I missed Legal Tech this year.  For each of the past four years, I have made the trek to the zoo at the New York Hilton to see what was new in e-discovery, network, and, hopefully, meet someone that would like to hire me.  (That’s really why we all go, isn’t it?)  But, this year, I had to work.  And, you know what?  I really didn’t miss it all that much.  The crowds, the vendors on the floor vying for your attention, the dozens of iPad give-a-ways…well, okay, I did miss it some, but not as much as I thought I would.  You know what I really missed?  People.  Legal Tech has become an opportunity to see some folks in our industry that I’ve really come to care about, and I missed seeing them this year.

So, what’s the e-discovery connection?  People.  As I was mulling over what I missed about Legal Tech, it occurred to me how amazing it is that I’ve met so many incredibly talented and interesting people all as a result of the sudden emergence of the e-discovery industry – IT professionals and paralegals, records and information management experts, training professionals, lawyers with an unusual interest in all things technological, and the list goes on.  And that, friends, may well be the best thing that has happened since the revision of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure in 2006.

E-discovery has forced folks from different walks of corporate life to come together and work as a team.  Where formerly we had only uncomfortable, occasional interactions between IT and legal, we now have formal working groups, teams of professionals leveraging their respective skills and talents towards a common purpose: helping the company meet its legal obligation in as efficient and effective a manner as possible.  And that is a good thing.  I am increasingly impressed by the level of cooperation and collaboration that I see between corporate legal and IT departments (and, when you are really lucky, the Records and Risk Management departments as well).  This week, while I was missing Legal Tech, I was introduced to a new client.  This company manufacturers consumer products, and, since we live in the United States, it is subject to constant litigation.  Over the past decade, the company has developed and refined its discovery response capabilities to ensure that ESI potentially relevant to virtually any matter can be quickly identified, preserved and collected when required.  Any litigating attorney can tell you what a relief it is to feel confident about her client’s ability to respond appropriately and effectively to demands for ESI.  Few of us felt that way about most of our clients not so many years ago.  And what has made the difference is people.

So, with luck, I’ll be back at Legal Tech next year to see my friends, people who have effected such a remarkable change in the way we practice law over such a remarkably short amount of time.  In the meantime, maybe we can catch up between flights in Atlanta?

Dennis Kiker,
dennis.kiker@leclairryan.com

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Missing LegalTech
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By Tom Groom, VP, Discovery Engineering

D4 just returned from LegalTech New York 2012. Predictive Coding, Technology Assisted Review (TAR), Computer Assisted Review (CAR), Automated Categorization – whatever-you-want-to-call-it – was the “soup du jour,” as we predicted some time ago.

Many of my peers and I will be blogging over the next few days on what we saw and learned this week in New York. I thought it would be a little fun and different to be the first to share what I see as one of the key themes for next year’s show! Are you ready?…All-in-One eDiscovery Platforms. From processing incoming ESI through review (including analytics) to robust production capacity – all without leaving the platform. I think we will see several solutions reach that lofty objective throughout this year. Some are actually ready today.

I saw three in this class of platforms at LTNY 2012 and got a sense of where they are going. Two others that were “expected” were actually absent from this year’s show.

LexisNexis’ Evolution was not present at LTNY 2012. Some attendees were disappointed, but not too surprised. LexisNexis has LAW for incoming processing and production creation. They just need to complete the new “Concordance Evolution” to have an All-in-One solution. LexisNexis did release a new Early Data Analyzer tool that appears to rip through data and we are looking forward to testing that in our lab.

The same can be said for AccessData. FTK is a solid forensic tool and the AD ECA product can quickly rip through data and allows access through a browser. AD announced Summation Pro late in 2011 to eliminate the multiple versions and platforms of the Summation family. IBlaze, Summation, CaseVault, Casevantage and parts of AccessData’s tools are being rolled into the Summation Pro solution. We are excited about the future with their product suite, but it isn’t all quite there yet, in my opinion.

KCura’s Relativity leads the pack with regard to a review platform. The kCura ecosystem continues to grow with a new Review Manager application that will enable project managers to enter and manage metrics to track and forecast the over review project. Gantt charts, critical path identification, and “what if” analysis can be performed in advanced for planning, as well as, throughout the review project for management. This goes far beyond the Reviewer Statistics reports that are currently being used. Another new application in the ecosystem is Fact Manager which provides much of the functionality as case management tools like CaseMap and Case Notebook. Fact Manager users can identify key issues, key people, key dates and create timelines and summaries complete with links to supporting documents. Of course, Relativity Assisted Review (RAR) was being promoted along with the other Technology Assisted Review solutions at LTNY 2012.

The big kCura news at LTNY 2012, however, is the announcement that by the end of the year, Relativity will include a native file ingestion system, which will enable direct loading of unprocessed data into Relativity. We saw this coming since the current release (7.3) provides a new Native File Conversion functionality that provides more control for TIFFing and production. Providing native ingestion is the other end of that functionality.

Once kCura wires in native file ingestion, they will have a complete All-in-One solution that can ingest, process, review (with Analytics, Near Dupe, Email Thread, and Assisted Review) and create productions without data leaving the Relativity environment.

I was given a chance to see IPRO’s revived Eclipse review application and was impressed. Users of Relativity and Concordance will find using Eclipse to be familiar and very easy to pick up. IPRO Eclipse builds on many of the solid IPRO tools that have been used for years, including IPRO Allegro (Early Data Analysis) and IPRO Build (Production creation module). IPRO Eclipse leverages Content Analyst technology for Near Dupe, Email Threads and Concept-based analytics.

Many workflows that have to be performed with external scripts in other applications are built-in features in Eclipse and can be performed by users with sufficient rights. For example, coding rules based on fields are as easy to set up as rules are in Outlook. The release I saw is still being completed and is scheduled for release in March. IPRO has been in the native file processing business for some time, so that isn’t new to them. Data processed with IPRO’s tools can be directly loaded into Eclipse. The processed native files don’t have to be exported from the processing tool then imported into review platform. As with Lateral Data’s Viewpoint (more below), the native files don’t move – just the pointers are moved to the review platform. This means hundreds of thousands to millions of records can be published from processing to review in the matter of seconds versus hours to days, as done today with other systems.

I also looked at Lateral Data’s Viewpoint. Lateral Data approaches the market from a “service bureau” point of view and has years of developing software to ingest, as well as, scaleable TIFF conversion for their own production services. They were missing a review platform and began developing Viewpoint a few years ago. Viewpoint has matured in 2011 and now includes Near Dupe, Email Thread, Conceptual Search and Assisted Review.All of these are based on cutting edge, non royalty based software. As with IPRO’s Eclipse, raw ESI ingested into Viewpoint remains in the same location on storage from ingestion through production, which can save days in the processing cycle.

Summary
You might find it helpful to keep in mind the “initial DNA” as you compare these platforms. Lateral Data’s Viewpoint was designed and developed to address the needs of their services business where incoming processing and production conversion were critical. Relativity was designed as a “review platform” and is just now getting into robust production and, by of the end of the year, incoming processing. IPRO has traditionally been a pure software development company providing tools for scanning, incoming processing and production and now document review. LexisNexis and AccessData approach the market from their unique perspective.

So, by LTNY 2013, we should see All-in-One eDiscovery solutions from LexisNexis, AccessData, Thomson Reuters, Symantec, kCura, IPRO and Lateral Data. There are likely others that I’ve missed (please let me know if I did). All of these will boast “seamless ingest, review, produce without having to move data in and out of multiple applications.” And yes, all of these will have some type of “Assisted Review” that was so prevalent at this year’s show.

See you next year in New York!

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What’s Going to Be Hot at LegalTech New York 2013?
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If you thought descending on New York was going to be a vacation, you are probably feeling otherwise by now.  I am confident that the recuperation process has begun after another successful LegalTech Show.  If you have ever been before, this year’s show had the typical “glitz and glamour” as past shows.  Last year, the talk of the town was Early Case Assessment (“ECA”) and nearly every workshop or presentation incorporated the topic in some shape or form.  In contrast, this year’s show nearly made no mention of ECA.  Instead, the unofficial theme of the Show was “Assisted Technology Review,” otherwise known as Predictive Coding, or more recently referred to as Predictive Priority ^TM.

The first plenary session titled, “Man vs. Machine: The Promise/Challenge of Predictive Coding & Other Disruptive Technologies” featured Maura R. Grossman (Litigation Counsel at Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz), Ralph Losey (Partner and National eDiscovery Counsel for Jackson Lewis), and The Honorable Judge Andrew Peck (U.S. Magistrate Judge for the Southern District of New York).  The title of this session was somewhat misleading because by the end of the presentation, the conclusion was clearly a resounding “machine” as the victor, with little to no discussion about the “man” side of the equation.

Future blog posts will dissect the contents of this panel more in-depth because there was a lot of content discussed, yet one major takeaway is a baseline definition of “Technology Assisted Review” (“TAR”) which was defined as:

…an umbrella concept that involves keyword search, conceptual search, clustering, relevance ranking, sampling and predictive (aka computer-assisted) coding…[meaning] tools that use sophisticated algorithms to enable the computer to determine relevance, based on interaction with (i.e. training by) a human reviewer. – Man vs. Machine Plenary Session

This definition takes into account the need for the “human reviewer” to be a seasoned partner or team that codes a “seed set” of documents that the computer will use to prioritize the review and/or determine responsive versus non-responsive documents.  Grossman described the process with an analogy of an ophthalmologist’s examination, where an individual’s eyes are tested with lenses on the left and right side to determine the appropriate strength of the prescription.  Eventually, it will become challenging to differentiate between the lenses and that is when your prescription has been identified.  Similarly, the “high level trainers” as Losey referred to them, will train the computer to identify the appropriate documents to review and produce.

While the bulk of the show focused on TAR, very little emphasis was placed the importance of where TAR would be most effective and where it should appear in the Electronic Discovery Reference Model (EDRM).  I argue that it should occur where LegalTech left off last year, in ECA.  ECA allows you to access the entire corpus of documents and infuse your seed set at the beginning, before it gets to the review phase.  Then you can feel more comfortable with the integrity of the data set that will be used for the traditional manual review.  Stay tuned, for there is more to come from LegalTechNew York!

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LegalTech New York Graduates from “ECA” to “Assisted Technology Review
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As we approach LegalTech New York next week, oft referred to as the Super Bowl of legal technology events, there are any number of helpful blogs and articles telling new attendees what to expect, where to go, what to say, what to do.  Undoubtedly, there’s some utility to this approach, but since we’ll be in New York, I think it’s appropriate to take a more skeptical approach and proffer a list of what *NOT* to do at LTNY.

1. DON’T get caught up in Buzzword Bingo.  There are already dozens of sources attempting to prognosticate what the most popular buzzwords will be at this year’s show.  Leading candidates include “predictive coding,” “technology assisted review,” “information governance,” “big data” and even the pedestrian sounding “sampling.”  And, while these terms will undoubtedly be on booths and broadcast repeatedly from the Hilton elevator, it doesn’t mean an attendee should merely parrot these without a deeper dive.   Here, the key is go behind the green curtain to see what vendors, panelist and tweet-ers actually mean by these buzzwords, since it’s often surprising to see how the devil really is in the details.
2. DON’T get a coffee at the Hilton Starbucks.  Yes, we all love our morning coffee, but there’s no need to wait in the Justin Bieber-esque line queue at the in-hotel Starbucks.  There are approximately 49 locations in a ½ mile radius, including one right across the street.  There’s also the vendor giving out free coffee on the second floor, so save yourself 30 minutes of needless line waiting.
3. DON’T ride the Hilton elevator.  For those staying or taking meetings at the Hilton, the elevator lines can be excessively long.  Once you finally get on, you’ll wish they’d been even longer as you then find yourself subjected to the brainwashing of vendor announcements while you make multiple stops on your way to your desired floor.  Either take the stairs or, if that’s not possible, try to minimize the trips to keep your sanity.  Or, plan B – bring your iPod.
4. DON’T talk to booth models.  It’s tempting to gravitate to the most attractive person at a given vendor’s booth, but they’re often hired professionals designed to get you in for the all-important “badge scan.”  Instead, focus on  the person who looks like they’ve been in the same company-branded oxford for 48 hours, because they probably have.  While perhaps less aesthetically pleasing, they’ll certainly know more about the product and that’s why you’re there after all, isn’t it?
5. DON’T pass out your resume on the show floor.  While certainly a great networking opportunity, LTNY isn’t the place to blatantly tout your professional wares, at least if you want to keep your nascent job search on the down low.  And, if you want to have more private meetings, you’ll need to do better than “hiding out” at the Warwick across the street.  For more clandestine purposes, think about the Bronx.
6. DON’T take tchotchkes without hearing the spiel.   There are certain tchotchke hounds out there who roam around LTNY collecting “gifts” for the kids back at home.  While I won’t frown on this behavior per se, it’s only courteous to actually listen to the pitch (as a quid pro quo) before you ask for the swag.  Anything less is uncivilized.
7. DON’T get over-served at the B-Discovery Party.   After a long day on the show floor you’re probably ready to let loose with some of the eDiscovery practitioners you haven’t seen in a year.  But, in this era of flip cams and instant tweeting, letting your hair down too much can be career limiting.  If you haven’t done Jägermeister shots since college, LTNY probably isn’t a good time to resume that dubious practice.
8. DON’T forget to take your badge off (please!).  Yes, it’s cool to let everyone know you’re attending the premier legal technology event of the year, but once you leave the show floor random New Yorkers will heckle you for sporting your badge after hours – particularly the baristas at Starbucks.  Plus, if you’ve broken any of the other admonitions above, at least you’ll be more anonymous.
9. DON’T forget to bring a heavy coat, mittens and scarf.  Last year there was the infamous ice storm that stranded folks for days (me included).  Even if the weather isn’t that severe this year, anyone from warmer climates will need to bundle up, particularly because it’s easy to unintentionally get caught outside for extended amounts of time – waiting for a cab in the Hilton queue, eating at Symantec’s free food cart, walking to a meeting at a “nearby” hotel that’s “just a block or so away.” Keep in mind those cross town blocks are longer than they appear on a map.
10. DON’T forget to learn something.  Without hyperbole, LTNY has the world’s greatest collection of legal/technology minds in one place for 3 days.  Most folks, even the vaunted panelists, judges and industry luminaries are actually quite accessible.  So, at a minimum, attend sessions, ask questions and interact with your peers.  Try to ignore the bright lights and signs on the floor and make sure to take some useful information back to your firm, company or governmental agency.  You’ll undoubtedly have fun (and maybe a Jagermeister shot, too) along the way.

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The Top Ten “What NOT to Do” List for LegalTech New York 2012
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Harnessing Search Technology Effectively – 9:00 am – 10:00 am at Concourse E

Search has become a cornerstone of all legal technology, from legal research to early case assessment to document review. As search becomes more accessible, it also becomes more powerful, requiring experts in the technology to take full advantage of the available tools. There is still a gap though, as search methodologies used in different stages of a case are vastly different. Case teams need to assess what strategies must be used, engage experts in both subject matter and search technology, and be aware of potential pitfalls. This session will provide attendees an opportunity to hear from experts in the field, preparing them to tackle search more effectively in their own cases.

Speakers:

Charlie Kaupp, eDiscovery Consultant, Digital Strata, Inc.

Don C. McLaughlin, Jr., Esq., President and CEO, Falcon Discovery

Dan Brassil, Principal Consultant, H5

Kenneth Rashbaum –  Rashbaum Associates LLC

RSVP and reserve your session seat @ EMC’s LegalTech Sessions

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LegalTech Session: Harnessing Search Technology Effectively
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Laws, Regulations, and the Cloud: The Confluence of eDiscovery with Pervasive Governance – 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm – Concourse E

Today, many organizations are looking to the Cloud for answers for controlling escalating information management costs.  However, organizations cannot just be focused on the perceived information technology infrastructure cost savings offered by the Cloud.  Organizations must be equally focused on laws, regulations and information governance issues.  If your organization has governance issues currently, then the Cloud will only exacerbate them.  Discover what the Cloud means to others and why it’s critical to place Pervasive Governance ahead of any Cloud initiative in your organization.

Speakers:

Fiona Schrader, Principle Product Manager Records Retention, Compliance, and Governance

Tom Reding, CRM, EMC – Principal eDiscovery and Compliance Practice

William O’Neil, Jr., Esq., EMC – Principal eDiscovery and Compliance Practice

RSVP and reserve your session seat @ EMC’s LegalTech Sessions

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LegalTech Session: Laws, Regulations, and the Cloud: The Confluence of eDiscovery with Pervasive Governance
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LegalTechNew York, by far, is the most highly anticipated legal technology conference in the world.  Although the industry is broad and it makes a valiant attempt to cover various practice areas, it is predominately driven by eDiscovery solutions providers.  For example, when you look at the marquee sponsors or the workshop presenters, you will notice that the majority of them have eDiscovery products or services.  If you work in a law firm or are a corporate law department and already utilize these services, then LegalTech will provide you numerous additional opportunities to learn more about your practice’s needs.  For those of you whose eDiscovery knowledge is limited, LegalTech is the perfect place to expand your knowledge of the industry.  Here are some tips of how to get the most of the vendor booths in the Exhibitor Hall and the workshops in order to take full advantage of this unique opportunity:

1. Be Prepared – It does not hurt to do a little homework before you arrive.  Research your organizations’ current service providers to see who they are.  Ask your litigation support professionals, IT, or litigation paralegals what their thoughts are of their products and services, and ask them if they are looking at or considering additional providers so that you make sure you visit with them at “The Show.”  If your organization does not have any eDiscovery matters, examine your clients and your current case load and ask yourself, do either of them have electronically stored information (ESI) that might be relevant to win your case?  If so, you should find out how a vendor can help you achieve this goal.
2. Have a general idea of what your needs are and make the vendor sell you on them – The Exhibitor Hall can be an energetic environment full of sales executives looking to educate their potential customers about their products and services.  The best thing to do after the preparation stage, is to know what questions to ask and why.  If you are familiar with eDiscovery services already, then you can make more headway by inquiring what new releases and enhancements of various products will do for you, and/or evaluate foreign solutions to see if their service offerings are better or worse than what you currently have.  Make the vendors earn their keep by selling you their service offerings.  Have them demo their products and services for you and ask for literature and business cards of the individuals that you meet in the event you need to follow up with them.
3. LegalTech Brings Star Power – Rarely, will there be an opportunity to meet face to face with the president and/or CEO, of a multi-million dollar company by merely stopping by their company’s booth.  Or meeting the CTO (Chief Technology Officer) who created the processing, hosting, or collection solution that your firm or organization uses.  Thus, it is imperative that you have a well thought out plan of what you want to learn when you stop by a booth.  You can find out a wealth of information about your current tools as well as learn the ins and outs of new tools that you had no idea even existed.  Cease the moment.
4. Meet the Presenters – After a workshop that is sponsored by an eDiscovery provider, hang around once the presentation is over and meet the executives afterwards.  If you have experience with their tool, let them know what that is, good or bad.  Tell them some issues or problems you may have encountered either with their tool or with other solutions and ask them how their products and services deal with that particular issue.  Moreover, you can also rant a rave if you are a satisfied customer of theirs as well.  The wealth of information and the ability to have a captive audience hear your thoughts and vice cersa is chance of a lifetime.

In summary, eDiscovery providers want to meet you, whether you are an expert or novice.  They want to understand your practice and they want you to learn about their products and services.  Hopefully, the two will coincide and mesh together.  While you are atLegalTechNY, take advantage of the unique opportunities to demo products, ask detailed questions, and learn what is on the horizon for that company and ultimately the industry.  Ask questions, such as “Where do you think the industry is heading?” And review your clients’ needs to see if these vendors will be a contender to meet them in the future.  Above all, have fun and stop by as many booths as you can.

 Kevin L. Nichols is the Principal of KLN Consulting Group located in San Francisco, which specializes in Litigation, Diversity and Business Development/Social Media consulting.

For more information, please visit http://www.klnconsultinggroup.com.

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How to get the most out of eDiscovery Providers at LegalTech NY
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eDiscovery your bag? Interested in attending LegalTech 2012?  Then download the LegalTech Exhibit “Plus” Pass and send it in to LegalTech Headquarters for free pass to the show!

Discover the free LTNY12 exhibit PLUS here!     #LTNY

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LegalTech Exhibit “Plus” Pass…..Free!
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For those of you who have never been to LegalTech New York (LTNY), it is regarded as “the most important” legal technology conference in the world.  Thousands of attendees converge from various continents to the New York Hilton in Mid-Town Manhattan from January 30 through February 1, 2012, to hear panelists and speakers disseminate the latest and most relevant content pertaining to the profession.  The bulk of LTNY consists of education, where there are various “tracks” such as Information Management, Technology in Practice, and Corporate Law Departments designed to provide tips and best practices for lawyers, law firms, and corporate legal departments.  Moreover, there are keynote speakers during morning and lunchtime sessions on various cutting edge topics by high ranking members in the industry.  Last, but not least, the Exhibitor Hall showcases literally hundreds of vendors with booths conducting live demonstrations, handing out marketing materials, and engaging their customer base in person. 

To get the most out of LTNY, here are some tips and tricks that you can use:

1. Plan a head – Visit www.LegalTechShow.com and download the brochure to map out your itinerary for all of the tracks that you are interested in attending.
2. Research – Remember that this is a technology show, so research the vendors that will be in the exhibit hall.  If your firm needs calendaring, docketing, eDiscovery, or early case assessment (“ECA”) software solutions to name a few, research the vendors that will be there so that you can get a live demonstration, attend their workshop, and/or speak with a representative about your specific needs.
3. Communicate – Attendees are surprised when they Tweet about or participate in a LinkedIn group discussion about what they want or need to see at “The Show” (as it is affectionately referred to), and have various vendors respond who are listening.  Tweet using #LTNY or #LegalTech hash tags to communicate with other attendees, including organizing a “Tweet-up” where you all can meet other like minded attendees during The Show.
4. Attend – You will be surprised how many thousands of people are at the hotel and in the keynote sessions versus those that are actually inside the workshops themselves.  It is imperative that people attend the workshops.  Often times, handouts are laid out on all of the chairs in preparation and many of them have to be recycled.  Attending is the most important reason to go to The Show in the first place.
5. Meet the presenters – I have been fortunate to ask questions and meet multiple panelists and workshop presenters from past conferences.  We have connected via LinkedIn and have had the pleasure of working together in various capacities since then.  Bring business cards and ask for them as well.  Get connected via LinkedIn and touch base from time to time so that they remember you.
6. If cost is an issue, visit the Exhibitor Hall and attend Keynote Sessions – Some firms and organizations cannot afford to send their employees to LTNY.  There are other ways to take advantage of The Show.  Registering for the Exhibitor Hall and attending the keynote sessions are usually free to the public.  Please visit www.LegalTechShow.com to confirm and plan accordingly.
7. Take the “Swag” and Marketing Materials – Companies spend thousands of dollars on the developing marketing materials and creative concepts of toys and trinkets to highlight their brand.  Not only should you take them, but read them to see if you have any questions before The Show ends. 
8. Get on the Guest List for Receptions and Night-Time Activities – This is a tricky part.  Many of the receptions are private for vendors’ clients or specific to only law firms/potential clients.  Some of the receptions are publicized in the LTNY brochure and your registration may get you in to one or two.  My recommendation would be to see if you can get on a guest list by contacting some of the sponsors to see if they are hosting events during LTNY or ask any of your existing clients/vendors the same.

This can be a very fun and exciting conference.  It is a wonderful introduction to legal technology.  Depending on whether or not you are a lawyer, litigation support professional, or a vendor, you will have very different experiences.  Vendors will be incredibly welcoming and inviting to those from law firms.  Lawyers and litigation support professionals will be deathly afraid that everyone is a vendor and is out to sell them something.  Regardless who you are, I encourage you all to forget who you are and why you are there and just be friendly to one another.  It makes “The Show,” less of a “show” and more like a professional gathering and exchange of knowledge from thought leaders in legal technology.

Don’t forget to stop by Digital Reef’s booth #1404 to view a demonstration and enter to win great prizes!

Kevin L. Nichols is the Principal of KLN Consulting Group located in San Francisco, which specializes in Litigation, Diversity and Business Development/Social Media consulting.

For more information, please visit http://www.klnconsultinggroup.com.

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Tips and Tricks for LegalTech New York
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With the continuing growth of eDiscovery, rapidly developing case law, and new technologies, the complexities associated with eDiscovery are daunting. The risk of mis-steps during the eDiscovery process weighs on the minds of Corporate Counsel, as well as IT professionals.  What do legal and IT professionals need most? Advice and education from trusted experts and professionals who have been in the eDiscovery trenches.

“eDiscovery and Information Governance is a dynamic and complex market. To be successful with eDiscovery projects and develop broader information governance strategies, teamwork across traditional roles is mandatory,” says James D. Shook, Esq., Director of eDiscovery and Compliance Practice at EMC. “This is our third year of sponsoring a day of thought leadership CLE sessions at LegalTech. With this year’s lineup we have brought together the best legal and technical minds to deliver best practice insights during sessions at Legal Tech in New York.”

EMC is sponsoring the following sessions for CLE credit:

Harnessing Search Technology Effectively

Search has become a cornerstone of all legal technology, from legal research to early case assessment to document review. As search becomes more accessible, it also becomes more powerful, requiring experts in the technology to take full advantage of the available tools. There is still a gap though, as search methodologies used in different stages of a case are vastly different. Case teams need to assess what strategies must be used, engage experts in both subject matter and search technology, and be aware of potential pitfalls. This session will provide attendees an opportunity to hear from experts in the field, preparing them to tackle search more effectively in their own cases.

Speakers:

Charlie Kaupp, eDiscovery Consultant, Digital Strata, Inc.

Don C. McLaughlin, Jr., Esq., President and CEO, Falcon Discovery

Overcoming the FUD To Bring eDiscovery In-House

Bringing more of the eDiscovery process in-house can result in substantial savings and better control over the process.  Yet many corporate IT and in-house counsel are afraid to assume the responsibility for the process.  Listen to a panel of experts discuss the most common concerns and how to overcome them to improve your process.

Speakers:

David Yerich, Esq., Director of eDiscovery at United HealthCare

Ian Campbell, iConect

James D. Shook, Esq., Director of Compliance and eDiscovery team EMC

Security, Hacking, and the Rise of Corporate CyberTerrorism: What every GC must Know!

 The benefits of corporate networks and the Internet, which deliver instant global communications, have accelerated the pace of business.  However, they have also created new vulnerabilities that cyber criminals, nation-states and “hacktivists” have learned to exploit.  Andrew Cohen, Esq., and Branden Williams were part of a team that responded to an advanced cyber attack on RSA in March of 2011.   In this session, you will learn the impact of advanced threats to corporate security, the impact of large scale intellectual property theft, and what every General Counsel must know to help protect corporate interests.  RSA, The Security Division of EMC, provides security, compliance and risk management solutions to organizations throughout the world including 90 percent of Fortune 500 companies.

Speakers:

Andrew Cohen, VP and Associate General Counsel – EMC

Branden Williams, CTO, CISSP, CISM – RSA, an EMC company

Heidi Maher, Esq., EMC – Principal, eDiscovery and Compliance Practice

The Case For Machine Coding in Document Review: A Judicial Perspective

The case for using machine coding and classification of documents in the eDiscovery review process has never been stronger.  As costs and ESI volumes continue to grow, machine coding promises faster, cheaper – and better.  Yet there remain many concerns about how to properly use these technologies, and the potential for risk when used incorrectly.  Hear what a prominent member of the Judiciary and members of the Bar have to say about the promising future – and their concerns for reaching it.

Speakers:

Honorable Andrew J. Peck, United States Magistrate Judge

Ed Larkin, Esq., Partner, Venable LLP

James D. Shook, Esq., Director of Compliance and eDiscovery team EMC

What it takes to have fun as a 30(b)6 witness

We have all heard horror stories, reviewed cases about organizations / defense teams who crashed and burned in court when they brought their ill-prepared, inarticulate, tech heads into the courtroom as “subject-matter-expert” (SME) / 30(b)6 witnesses in Federal Court on electronic records and eDiscovery matters.  Therefore, we have seen many examples of what not to do in those critical / do-or-die situations.  We at EMC thought it was about time someone showed you and explained what an example of an effective 30(b)6 witness looks like in addition, to what it took to prepare, what to do, what not to do and what was learned from the experience.  This session will employ a role-play learning method with a plaintiff as-well-as defense attorneys and our SME witness.

Speakers:

Thomas Reding, CRM

Heidi Maher, Esq.

Richard Vestuto, Esq., Vice President, Client Advisory Services, Merrill Corporation

Laws, Regulations, and the Cloud: The Confluence of eDiscovery with Pervasive Governance

Today, many organizations are looking to the Cloud for answers for controlling escalating information management costs.  However, organizations cannot just be focused on the perceived information technology infrastructure cost savings offered by the Cloud.  Organizations must be equally focused on laws, regulations and information governance issues.  If your organization has governance issues currently, then the Cloud will only exacerbate them.  Discover what the Cloud means to others and why it’s critical to place Pervasive Governance ahead of any Cloud initiative in your organization.

Speakers:

Fiona Schrader, Principle Product Manager Records Retention, Compliance, and Governance

Tom Reding, CRM, EMC – Principal eDiscovery and Compliance Practice

William O’Neil, Jr., Esq., EMC – Principal eDiscovery and Compliance Practice

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Background:

EMC eDiscovery – Kazeon to Sponsor CLE Sessions at LegalTech 2012
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