ACEDS

Microsoft Office 365 eDiscovery Session for Corporate Law Depts: Part I
2021-09-14 13:00 - 14:00 UTC
Join the ACEDS Toronto Chapter for an educational event

In Part One of their Two-Part Series, Jennifer Knox, Rachi Messing and Nick Robinson will explore ediscovery and information governance functionality available within Microsoft Office 365. Attendees will be provided with a walk through of ediscovery and information governance tools within Microsoft Office 365 that can be used to identify, hold, search and export content.
Moderator:
Carolyn Anger, Senior Director, Consilio
Carolyn E Anger is a Senior Director at Consilio and is the Founder and Director of Anger & Associates, based in Toronto, Canada. As a Legal Technologist & eDiscovery Strategist she began her career as a Systems Integrator before specializing in the area of discovery management, court modernization, and litigation technology. She is based in Toronto but has worked across Canada and the United States.
Speakers:
Jennifer Knox, Director, Consilio
Jennifer is a Director in the Consilio Consulting Group. Jennifer’s broad data analytics and eDiscovery industry experience includes technical product and service delivery, largely in the Financial Services space. In these roles, Jennifer worked closely with Legal, Records Management, and Information Security teams to drive Legal and Information Governance technology strategy, while protecting critical enterprise information. In her current role, Jennifer works with Consilio’s enterprise clients on a variety of eDiscovery and data management issues including sensitive data analytics, document categorization, and Office365 cloud functionality. Jennifer frequently speaks on these topics to clients and at industry events. Jennifer previously managed the teams responsible for Consilio’s world-class operational and technology solutions, delivering fast, accurate, secure, and scalable data solutions for clients. Additionally, Jennifer managed Legal Technology application development teams tasked with the delivery of patented technology to Legal, Compliance and Regulatory Audit divisions.
Rachi Messing, Senior Program Manager, Microsoft
Rachi is a Senior Program Manager at Microsoft in the Corporate, External, & Legal Affairs department based out of their Israel office. In his current role he works to promote and manage the usage of advanced technology solutions allowing the eDiscovery team to be efficient and effective in handling their active docket. Formerly part of the Equivio management team, he joined Microsoft through the acquisition in January 2015 where he spent three years working in the Office 365 Information Protection product group managing their eDiscovery, Data Governance and Compliance features. His 20 years in the global Compliance industry have seen him develop technology strategy for both the Service Provider and Software development space.
Nick Robinson, Principal Program Manager, Microsoft
Nick is a Principal Program manager in the Microsoft 365 Security, Compliance & Management team focused on the eDiscovery solution area. Nick brings experience in product marketing, customer experience and product management to his role helping to define features that will help customers reduce the time and cost associated with common eDiscovery workflows.
Sponsored by: Consilio

Microsoft Office 365 eDiscovery Session for Corporate Law Depts: Part II
2021-09-29 13:00 - 14:00 UTC
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In Part Two of their Two-Part Series, Jennifer Knox, Rachi Messing and Nick Robinson explore practical use cases for deploying ediscovery and information governance functionality within Microsoft Office 365. The session will build on the foundational elements explored in Part One and provide attendees with guidance and recommended practices to implement workflows for common ediscovery and information governance challenges.
Moderator:
Carolyn Anger, Senior Director, Consilio
Carolyn E Anger is a Senior Director at Consilio and is the Founder and Director of Anger & Associates, based in Toronto, Canada. As a Legal Technologist & eDiscovery Strategist she began her career as a Systems Integrator before specializing in the area of discovery management, court modernization, and litigation technology. She is based in Toronto but has worked across Canada and the United States.
Speakers:
Jennifer Knox, Director, Consilio
Jennifer is a Director in the Consilio Consulting Group. Jennifer’s broad data analytics and eDiscovery industry experience includes technical product and service delivery, largely in the Financial Services space. In these roles, Jennifer worked closely with Legal, Records Management, and Information Security teams to drive Legal and Information Governance technology strategy, while protecting critical enterprise information. In her current role, Jennifer works with Consilio’s enterprise clients on a variety of eDiscovery and data management issues including sensitive data analytics, document categorization, and Office365 cloud functionality. Jennifer frequently speaks on these topics to clients and at industry events. Jennifer previously managed the teams responsible for Consilio’s world-class operational and technology solutions, delivering fast, accurate, secure, and scalable data solutions for clients. Additionally, Jennifer managed Legal Technology application development teams tasked with the delivery of patented technology to Legal, Compliance and Regulatory Audit divisions.
Rachi Messing, Senior Program Manager, Microsoft
Rachi is a Senior Program Manager at Microsoft in the Corporate, External, & Legal Affairs department based out of their Israel office. In his current role he works to promote and manage the usage of advanced technology solutions allowing the eDiscovery team to be efficient and effective in handling their active docket. Formerly part of the Equivio management team, he joined Microsoft through the acquisition in January 2015 where he spent three years working in the Office 365 Information Protection product group managing their eDiscovery, Data Governance and Compliance features. His 20 years in the global Compliance industry have seen him develop technology strategy for both the Service Provider and Software development space.
Nick Robinson, Principal Program Manager, Microsoft
Nick is a Principal Program manager in the Microsoft 365 Security, Compliance & Management team focused on the eDiscovery solution area. Nick brings experience in product marketing, customer experience and product management to his role helping to define features that will help customers reduce the time and cost associated with common eDiscovery workflows.
Sponsored by: Consilio

Operationalizing Data Privacy in Today’s Landscape
2021-10-28 12:00 - 13:00 UTC
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With ever-evolving privacy regulations and compliance requirements, this session will explore the technologies available for operationalizing and managing your data privacy program. Join Epiq for a discussion on the similarities and difference between regulations as it relates to compliance obligations; the practical implications for organization’s privacy compliance; and the common workflows and procedures utilized today, including available technology options.
Moderator:
Lauren Fishman, Vice President, MT>3, a division of McCarthy Tétrault LLP
Lauren Fishman is Vice President and a lawyer at MT>3, a division of McCarthy Tétrault LLP. She has over 15 years of e-Discovery experience. Her practice involves providing advice to clients on e-Discovery, litigation management and information governance (“IG”) matters. Lauren is knowledgeable about e-Discovery best practices and technology with experience managing the complete e-Discovery process – from identification, preservation and collection through to analysis of large data sets using technology, complex electronic document reviews and production. Lauren also advises clients on IG best practices and guidelines for managing electronic information, including implementation strategies. She provides advice to clients on data retention requirements, record classification plans and retention schedules, and provides legal advice and opinions regarding digitization and defensible disposition and remediation, with a focus on leveraging technology to implement this advice. Lauren is actively involved in the e-Discovery community. She is an active member of Sedona Canada, a Director at Large of the Toronto ACEDS chapter, and the former Director of the Toronto Chapter of Women in e-Discovery (WiE).
Speaker:
Trena Patton, Solutions Architect, Epiq
Trena consults with corporate and law firm clients in the area of electronic discovery in building and maintaining high-quality and efficient workflows and processes. Trena is a drafting team leader for the Sedona Conference WG1 Commentary on Managing eDiscovery in Small Cases and served as the Charlotte Chapter Director of Women in eDiscovery. Trena holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting & Finance from UNC Greensboro, a Master of Science in Accounting from College of Charleston and a Juris Doctor from Valparaiso University.
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Demystifying CaseLines
2021-11-17 11:00 - 12:00 UTC
Join the ACEDS Toronto Chapter for a webinar

Canadian Courts have taken strides in introducing electronic tools to assist the judiciary to forge ahead in a virtual environment. CaseLines is a front runner in providing a platform to simplified management and sharing of evidence. The adoption of this robust trial software has provided a relatively seamless pivot to conducting virtual trials. Join us on Wednesday, November 17 at 1PM to learn best practices, Court adoption and hear practical tips in using CaseLines. This extremely knowledgeable panel will provide key advice and share their experiences in using CaseLines at Court and beyond.
Moderator:

Stephanie Mills is an e-Discovery & Litigation Case Manager at Cassels. She has extensive experience in civil litigation with an emphasis on intellectual property law, franchise law, and class actions. Stephanie specifically offers experience with the management of evidence as it pertains to discovery and trial preparation and recently assisted in such capacity with a multiple-week hearing. In addition, Stephanie uses cutting edge technology such as Artificial Intelligence and Technology Assisted Review to achieve efficient and successful resolutions for our clients.
Panelists:

As Manager of Litigation Support & eDiscovery at Gowlings, Gretel oversees the day to day operations of Gowling WLG’s eDiscovery Management Group providing cost effective, proportionate and defensible eDiscovery strategies, advice, case management and litigation support to Gowling and its clients.

As a member of the Miller Thomson eDiscovery Services group, Tracy provides electronic evidence and e-trial support at the national level. She uses technology to assist clients in developing strategies to cull data and assist with evidence preservation, collection and overall document management.

Clare Mauro is a senior member of Tory’s Litigation and Dispute Resolution Practice. Clare specializes in litigation technology and is responsible for the oversight of litigation law clerks and the delivery of ediscovery services at Torys. Clare works closely with our lawyers to develop and implement the best combination of legal processes, project management and technology to deliver efficient legal services to our clients that reflect Torys’ high quality standard.

As an eDiscovery and product specialist at Thomson Reuters in Toronto, Betty provides consulting to law firms, corporations, and litigation departments of various government branches. Acting as a liaison between Thomson Reuters’ sales professionals and customers, Betty provides extensive knowledge and information to clients regarding Thomson Reuters’ legal solutions. Betty has over two decades of legal experience working in legal technology and eDiscovery. She has extensive experience in eDiscovery procedures and project management of large litigation files.

Canadian Salary Survey Results
2022-05-17 16:00 - 17:00 UTC
Join the ACEDS Toronto and Vancouver chapters to review and discuss the results of the 2021 Canadian E-Discovery Salary Survey.

In the fall of 2021, we conducted a survey of e-discovery professionals to gain insight into salary and compensation trends across Canada. Information was solicited from lawyers, paralegals and other legal professionals through a web-based survey.
In this webinar, we will share the results of this survey and discuss the range of compensation for e-discovery professionals across Canada to help attendees gain a better understanding of baseline job duties and required skillsets for several jobs in e-discovery, along with compensation ranges and trends in education, skills and certifications.

Wait, Aren’t They the Same Thing?! TAR v. CAL Duel
2022-10-06 12:00 - 13:00 UTC
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Join our data scientist panel and legal experts for an informative and deep dive discussion into the realm of “Intelligence” in our industry and thoughts on which predictive solutions are best for different types of data situations. Listen and engage as we explore Technology Assisted Review (TAR), Continuous Active Learning (CAL), and other approaches to data sets used in the legal community.

Moderator:

Ceyda Tocsoy, Director, eDiscovery Services
Ceyda is a nationally recognized industry expert with an extensive background in designing, building and implementing litigation support and eDiscovery services. She holds multiple industry related certifications and in her current role as Director of eDiscovery Services, Ceyda’s reputation for exceptional service stems from a balance of strategic and hands-on approach.
She consults on complex eDiscovery and technology matters and oversees major projects with a keen focus on the fulfillment of client objectives. Clients look to Ceyda for guidance, counsel and direction when choosing the appropriate best practice solution for their cases.
Ceyda regularly speaks at various industry related conferences, seminars and at colleges throughout North America and publishes articles or posts blogs related to the field of eDiscovery. Her industry experience at various law firms combined with her experiences at renown litigation support and eDiscovery service bureaus have contributed to her more than 30 years of experience in the legal industry.

Presenters:

Jeremy Pickens, Chief Data Scientist, Conga
Jeremy Pickens, PhD is an information retrieval research scientist and a pioneer in the field of collaborative exploratory search, a form of information seeking in which a group of people who share a common, active information need are mediated and enhanced by machine learning. While at Catalyst Repository Systems and later OpenText, Dr. Pickens spearheaded the development of Insight Predict, the first commercially available TAR 2.0 tool, which also included the first continuous diversification algorithm in the eDiscovery space. Recently, he led the development of a radically reimagined way of creating and utilizing privilege logs that drastically reduces the human effort needed. Now as Chief Scientist at Conga, he applies similar process-oriented intelligent algorithms to the contract AI space. Dr. Pickens earned his doctoral degree at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. He conducted his post-doctoral work at King’s College, London and has conducted basic and applied research at FX Palo Alto Lab, Inc. He continues to organize research workshops and speak at scientific conferences around the world and has several patents in the field of information retrieval.

Lilith Bat-Leah, Vice President, Data Services, Digital Prism Advisors, Inc.
Lilith specializes in the strategic application of data science, AI/machine learning, and analytics. Her goal is to guide stakeholders through technical considerations that impact risk and cost to arm them with the information and resources they need to make the best decisions for their organizations.

Emoji in the Workplace – What You Need to Know
2022-11-03 12:00 - 13:00 UTC
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The percentage of the connected population utilizing emoji in the workplace has increased from 33% in 2016 to 77% today. More than 26 million custom emoji have been created in Slack and the use of emoji in Teams is universal, revolutionizing the way we communicate. Some employees have entire discussions in emoji, and it only takes one emoji to change the meaning of a message. This session gives an overview of the benefits, challenges and risks associated with emoji (including case law) and provides practical solutions for the problems emoji present.

Moderator:

Chris Walker, Senior Manager, Forensic Technology (KPMG LLP)
Chris is a Senior Manager in KPMG’s Forensic Technology practice with over 15 years of eDiscovery, digital forensic and documentary evidence management experience. Chris’ practice involves providing advice to clients on eDiscovery, information governance, digital forensic and cybersecurity related matters. Chris frequently provides advice on leading practices associated with data security, data collection and analysis as well as identifying appropriate and cost-effective solutions to project management and technology challenges.

Presenter:

Matt Mahon, Executive Director, Discovery Services (TrustPoint.One)
Matt Mahon has 15 years of experience supporting organizations with information governance and eDiscovery strategies including litigation hold, preservation, collection, data processing, review and production. Matt delivers CLE presentations, and is a frequent speaker and writer on topics including emoji, internet of things, information governance and eDiscovery. Matt earned his B.A. in Mathematics and Applied Sciences from UC San Diego and is certified as an eDiscovery Specialist and Information Governance Professional.

ACEDS and WiE Holiday Event
2022-11-22 17:30 - 20:30 (America/Toronto) | SPIN Toronto, 461 King Street West, Toronto, ON M5V 1K4, Toronto, M5V 1K4, CA
Celebrate the holiday season with the Toronto Chapters of WiE and ACEDS!

Canadian eDiscovery Caselaw Year in Review
2023-02-02 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Toronto)
Join us for a comprehensive review of the key Canadian eDiscovery case law decisions from the past year.

Join us for a comprehensive review of the key Canadian eDiscovery case law decisions from the past year. Our experienced panel of legal experts will provide in-depth analysis of the most significant cases and their impact on the practice of eDiscovery in Canada. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions and engage in a lively discussion with our panel. This webinar is a must-attend for in-house counsel, litigation lawyers, and eDiscovery professionals.
Speakers
C﻿hris Walker, Senior Manager, Forensic Technology, KPMG
Chris is a Senior Manager in KPMG’s Forensic Technology practice with over 15 years of eDiscovery, digital forensic and cyber security experience. Chris frequently works in collaboration with clients to develop custom proactive and reactive responses to eDiscovery, digital forensic and cyber security threats.
Chris is recognized by Law Business Research’s Who’s Who Legal Canada as a leading eDiscovery practitioner in Canada. He has extensively worked on various eDiscovery projects, insider threat investigations, cyber incident response investigations, digital forensic investigations and with respect to the development and implementation of governance frameworks associated with security controls. Chris’ experience enables him to identify, implement and operationalize appropriate and cost-effective solutions to technology and security challenges.

Michael Lalande, Senior Director, FTI Consulting
Michael Lalande is listed as a National Leader in eDiscovery with Who’s Who Legal. Former eDiscovery counsel, now engaged as a Senior Director at FTI Consulting, Mr. Lalande’s main focus is on eDiscovery and Digital evidence. He has authored several eDiscovery academic publications, chapters of books, and Sedona Canada Principles. Mr. Lalande is a member of the Digital Evidence eDiscovery Working Group, Sedona Conference, and the EDRM working group.

Gordon Lee, eDiscovery Lawyer, Vice President, MT>3 (a division of McCarthy Tétrault LLP)
Gordon Lee is a lawyer at MT>3, a division of McCarthy Tétrault. His practice covers all phases of e-Discovery and information governance, with a particular focus on leveraging legal technology for complex data analysis. Gordon advises clients on a wide range of litigation and regulatory matters, including class actions, large-scale commercial litigation, and Competition Bureau Supplementary Information Requests. He has worked with clients on Information Governance projects across various industries, including banking, finance, retail, manufacturing, professional services, and transportation. Gordon frequently provides advice on best practices for data retention, defensible disposition, legal holds, and privacy. Prior to his current role in e-Discovery, Gordon worked for the Ministry of the Attorney General on a prominent public inquiry and practiced in insurance defence litigation.

Jennifer Thompson, Head, Osler Works – Disputes, Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP
Jennifer Thompson is the Head of Osler Works – Disputes, which houses Osler’s Discovery Management Services, along with many other innovative litigation solutions. Jennifer’s previous commercial litigation, project management and knowledge management experience make her uniquely positioned to facilitate Osler’s efficient and effective delivery of cutting-edge legal services. Jennifer and her team accomplish this by working with all members of the Litigation Department to ensure that the legal, intellectual and practical expertise of each member is captured and readily accessible to all legal professionals at Osler. Jennifer also leads the continuous assessment and development of legal technology in the Litigation Department and facilitates the education and training of Osler litigators and clients with respect to new developments in this area.

eDiscovery Year in Review: Technologies, Workflows and General Developments
2023-02-16 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto)
This eDiscovery Year in Review webinar will discuss emerging technologies, workflows, and developments in the eDiscovery industry.

Join us for the eDiscovery Year in Review webinar where we will discuss emerging technologies, workflows, and developments in the eDiscovery industry.
This lively panel discussion will cover a range of topics including artificial intelligence, machine learning, and automation, which are increasingly being used to streamline eDiscovery processes and improve efficiency. The event will also touch on current challenges and trends in the eDiscovery industry, including the increasing volume of data, the need for collaboration and communication among stakeholders, and the growing importance of defensible and repeatable processes.

Speakers
Chris Walker (Moderator), Senior Manager, Forensic Technology, KPMG
Chris is a Senior Manager in KPMG’s Forensic Technology practice with over 15 years of eDiscovery, digital forensic and cyber security experience. Chris frequently works in collaboration with clients to develop custom proactive and reactive responses to eDiscovery, digital forensic and cyber security threats.
Chris is recognized by Law Business Research’s Who’s Who Legal Canada as a leading eDiscovery practitioner in Canada. He has extensively worked on various eDiscovery projects, insider threat investigations, cyber incident response investigations, digital forensic investigations and with respect to the development and implementation of governance frameworks associated with security controls. Prior to joining KPMG, Chris worked at two of Canada’s leading national law firms where he was responsible for overseeing technology focused investigations, strategic engagement planning and execution, financial management, innovation and growth, risk management and business development initiatives. Chris has worked with clients on projects across various industries, including banking, construction, finance, government, manufacturing and professional services. Chris’ experience enables him to identify, implement and operationalize appropriate and cost-effective solutions to technology and security challenges.

Ian Campbell, President & CEO of iCONECT
Ian Campbell is President & CEO of iCONECT, a global market leader in producing cutting-edge innovative eDiscovery Document Review software used by leading law firms in some of the world’s most complex legal cases. He is responsible for sales operations and business development, product lifecycle development and partner relations. A key priority is cross-marketing the iCONECT platform to the plaintiff, medical, government, corporate, and police services industries.

Doug Austin, Editor of eDiscovery Today
Doug Austin is the Editor of eDiscovery Today, a daily blog about eDiscovery, cybersecurity, data privacy and information governance trends, best practices and case law. Doug is an established eDiscovery thought leader with over 30 years of experience providing eDiscovery best practices, legal technology consulting and technical project management services to numerous commercial and government clients. Doug has published a daily blog since 2010 and has written numerous articles and white papers, receiving the JD Supra Readers Choice Award as a Top eDiscovery Author and Top Cybersecurity Author. Doug has presented at numerous webcasts, events and conferences, including Legaltech New York, ILTACON, Relativity Fest, University of Florida E-Discovery Conference, Masters Conference and many local and regional conferences.

Gretel Best, Manager of Litigation Support & eDiscovery, Gowlings WLG
Gretel Best is a senior law clerk and manager of litigation support & eDiscovery at Gowling WLG. Focusing primarily on large corporate/commercial litigation matters, Gretel assists clients and legal professionals in all areas of litigation — including documentary production, examinations for discovery, trials, appeals, inquiries, arbitrations and small claims court matters.
She has particularly extensive experience in large electronic discovery matters, as well as forensic electronic document preservation, collection and review for the purposes of litigation. This experience is underpinned by a sophisticated knowledge of various eDiscovery litigation support software platforms, including Relativity, AD Summation, iCONECT, Caselogistix, Clearwell and Ringtail.
Gretel is a Relativity Certified Administrator, an ACEDS Certified eDiscovery Specialist and holds an Osgoode Hall Law School Certificate in eDiscovery, Records Management, Information Governance and Privacy.

Discovering Canadian-Made Ediscovery Resources: A Guide for Professionals
2023-05-16 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Toronto)
In this webinar, you’ll gain valuable insights into the latest tools and resources available to support your work in ediscovery.

We are thrilled to invite you to a must-attend webinar hosted by the Toronto chapter of ACEDS on May 16th, 1-2 pm EST. “Discovering Canadian-Made Ediscovery Resources: A Guide for Professionals” is an event you won’t want to miss!
In this webinar, you’ll gain valuable insights into the latest tools and resources available to support your work in ediscovery. Stay up to date with the ever-evolving world of ediscovery and discover the best Canadian-made resources for professionals like you. This webinar will provide attendees with valuable insights into the tools and resources available to support their work. Register to discover some of the best Canadian-made resources for professionals like you!
In addition, we will be holding a draw for eight copies of the book “E-Discovery and Information Governance in Canada, 4th Edition”. This book is an essential resource for ediscovery professionals in Canada, and we are excited to offer it as a prize to eight lucky attendees who will be drawn after the webinar. We are also pleased to announce that this event is sponsored by Consilio, a leading provider of ediscovery and information governance solutions.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from industry experts! Register now to secure your spot. We look forward to seeing you at the webinar!
This event is proudly sponsored by Consilio, a leading provider of ediscovery and information governance solutions.

Speakers:
Susan Wortzman- MT>3
Lauren Fishman- MT>3
Robin Cardillo-Norton Rose Fulbright LLP
Chris Walker – KPMG

Moderator:
Carolyn Anger – Consilio

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Deciphering the Future: ChatGPT's Role in Transforming the Legal Industry
2023-05-25 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Toronto)
Deciphering the Future: ChatGPT’s Role in Transforming the Legal Industry

Josh Kubicki, Director of Legal Innovation and Entrepreneurship and Assistant Professor of Legal Practice, Richmond University School of Law discusses the fascinating intersection of artificial intelligence and law, specifically focusing on the revolutionary AI model, ChatGPT.
We’ll trace the evolution of ChatGPT, demystify how it works, and explore its practical implications in the legal sector. From enhancing efficiency and accuracy to reshaping job roles and ethical considerations, we’ll delve into this AI tool’s current and potential impacts on the legal industry.
Witness a live demonstration of ChatGPT and join the discussion on the future of AI in the legal sector. This session is essential for legal professionals, students, and anyone intrigued by the integration of AI in law. Come, let’s decode the future together!

ACEDS Toronto Holiday Party
2023-11-29 17:30 - 20:30 (America/Toronto) | PAR BAR Topgolf Swing Suite, 525 Bay Street, Toronto, ON M5G 2L2, Toronto, M5G 2L2, CA
Join us for the ultimate ACEDS Toronto Holiday Party, a festive in-person gathering on November 29, 2023, at 5:30 PM!

🎉✨ Get ready to jingle and mingle with ACEDS Toronto courtesy of generous sponsorship by Consilio and Reveal! ✨🎉

It’s that time of the year, and we’re throwing the merriest bash to start the holiday season with a swing! 🏌️‍♂️🥳

Mark your calendars for November 29th, from 5:30 to 8:30 pm, because PAR BAR Topgolf Swing Suite is our festive playground! Nestled in the Mariott Hotel, this is your exclusive ticket to an evening where fun is par for the course! RSVP is required. Non-members will pay a small fee to attend which will be donated to HIP (Honouring Indigenous Peoples).

Imagine a place where the clink of glasses harmonizes with the joyful thrum of virtual games – that’s where you’ll find us, in an intimate lounge hugged by two semi-private bays and gigantic screens just begging for you to score on!

Whether you’re the next Brooke Henderson or just there to putt a smile on your face, grab a club or just your sense of adventure, team up with pals and make some holiday memories!
Stroll in post-work to the PAR BAR and let the evening unwind. With a menu boasting a variety of yummy bites and ready-to-sip delights there’s a treat for every taste.

🍹🍢 So don your festive attire and let’s toast to the season! Please remember that if you are planning to consume alcohol, please plan ahead with a designated driver or use public transportation.

We look forward to seeing you soon! 🏌️‍♂️🥳

2023 eDiscovery Case Law in Review
2024-02-08 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Toronto) | Online Event
Get ready for the 2023 Case Law in Review, where we’ll dissect and discuss the most intriguing legal cases of the year.

Welcome to the 2023 eDiscovery Case Law in Review! Join us online on Thu Feb 08 2024 at 1:00 PM (Eastern Standard Time) for an exciting discussion on the most noteworthy legal cases of 2023. This event is a fantastic opportunity to stay up-to-date with recent legal developments and gain valuable insights from industry experts. Mark your calendars and be ready to delve into the fascinating world of case law!

Legal Innovation Forum (LIF) Montreal
2024-03-27
Join the ACEDS Toronto Chapter at the Legal Innovation Forum (LIF) in Montreal on Wednesday, March 27, 2024. PLUS—Save 20% with code ACEDS_MTL24
This year’s edition focuses on the unifying theme: Defining new paths forward in an evolving legal ecosystem. A myriad of significant changes are currently occurring in the legal ecosystem. Generative AI and other cutting-edge technologies are booming. A new generation of leaders is taking over. Long-standing business models are being challenged. The level of complexity and risk continues to grow, not only in the legal sector, but also in the economy in general, creating new challenges to be met. To address opportunities and mitigate emerging risks, we are adopting revolutionary approaches focused on leadership, innovation and collaboration between industry specialists (law firms, legal services and third-party partners).
Learn more and register

ARMA Canada Information Conference
2024-05-12 - 2024-05-14

Navigating the Cybersecurity Landscape: Insights from Legal and Insurance Experts
2024-05-14 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto) | Online Event
Get ready to dive into the world of cybersecurity with legal experts sharing their insights and tips – all online!

In today’s digital world, organizations are increasingly vulnerable to a wide variety of cyber threats that can wreak havoc on their operations, jeopardize the security of confidential information, negatively impact reputation and result in financial setbacks. We invite you to participate in an enlightening panel conversation lead by legal experts, Mouna Hanna and David Mackenzie. Through this discussion, you will gain valuable insights into the ever-changing landscape of cyber threats, the importance of having robust cyber insurance provisions, and practical strategies to proactively address risks and safeguard digital resources.

https://zoom.us/j/92771179362

Legal Innovation Forum: Toronto
2024-05-15
The Legal Innovation Forum is returning to Toronto with its premier, national event on May 15, 2024. This year’s forum is centered on its unifying theme: Forging new directions in rapidly evolving legal ecosystem.
ACEDS members: Save 20% on registration with code ACEDS_TO_24
Learn more and register here

Mastering Information Governance: Strategies for Effective Data Management in the Evolving World of Cybersecurity
2024-06-04 12:00 - 13:00 UTC | Online Event
Join us for an insightful webinar that will delve into the critical aspects of information governance and data management in the rapidly evolving field of cybersecurity. As organizations face escalating cyber threats, the need for robust information governance strategies has never been more important. This webinar will help attendees understand the fundamentals of information governance and its significance in today’s digital age, leading practices for data management, strategies for mitigating risks and enhancing data protection, and insights into real-world case studies demonstrating the impact of cybersecurity incidents on organizational data.
Panelists

Stephanie Corvese (Grant Thornton). Stephanie is responsible for leading the Digital Forensic and Incident Response practice and National computer lab for Grant Thornton Canada LLP. Stephanie has been involved in various digital forensic and cyber incident response investigations as well as working with clients to develop proactive cybersecurity solutions and controls. Stephanie is an active member of the Cybercrime External Advisory Group (CEAG), a public/private partnership between the RCMP and the private sector and provides her expertise to members of the National Centre for Cybercrime (NC3) in a global effort to eliminate cybercrime.

Steve Matthews (Iron Mountain). Steve Matthews is a Client Principal at Iron Mountain working with clients to develop their Information Governance programs. Steve has over 20 years of global experience working with companies to develop their data management programs and delivering measurable outcomes. More recently Steve worked at a breach response company carrying out data mining activities to identify impacted individuals from exfiltrated data. This work really highlighted the need for organizations to develop effective data management programs in order to minimize the risk in the event of a breach. In his spare time Steve likes to bike, hike, ski and spend time with his family (not necessarily in that order!).

Mastering Information Governance: Strategies for Effective Data Management
2024-06-04 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto) | Online Event
Join us for a deep dive into mastering information governance and effective data management in today’s ever-changing world!

Mastering Information Governance: Strategies for Effective Data Management in the Evolving World of Cybersecurity
Join us for an insightful webinar that will delve into the critical aspects of information governance and data management in the rapidly evolving field of cybersecurity. As organizations face escalating cyber threats, the need for robust information governance strategies has never been more important. This webinar will help attendees understand the fundamentals of information governance and its significance in today’s digital age, leading practices for data management, strategies for mitigating risks and enhancing data protection, and insights into real-world case studies demonstrating the impact of cybersecurity incidents on organizational data.
Panelists

Stephanie Corvese (Grant Thornton). Stephanie is responsible for leading the Digital Forensic and Incident Response practice and National computer lab for Grant Thornton Canada LLP. Stephanie has been involved in various digital forensic and cyber incident response investigations as well as working with clients to develop proactive cybersecurity solutions and controls. Stephanie is an active member of the Cybercrime External Advisory Group (CEAG), a public/private partnership between the RCMP and the private sector and provides her expertise to members of the National Centre for Cybercrime (NC3) in a global effort to eliminate cybercrime.

Steve Matthews (Iron Mountain). Steve Matthews is a Client Principal at Iron Mountain working with clients to develop their Information Governance programs. Steve has over 20 years of global experience working with companies to develop their data management programs and delivering measurable outcomes. More recently Steve worked at a breach response company carrying out data mining activities to identify impacted individuals from exfiltrated data. This work really highlighted the need for organizations to develop effective data management programs in order to minimize the risk in the event of a breach. In his spare time Steve likes to bike, hike, ski and spend time with his family (not necessarily in that order!).

The Masters Conference: Toronto
2024-06-18 - 2024-06-19
BLG will host our Toronto event on Tuesday, June 18 and Wednesday, June 19, 2024. The day will feature keynote speeches, panel discussions, workshops, and networking opportunities. We provide an excellent platform for legal professionals, technology experts, and industry leaders to share their knowledge and insights while exploring innovative solutions to the challenges they face in the legal domain.

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The Necessity of Human Input in AI: Maximizing Potential with Command-Driven Insights
2024-11-12 12:00 - 14:00 (America/Toronto) | Cassels, 40 Temperance Street #Suite 3200, Toronto, ON M5H 0B4, Toronto, M5H 0B4, CA
Join us to explore how human input drives AI innovation through command-driven insights!

The Necessity of Human Input in AI: Maximizing Potential with Command-Driven Insights
Toronto ACEDS is excited to present a Fall Lunch & Learn hosted at Cassels. The topic is both timely and in-demand: The Necessity of Human Input in AI: Maximizing Potential with Command-Driven Insights. The panel of highly respected industry experts will explore how human input can enhance AI-driven processes, focusing on leveraging the analytics and AI to uncover key documents, drive discovery, and unlock efficiencies. Attendees will gain practical insights into how leveraging human-AI collaboration can accelerate innovation, improve decision-making, and reveal key insights in your data.

eDiscovery Convergence 2024
2024-11-20

ACEDS Toronto Annual Holiday Bash: The Ultimate Festive Celebration!
2024-12-10 17:00 - 21:00 (America/Toronto)

The Production of Electronically Stored Information Guidelines and Protocol
2025-09-18 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Toronto) | Online Event
Learn how legal professionals and eDiscovery teams are modernizing how they exchange digital documents.

Join us for this webinar and learn how legal professionals and eDiscovery teams are modernizing how they exchange digital documents. The webinar will walk participants through a newly updated document exchange protocol that seeks to replace outdated practices with streamlined, cost-effective, and tech-savvy standards for handling electronically stored information. Learn how to ensure searchability, preserve metadata, collaborate early, and leverage AI-powered tools, all while maintaining fairness and compliance. Whether you are a seasoned eDiscovery professional or new to the profession, this webinar will equip you with practical insights and actionable strategies to simplify and secure your document production process.
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/98765043993

Panelist Information
Lisa Evenson
Lisa Evenson is a certified eDiscovery specialist and seasoned paralegal with over 30 years of experience in litigation, known for her expertise in managing complex, multi-party legal matters. As Manager of eDiscovery and Legal Technology at JFK Law, she leads the firm’s technology initiatives and ensures cutting-edge, efficient solutions for clients. Lisa also serves as President of the Vancouver Chapter of ACEDS, where she champions education, certification, and advocacy in the eDiscovery field. Her dedication to the profession is reflected in her active volunteer work with legal organizations, helping to foster growth and innovation across the industry. Widely respected for her leadership and technical acumen, Lisa continues to shape the future of legal technology and discovery.

Kathy Dallaire
Kathy Dallaire is the eDiscovery Specialist and Litigation Support Coordinator at the Montréal office of Stikeman, Elliott, LLP. She is responsible for managing electronic discovery cases, advising case teams on appropriate, cost-effective and defensible strategies throughout the eDiscovery lifecycle including preservation, data collection, early case assessment, investigation, document review, production and trial presentation.
She partners with the case team and develops review protocols and workflows tailored to unique matter requirements ensuring that client and matter deadlines are met. Kathy has extensive trial experience, including assisting at trial in large complex litigations, managing evidence and assisting the case team with witness and trial preparation.

Terry Laukkanen
In the Legal Project Solutions Group at Deloitte, Terry Laukkanen runs teams that accomplish time-consuming and resource-intensive legal tasks efficiently using artificial intelligence, robotic process automation, eDiscovery platforms, and legal process outsourcing. Terry is a recognized eDiscovery expert, a certified Project Management and IAPP certified privacy professional who graduated from the University of Manitoba with a J.D. in Law and the University of Toronto with an Hon. B.A. in Ethics, Society, and Law. Prior to joining Deloitte, Terry ran his own solo legal practice, Terrence Laukkanen Law.

Sarah Trask
Sarah Trask is the Manager of Advocacy Paralegals at Stewart McKelvey, where she has been with the firm since 2007. With a background in document management, Sarah developed a strong interest in eDiscovery, initially supporting a lawyer specializing in the field before becoming a paralegal herself. She went on to establish and lead the firm’s Litigation Support Department, focusing on eDiscovery training, processes, and oversight. A Certified eDiscovery Specialist (ACEDS), Sarah now manages a team of Advocacy Paralegals in multiple offices and is spearheading the development of a specialized group dedicated to digital preservation and the collection of social media and digital evidence.

Tiana Van Dyk
With nearly two decades of experience in legal and eDiscovery, Tiana is a recognized leader known for her expertise in AI, analytics, and strategic business leadership. She heads Epiq’s Canadian business, driving market growth, operational efficiency, and client success through innovative solutions. Ranked Band 1 for eDiscovery Canada by Chambers in 2024 and consistently recognized by Lexology and Who’s Who Legal from 2022 to 2025, she’s a trusted advisor to corporate and law firm clients. Tiana actively shapes industry standards through her roles on the EDRM Global Advisory Council and Sedona Canada’s WG7, and contributes to key initiatives like the EDRM eMSAT and ACEDS certification. A sought-after speaker and lecturer, she also champions inclusivity, having served as Global Chair of Epiq’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee.

eDiscovery Convergence 2025
2025-12-03 08:30 - 17:00 (America/Toronto)
