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

Each day at ILTACON 2025, eDiscovery Today has been highlighting 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 Thursday Sessions and Happenings:

11am-Noon:

Realizing Value With Your Data Science Team: Notebook to Production (National Harbor 2/3)

Join our panel of experienced AI engineers and technical leaders as they share their insights about transitioning AI systems from experimental notebooks to production environments. This panel will explore critical challenges and practical solutions in building production-grade AI systems. Attendees will gain practical insights from those who’ve navigated these challenges, learning valuable strategies to confidently move their own AI applications from prototype to production.

Speakers: Tricia Dachel, Sr. Manager of Business Process & Solutions, Foley & Lardner LLP; Matthew Dunne, Practice Innovation Analyst, Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP.

The Yin & Yang of Cybersecurity in eDiscovery (Maryland D)

This session will examine the critical interplay between protecting sensitive data and ensuring efficient, compliant access to electronic evidence. We will cover best practices for safeguarding client information, navigating data privacy concerns, and addressing the risks of cyber threats, all while maintaining the integrity of the eDiscovery process. Perfect for legal professionals, IT specialists, and anyone involved in managing digital evidence, this session will help you master the delicate balance necessary to succeed in the evolving cybersecurity landscape.

Speakers: James Jansen, Consilio; Monette Smith, Director of Technology and Consulting Services, Alston & Bird; Paul Wittekind, Director of Knowledge and Legal Process Solutions, Porzio, Bromberg & Newman, P.C.

2pm-3pm:

Titans vs. Trailblazers: Choosing eDiscovery and Practice Support Solutions (National Harbor 2/3)

[Microlearning Session] We dive into the competitive landscape of eDiscovery and legal practice support tools. This session will compare traditional, large-scale solutions (“Titans”) with innovative, cutting-edge platforms (“Trailblazers”) that are reshaping the industry. Participants will learn how to evaluate and choose the right tools for their firm’s needs, balancing factors like cost, scalability, security, and user experience. Whether you’re part of a large enterprise or a boutique practice, this session will help you navigate the diverse options and find the best solutions to optimize your eDiscovery and practice support workflow. From docketing to discovery, this session will examine eDiscovery, Litigation Support and Practice Support Solutions.

Speakers: Max Gladstone, Director of Innovation, Troutman Pepper Locke LLP; Will Norton, CEO, SimplyAgree; Brett Roman, Goulston & Storrs, P.C.

Legal Collaboration with Microsoft Loop (Maryland D)

Join us for 3 engaging micro-sessions to discover how Microsoft Loop can revolutionize collaboration within your legal team. We’ll begin with sessions on Exploring Loop Workspaces (Demo Format), Seamless Collaboration with Microsoft Loop (Demo Format) and Administrating and Governing Microsoft Loop. You’ll learn how to create and update shared, interactive elements like checklists, notes, and tables in real-time across Microsoft apps like Teams, Outlook, and Word, ensuring smooth and efficient information sharing and teamwork, no matter where you are.

Speakers: Mike McBride, M365 Modern Workplace Engineer, Bricker Graydon; Jeffrey Roach, President, Encoretech, Inc.; Ramon Romero Andrade, Director, Change, Strategy and Enablement, Encoretech, Inc.

3:30pm-4:30pm

Unmasking Synthetic Media and Deepfakes (National Harbor 2/3)

Explore the rapidly evolving world of synthetic media and deepfakes in this engaging session. Learn how artificial intelligence is used to create hyper-realistic content, including manipulated videos, audio, and images, and discover the profound implications for society, privacy, and information integrity. This session will provide an overview of the technology behind deepfakes, practical tools for identifying them, and strategies to navigate the ethical and security challenges they present.

Speakers: Sergey Demyanov, Founder & CEO, Discover Beagle, Inc.; David Greetham, VP of Digital Forensics, Level Legal.

Here’s a link to the page with the detailed agenda for the week.

So, what do you think?  Are you attending any of the ILTACON 2025 Thursday 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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