08:55 AM – 09:00 AM (BST)

Opening Remarks

09:00 AM – 09:30 AM (BST)

Keynote Address 1

Artificial Intelligence (AI) and efficient eDiscovery: Techniques and Perspectives

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• What is our clients’ perception of Artificial Intelligence and its potential benefits?What is the role of Artificial Intelligence in eDiscovery?

• What is the role of Artificial Intelligence in eDiscovery?

• The role and benefits of text analytics, predictive analytics and technology-assisted review

• The role of AI to support the pillars of eDiscovery

Gareth Meatyard

Legal Tech Director,

OpenText, UK

Melina Efstathiou

Head of Litigation Technology, Eversheds Sutherland

Abhijit Mukhopadhyay

President (Legal) & General Counsel, Hinduja Group

Sponsored by:

09:32 AM – 10:00 AM (BST)

Keynote Address 2

The Accelerating Impact of Technology on Legal Services

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Kiwi Camara, founder and CEO of legaltech leader DISCO, discusses how the legal function is the latest corporate function to gain access to reliable, full-stack technology solutions that leverage automation and artificial intelligence to improve lawyer productivity. Kiwi will explain how the technology industry is finally delivering legaltech applications that can transform the practice of law. And Kiwi will reflect on the impact of digital transformation and emerging technologies on the legal profession and how modern lawyers can embrace and thrive in this new, dynamic, and exciting environment.

Sponsored by:

Kiwi Camara

CEO,

DISCO

10:03 AM – 10:29 AM (BST)

Joint Case Study Presentation

Structuring International eDiscovery and Computer Forensic Investigations in the Era of Cross-Border Data Privacy Regulations

Scott A. Warren

Partner,

Squire Patton Boggs

10:30 AM – 10:51 AM (BST)

Joint Case Study Presentation

(General Counsel/Law firm Partner/Service Provider: Everyone speaks for about 10 mins.)

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Trends, Challenges & Tech: Maintain Momentum in the New Era of E-discovery

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• 2021 Challenges

• Managing increased workloads

• Remote Engagement

• Rise of Virtual Litigation

• e-Discovery, intuitive document review, and the Internet of Things (IoT)

• Large-scale and cross-border litigations and government investigations

Lynne E. Gallivan

General Counsel - Head of Legal,

SAP

Ilan Sherr

Executive Director, Aiscension, 
DLA Piper

10:55 AM – 11:10 AM (BST)

Virtual Q&A Session

11:10 AM – 11:36 AM (BST)

Joint Case Study Presentation

(General Counsel/Law firm Partner/Service Provider: Everyone speaks for about 10 mins.)

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E-discovery & Modern Digital Evidence:  Remote Collection & Review

Modern E-discovery is no longer simply about collecting and reviewing emails. The proliferation of text messages, social chat, and other online communication apps has increased the pool of potential digital evidence in discovery.

• An overview of recent case law involving electronic communication

• Best practices for remote collection of all types of digital evidence

• How to effectively plan your modern document review in a remote world

• e-Ddiscovery automation is upon UK

• How has the e-Discovery industry evolved over the last decade?

• Reducing e-Discovery costs without sacrificing defensibility

Debolina Partap

General Counsel,

Wockhardt

David Cederquist

Manager, Americas, Global eDiscovery & Data Advisory, Baker McKenzie

11:39 AM – 12:00 PM (BST)

Exclusive Case Study Presentation

(Service Provider makes Exclusive Case Study Presentation)

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Augmented Intelligence - taking a human-centric approach to the legal tech revolution

Michael and Tripp will discuss the increasing importance of augmented intelligence in the delivery of legal services and will explore how thoughtful consideration for the impact of technology on the end user can make or break an innovation initiative

Join this session to learn:

• How client demands for new, innovative legal service delivery and pricing models are driving the way law firms are thinking about augmented intelligence

• Impact of placing user experience at the forefront of evaluating, selecting and implementing technology

• Appreciating all stakeholders needs in innovation adoption to deliver better outcomes

Tripp Hemphill

VP Enterprise Markets,

DISCO

Michael Hogg

Partner,

Kennedys

Sponsored by:

12:02 PM – 12:19 PM (BST)

Joint Case Study Presentation

Digital Transformation & Artificial Intelligence in the Legal World

The session will discuss:

• Encouraging innovation and addressing transfer of technology challenges

• Cybersecurity – addressing legal and regulatory issues in business and in the workplace

• Technology and disputes: resolving technology-related disputes and utilising technology to resolve disputes

Melina Efstathiou

Head of Litigation Technology, Eversheds Sutherland

12:20 PM – 12:35 PM (BST)

Meetings: Networking Lounge & Exhibition Area

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12:36 PM – 01:35 PM (BST)

Joint Case Study Presentation

(General Counsel/Law firm Partner/Service Provider: Everyone speaks for about 10 mins.)

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Sanctions for E-discovery Violations: Practice Tips for Protecting Your Clients and Your Reputation

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• Common issues related to E-discovery sanctions in recent case law

• Strategies and procedures for securing and managing ESI from the point duty to preserve is triggered through production

• Tips for preparing a defensible collection and ensuring preservation protocols are communicated to the proper people

• Recommended processes to avoid E-discovery sanctions

David Cohen

Partner,

Reed Smith LLP

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Paula Fearon

Head of Project Services, McCann FitzGerald

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01:40 PM – 01:55 PM (BST)

Virtual Q&A Session

01:55 PM – 04:02 PM (BST)

Joint Case Study Presentation

(General Counsel/Law firm Partner/Service Provider: Everyone speaks for about 10 mins.)

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Innovation and Technology in International Arbitration: What Lies Ahead?

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• What drives innovation in International Arbitration (IA)?

• Where are we now and how did we get here?

• What role can technology and innovation play in IA in the future?

Steven Finizio

Partner,

WilmerHale

Clarissa Coleman

Litigation and Arbitration Partner, DAC Beachcroft LLP

Poupak Anjomshoaa

Partner,

Baker Botts LLP

Dr. Robert Kovacs

Special Counsel, Withersworldwide

04:05 PM – 04:30 PM (BST)

Virtual Q&A Session & Thank You Note