly advancing field. With extensive experience building eDiscovery programs and a proven track record of innovation, Birnbaum offers a unique perspective on how AI technologies—particularly Generative AI (GenAI)—are reshaping the legal landscape.
Birnbaum’s journey in legal technology has been fueled by a passion for developing smarter, faster, and more efficient workflows. During this conversation, she’ll share her insights on the pivotal moments that inspired her to become an early advocate for GenAI and how it’s revolutionizing document review and beyond. Join the livestream for an engaging discussion on the practical applications of GenAI in legal workflows—how it’s moving beyond traditional Technology-Assisted Review (TAR) and transforming productivity and communication tasks for project teams.
+ Date: Thursday, February 20, 2025
+ Time: 11:00 AM EST / 10:00 AM CST
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*Also available for recorded post-live viewing.
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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.
+ 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 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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