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[Webcast] From Hype to Workflow: Insights from Experts on the Impact of AI on eDiscovery (July 22, 2026)
[Webcast] From Hype to Workflow: Insights from Experts on the Impact of AI on eDiscovery (July 22, 2026)
Artificial intelligence is seemingly everywhere in eDiscovery, and for good reason. Over the past few years, AI technological advances have transformed document review workflows and other eDiscovery processes for legal teams and their clients. With additional innovations on the horizon, eDiscovery professionals are seeking to understand the evolving technology landscape.
In this unique program, attendees will have the opportunity to learn from industry experts about current developments with AI technology and their impact on processes and workflows. Attendees will gain an understanding of how AI is being implemented into document search and review workflows. They will learn about the role of metrics in AI-driven review workflows, along with measures that are being used to validate AI productions.
Event Details
Join the HaystackID® webcast to hear insights on future advances in AI technology and how those innovations may affect eDiscovery in the years to come.
+ Date: Wednesday, July 22, 2026
+ Time: 11 AM CDT / 12 PM EDT
+ Registration Link
Expert Panelists
+ Esther Birnbaum
EVP of Data Intelligence, HaystackID
Esther Birnbaum is the Executive Vice President of Data Intelligence at HaystackID, where she leads strategic initiatives integrating advanced AI technologies and data solutions across legal, compliance, and governance workflows. Esther brings extensive experience from both law firm and in-house environments. She began her career as an eDiscovery attorney at top-tier law firms, where she developed deep expertise in managing complex discovery processes for high-stakes litigation. She later served as Associate General Counsel at Interactive Brokers LLC, where she founded and scaled the company’s eDiscovery program from the ground up, pioneering AI-driven workflows that set new standards for operational efficiency in financial services litigation support. In her corporate role, she also spearheaded data intelligence initiatives across compliance investigations, regulatory response matters, and cross-functional governance programs, developing innovative approaches to leverage enterprise data for risk management and strategic decision-making. A recognized thought leader in the legal technology community, Esther is a sought-after speaker on the transformative applications of Generative AI in practice. Her innovative approach bridges deep legal expertise with cutting-edge technology, positioning HaystackID at the forefront of AI-powered corporate data intelligence and shaping how the industry approaches matter intelligence, document review, corporate data solutions, and data-driven legal and compliance strategy.
+ Philip Favro (Moderator)
Founder of Favro Law PLLC
Philip Favro is the founder and president 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.
+ Aleida Gonzalez
Global Advisory Managing Director, HaystackID
An accomplished attorney and military intelligence officer, Aleida Gonzalez brings a rare combination of legal expertise, national security expertise, and strategic advisory capability that uniquely positions her to lead in the field of AI governance. With nearly a decade of service as a prosecutor and extensive military experience, Aleida has operated at the intersection of law, policy, and security—advising senior leaders, managing complex investigations, and shaping outcomes in high-stakes environments. Building on her AI Governance certification and prior service as a prosecutor, Aleida’s professional development reflects decades of deliberate preparation for managing high-risk, high-consequence systems where accountability, policy, and operational disciplines intersect.
+ Jim Sullivan
Chief Executive Officer, eDiscovery AI
Jim Sullivan is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of eDiscovery AI, a data intelligence company pioneering the next generation of AI-powered legal technology solutions. As CEO, Jim leads the company’s vision to transform the legal industry’s approach to litigation, investigations, information governance, and privacy response. Under his leadership, eDiscovery AI is setting new standards for accuracy, efficiency, compliance, and cost-effectiveness through advanced artificial intelligence tools that simplify complex data challenges. A licensed attorney and recognized authority in legal technology, Jim has spent nearly two decades at the forefront of integrating AI into legal workflows. He has consulted on thousands of predictive coding and analytics projects, guiding law firms and corporations through some of the most complex and large-scale matters in the industry. Jim’s deep expertise has made him a frequent conference and webinar speaker, where he shares practical insights on leveraging AI to improve productivity, defensibility, and outcomes in eDiscovery. Jim is also the author of The Book on AI Doc Review: A Simple Guide to Understanding the Use of AI in eDiscovery and co-author of The Book on Predictive Coding: A Simple Guide to Understanding Predictive Coding in e-Discovery. These works have become accessible resources for legal professionals seeking to understand and apply AI in practice. Known for his ability to demystify complex technologies, Jim is passionate about helping legal professionals embrace AI to future-proof their work and enhance the integrity of legal proceedings.
+ Cristin Traylor
Senior Director, AI Transformation and Law Firm Strategy, Relativity
Cristin Traylor is the senior director of AI transformation and law firm strategy at Relativity, where she focuses on the legal technology needs of law firms. She previously served as discovery counsel at McGuireWoods LLP, where she oversaw a multi-faceted team of legal professionals providing experienced discovery assistance and strategic advice to firm clients, including white collar crime matters. Cristin currently serves as Assistant Chapter Director of Richmond Women in e-Discovery and Project Trustee of the EDRM Privilege Log Protocol. She is an active member of Sedona Conference Working Group 1 and holds the Relativity Master certification.
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 and eDiscovery AI™ technology. 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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