The International Legal Technology Association’s (ILTA) annual conference ILTACON 2025 is being conducted this week. And we’ve already had several interesting sessions on Monday and Tuesday, including those profiled here and here!  Here are the ILTACON 2025 Wednesday sessions and happenings.

Each day at ILTACON 2025, eDiscovery Today will highlight notable sessions for the day – in most cases, those sessions will relate to eDiscovery, Information Governance, cybersecurity, data privacy, or artificial intelligence (as well as a few other happenings during the week). All times ET.

ILTACON 2025 Wednesday Sessions and Happenings:

11am-Noon:

What’s in a Name? Defining the C-Level Information Governance Leader of Tomorrow (Maryland 2)

As data expands and AI transforms how organizations operate, the next C-level information governance leader must move beyond a traditional focus on policy and compliance. In this forward-looking, collaborative session, we’ll work together to define what tomorrow’s executive IG role should be called, what it should achieve, and the skills required to drive real business value.

Discover how this new leader can:

• Unlock competitive advantage and innovation by bridging information, data, and AI governance
• Shift IG from a “policy enforcer” to a strategic partner in value creation
• Build cross-functional influence—including a close partnership with IT—to harness data and AI responsibly for business growth
• Cultivate a mindset rooted in opportunity, ethics, and results—not just risk management

Ideal for leaders, aspiring executives, and anyone invested in shaping strategy, this session will help you influence what C-level information governance should become—and give actionable insights for your own path forward.

Speakers: Glenn Fischer, Global Director of Information Governance; Michele Gossmeyer, Director of Information Governance; Leigh Zidwick, Senior Director, Information Governance.

Sailing the AI Seas: Navigating Innovation in eDiscovery (National Harbor 2/3)

Dive into the transformative power of AI in eDiscovery. This session will explore how advanced analytics solutions are reshaping document review, data analysis, and case strategy. Panelists will share real-world use cases and discuss ethical considerations when integrating AI into eDiscovery workflows.

Speakers: Stephen Dooley, Director of Electronic Discovery and Litigation Support, Sullivan & Cromwell LLP; Todd Itami, Partner / Director; George Phillips, eData Director of Operations, Morgan, Lewis & Bockius, L.L.P.; Daryl Shetterly, Director, Orrick Analytics, Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP; Cristin Traylor, Senior Director, AI Transformation & Law Firm Strategy, Relativity ODA LLC.

2pm-3pm:

Scope it Out: A Survival Guide to Choosing the Right Tech for Modern Review (Potomac D)

You’re compelled to review and produce 150,000 documents in 2 weeks – what do you do? Join this session to learn about the practical approach to finding the right tech and people to plan your strategy. This session offers a practical roadmap for legal professionals looking to build a modern, flexible document review toolkit. We’ll break down the core differences ‌between review methodologies and explore how GenAI is changing the game, but is not the only option available.

Key takeaways include: defining your key goals and questions, understanding the pros and cons of each tool, and accurately estimating costs and timelines.

Speakers: James Park, Director, AI Consulting, DISCO; Kristin Zmrhal, VP, Product Strategy, DISCO.

Generative AI in e-Discovery: How to Test, Trust, and Thrive in a New AI Era (Maryland A)

As generative AI transforms e-discovery, ensuring its outputs are accurate, consistent, and legally defensible is paramount. This session dives into the critical validation methods organizations can use to build trust in AI-powered workflows, and well as considerations for legal defensibility when using AI. 

Join experts as they explore the strategies you can put into practice, including how to set up effective and robust testing frameworks, implement statistically informative sampling, and choose appropriate metrics. This session is ideal for legal data intelligence teams looking to confidently implement generative AI solutions. Walk away with actionable insights to validate your AI systems and maximize their potential while minimizing risk.

Takeaways:

• Establish trust in the deployment of generative AI tools for e-Discovery
• Gain insights on qualitative assessments of generative AI tools
• Learn methods for quantitative validation of generative AI tools
• Enhance confidence to tackle objections regarding the use of generative AI in e-Discovery

Speakers: Tara Emory, Special Counsel, eDiscovery, AI, and Information Governance, Covington & Burling LLP; Elizabeth Gary, Associate, Morgan, Lewis & Bockius, L.L.P.; Ben Sexton, Vice President, JND Legal Administration; Cristin Traylor, Senior Director, AI Transformation & Law Firm Strategy, Relativity ODA LLC.

Emerging Cybersecurity Threats in Legal Tech (Maryland D)

As technology reshapes the legal industry, sophisticated cybersecurity threats present new challenges for organizations. From AI-driven attacks to vulnerabilities in emerging technologies, staying ahead of these risks is essential to protecting sensitive client data and maintaining trust. This session will explore the latest cybersecurity threats in legal tech and provide actionable strategies to future-proof your organization.  Topics may include:  – Mitigating risks from ransomware – Securing digital transformation initiatives – Leveraging advanced tools like threat intelligence.

Speakers: Gary Berger, Director, Information Security, Ogletree Deakins; David Carns, Chief Information Officer, Beveridge & Diamond, P.C.; Terence Jackson, Customer Security Officer, Microsoft Corporation; Sulabh Upadhyaya, Management Consultant, Kraft & Kennedy, Inc.

3:30pm-4:30pm

Forensics on the Frontlines: Mastering Mobile & Social Media Investigations (National Harbor 2/3)

Delve into the cutting-edge techniques and tools used in mobile and social media investigations in this dynamic session. Explore real-world case studies, learn best practices for preserving data integrity, and gain insights into practical nuances encountered. Whether you’re in litigation support, investigations, or cybersecurity, this session will empower you to tackle the challenges of digital forensics with confidence and expertise.

Speakers: Josh Janow, CEO, SMI Aware; Julie Lewis, President & CEO, Digital Mountain, Inc.; Matthew Rasmussen, CEO and CoFounder, ModeOne.

Creative AI Prompt Showdown (National Harbor 10/11)

Set sail on a thrilling adventure into the uncharted seas of creativity at our prompting contest! Learn from our captains in a quest to uncover the hidden treasures of powerful prompts that spark innovation, imagination, and the hidden gold in your data.

In this interactive session, you’ll learn the secrets of crafting prompts that lead to exceptional AI-generated content. From discovering buried ideas to navigating the high seas of creativity, our expert crew will guide you through practical techniques and challenges. Whether ye be a landlubber or a seasoned pro, this event promises to sharpen your skills and inspire your inner buccaneer.

Sharpen your quills, polish your cutlasses, and prepare to hoist the flag of imagination as we embark on a journey to claim the ultimate prize: the title of Prompting Buccaneer Extraordinaire!

Don’t miss this chance to learn, compete, and revel in the spirit of adventure. Are ye ready to set sail and claim the buried treasure? Join us, or risk walking the plank of mediocrity!

Speakers:. Sean Harrington, Director of Technology Innovation, University of Oklahoma College of Law; Andy Kim, eDiscovery Counsel, Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP.

Here’s a link to the page with the detailed agenda for the week. There’s also a few more happy hours, receptions and other gatherings as this is the last day for those.

So, what do you think?  Are you attending any of the ILTACON 2025 Wednesday sessions?  If you’re here in person, look me up!  And please share any comments you might have or if you’d like to know more about a particular topic.

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