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E-Discovery Innovation: Leveraging Technology, Tools, and Generative AI for Collection and Analysis of ESI

Explore cutting-edge e-discovery methods, AI tools for analyzing ESI, and metadata’s critical role in modern litigation.

2025-03-05 14:00:00

Program Details

2025-03-05 14:00:00

Program Details

2025-03-05 14:00:00

Over 1,000+ webinars

2025-03-05 14:00:00

Course Overview

E-Discovery Innovation Modern Litigation

2025-03-05 14:00:00

Participants will master electronic evidence collection, AI-assisted document review, and metadata analysis for litigation. Apply cutting-edge forensic techniques and AI tools to build stronger cases and avoid critical evidence pitfalls.

Format

CLE Credit

2h CLE Credits

Level

Intermediate

Length

2

Key topics that will be covered

01
ESI Identification
Early ESI identification informs every subsequent step in the discovery lifecycle.
02
Phone Extractions
Full file system forensic extractions are more complete than logical extractions.
03
Ephemeral Messaging
Ephemeral messaging apps delete messages automatically, but related data may remain recoverable.
04
Technology-Assisted Review
TAR uses AI to find relevant documents without reviewing every document individually.
05
AI Hallucinations
Grounding is the primary defense against hallucinations in legal research contexts.
06
AI Autonomy
Attorneys should understand which autonomy level a given AI system operates at.

Program schedule

clock 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm EST

Modern Methods for Obtaining Electronic Evidence

This session explores the full spectrum of ESI sources attorneys encounter in litigation, including mobile devices, cloud accounts, cloud storage, collaborative platforms, and PCs. Practitioners will learn early identification strategies, preservation best practices, and how to pursue ESI from opposing parties through interrogatories, 30(b)(6) depositions, and meet and confer conferences.

Suzanne H. ClarkSuzanne H. Clark
Sean LantermanSean Lanterman
Aron AhmadiaAron Ahmadia
clock 3:00 pm - 3:10 pm EST

Scheduled Break Between Sessions Two and Three

A short recess between the evidence collection and AI tools segments. Attendees are encouraged to return promptly for the continuation of the program.

clock 3:10 pm - 3:40 pm EST

AI Tools Categorizing and Analyzing E-Discovery Data

This session examines how NLP tools and machine learning algorithms—including technology-assisted review (TAR), active learning, and large language models—are transforming the way attorneys manage and review large volumes of ESI. Key concepts such as precision, recall, hallucinations, grounding, and Chain of Thought reasoning are covered alongside practical guidance on using enterprise AI tools safely with client data.

clock 3:40 pm - 4:10 pm EST

Metadata's Critical Role in Modern E-Discovery

This session unpacks how metadata is leveraged throughout the e-discovery process, covering the major types of metadata and the techniques used to extract and analyze it across diverse file formats. Attendees will also explore best practices for metadata management and preservation to ensure evidentiary integrity throughout the litigation lifecycle.

Suzanne H. Clark

Suzanne H. Clark

Beasley Allen Law Firm

Sean Lanterman

Sean Lanterman

Computer Forensic Services

Aron Ahmadia

Aron Ahmadia

Applied Science at Relativity

Suzanne H. Clark

Suzanne H. Clark

Beasley Allen Law Firm

Suzanne H. Clark is Discovery Counsel for the Mass Torts Section of Beasley Allen Law Firm, specializing in eDiscovery and ESI. She is a nationally recognized speaker and panelist in the eDiscovery field, working remotely from Jacksonville.

Education & Credentials

Graduated from the University of Florida; received Certified eDiscovery Specialist (CEDS) designation from ACEDS in 2014; earned the Mass-Tort MDL Certificate from the Bolch Judicial Institute at Duke Law.

Recognition & Leadership

Nationally recognized speaker and panelist in eDiscovery; co-founded the Jacksonville chapter of ACEDS in 2014, which was recognized as national Chapter of the Year; served as faculty for The Sedona Conference eDiscovery Negotiation Training (eDNT) Program in 2022; frequent lecturer at eDiscovery educational events.

Professional Involvement

Serves on the Planning Committee for the annual University of Florida College of Law eDiscovery Conference; Board Member of the Plaintiff's Complex Litigation eDiscovery Forum (CLEF); co-founder and board member of the Jacksonville chapter of ACEDS; past chair of the Jacksonville Bar Association's Legal Technology Committee; past board member of the Jacksonville Women Lawyers Association (JWLA); past member of the Global Advisory Council of the EDRM.

Experience

Began her legal career in 2002; transitioned to full-time eDiscovery focus in 2014; serves as Discovery Counsel for the Mass Torts Section at Beasley Allen Law Firm; from 2019 to 2020, served as Associate Professor at Samford University, Cumberland School of Law, teaching ESI I and ESI II courses for Master of Studies of Law students.
Sean Lanterman

Sean Lanterman

Computer Forensic Services

Sean Lanterman is a digital forensics and information security expert with more than a decade of experience handling complex matters involving electronic evidence in civil and criminal litigation. He is known for his ability to clearly communicate technical findings and provide continuity throughout projects from investigation through testimony.

Education & Credentials

Bachelor's degree with honors from the University of St. Thomas in Minnesota; continued studies at the University of St. Thomas School of Law; licensed to practice law in Minnesota state courts; ongoing training in digital forensics and incident response from the SANS Institute.

Recognition & Leadership

Invited speaker on topics including smartphone evidence, working with experts, and cyber incidents; has provided expertise to national and local news outlets.

Professional Involvement

Member of the GIAC (Global Information Assurance Certification) Advisory Board; member of the International Association of Computer Investigative Specialists (IACIS); member of InfraGard, an intelligence partnership between the FBI and the private sector.

Experience

More than a decade of experience in complex matters involving electronic evidence, including civil and criminal litigation and information security events; identifies actionable facts from digital sources and provides expert reporting and testimony.
Aron Ahmadia

Aron Ahmadia

Applied Science at Relativity

Dr. Aron Ahmadia is the Senior Director for Applied Science at Relativity, leading the development of AI capabilities for Relativity One, including AI-Assisted Review, Analytics, and Search. He is an internationally recognized expert in machine learning and artificial intelligence, with specializations in AI in Legal Discovery, Model Risk Management, and Responsible AI.

Education & Credentials

Ph.D. in Applied Math from Columbia University; B.S. in Computer Engineering from the Illinois Institute of Technology; previously held an adjunct faculty position at George Washington University; inaugural Professor of Computer Science at KAUST.

Recognition & Leadership

Internationally recognized expert on machine learning and artificial intelligence; taught one of the first coed classes in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia at KAUST.

Professional Involvement

Adjunct faculty at George Washington University; inaugural Professor of Computer Science at KAUST; collaboration with various US government agencies including domestic intelligence, regulatory, security, and space agencies.

Experience

Senior Director for Applied Science at Relativity leading AI capabilities development; previously an accredited Model Risk Officer in the Model Risk Office at Capital One, supporting deployment decisions for AI and machine learning in fraud defense, underwriting, and digital services; collaborated with various US domestic intelligence, regulatory, security, and space agencies on novel information management systems.
Suzanne H. Clark

Suzanne H. Clark

Beasley Allen Law Firm

Suzanne H. Clark is Discovery Counsel for the Mass Torts Section of Beasley Allen Law Firm, specializing in eDiscovery and ESI. She is a nationally recognized speaker and panelist in the eDiscovery field, working remotely from Jacksonville.

Education & Credentials

Graduated from the University of Florida; received Certified eDiscovery Specialist (CEDS) designation from ACEDS in 2014; earned the Mass-Tort MDL Certificate from the Bolch Judicial Institute at Duke Law.

Recognition & Leadership

Nationally recognized speaker and panelist in eDiscovery; co-founded the Jacksonville chapter of ACEDS in 2014, which was recognized as national Chapter of the Year; served as faculty for The Sedona Conference eDiscovery Negotiation Training (eDNT) Program in 2022; frequent lecturer at eDiscovery educational events.

Professional Involvement

Serves on the Planning Committee for the annual University of Florida College of Law eDiscovery Conference; Board Member of the Plaintiff's Complex Litigation eDiscovery Forum (CLEF); co-founder and board member of the Jacksonville chapter of ACEDS; past chair of the Jacksonville Bar Association's Legal Technology Committee; past board member of the Jacksonville Women Lawyers Association (JWLA); past member of the Global Advisory Council of the EDRM.

Experience

Began her legal career in 2002; transitioned to full-time eDiscovery focus in 2014; serves as Discovery Counsel for the Mass Torts Section at Beasley Allen Law Firm; from 2019 to 2020, served as Associate Professor at Samford University, Cumberland School of Law, teaching ESI I and ESI II courses for Master of Studies of Law students.
Sean Lanterman

Sean Lanterman

Computer Forensic Services

Sean Lanterman is a digital forensics and information security expert with more than a decade of experience handling complex matters involving electronic evidence in civil and criminal litigation. He is known for his ability to clearly communicate technical findings and provide continuity throughout projects from investigation through testimony.

Education & Credentials

Bachelor's degree with honors from the University of St. Thomas in Minnesota; continued studies at the University of St. Thomas School of Law; licensed to practice law in Minnesota state courts; ongoing training in digital forensics and incident response from the SANS Institute.

Recognition & Leadership

Invited speaker on topics including smartphone evidence, working with experts, and cyber incidents; has provided expertise to national and local news outlets.

Professional Involvement

Member of the GIAC (Global Information Assurance Certification) Advisory Board; member of the International Association of Computer Investigative Specialists (IACIS); member of InfraGard, an intelligence partnership between the FBI and the private sector.

Experience

More than a decade of experience in complex matters involving electronic evidence, including civil and criminal litigation and information security events; identifies actionable facts from digital sources and provides expert reporting and testimony.
Aron Ahmadia

Aron Ahmadia

Applied Science at Relativity

Dr. Aron Ahmadia is the Senior Director for Applied Science at Relativity, leading the development of AI capabilities for Relativity One, including AI-Assisted Review, Analytics, and Search. He is an internationally recognized expert in machine learning and artificial intelligence, with specializations in AI in Legal Discovery, Model Risk Management, and Responsible AI.

Education & Credentials

Ph.D. in Applied Math from Columbia University; B.S. in Computer Engineering from the Illinois Institute of Technology; previously held an adjunct faculty position at George Washington University; inaugural Professor of Computer Science at KAUST.

Recognition & Leadership

Internationally recognized expert on machine learning and artificial intelligence; taught one of the first coed classes in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia at KAUST.

Professional Involvement

Adjunct faculty at George Washington University; inaugural Professor of Computer Science at KAUST; collaboration with various US government agencies including domestic intelligence, regulatory, security, and space agencies.

Experience

Senior Director for Applied Science at Relativity leading AI capabilities development; previously an accredited Model Risk Officer in the Model Risk Office at Capital One, supporting deployment decisions for AI and machine learning in fraud defense, underwriting, and digital services; collaborated with various US domestic intelligence, regulatory, security, and space agencies on novel information management systems.

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