[EDRM Workshop] From Summation to AI Tokens: A Journey Through eDiscovery’s Most Transformative Shifts

The evolution of eDiscovery has been a journey from paper-based processes to a thriving legal tech ecosystem driven by innovation. In the next EDRM workshop on April 16 at noon EDT, sponsored by HaystackID®, legal experts will explore the pivotal moments that shaped modern eDiscovery—from the early days of coding paper documents, the rise of email discovery, and the disruptive impact of industry-leading platforms, to the shift toward automation and artificial intelligence (AI)-driven tools. As eDiscovery keeps changing, the expert panelists will share their insights on the next wave of technology—solutions built for the user, prioritizing adaptability, flexibility, and control, ensuring efficiency and precision in every matter. Just like the technology has evolved, the jobs have followed suit. The days of manually processing paper, restoring backup tapes, and wrestling with physical media are long gone—replaced by digital workflows, data analytics, and AI-driven insights. The panel will share how legal professionals can adapt to ensure they are advancing their careers to thrive in this change by harnessing a: + Spirit of resilience and ability to pivot. + Willingness to learn. + Sharp eye on where the industry is headed. Join our expert panel as we examine eDiscovery’s past, present, and future, sharing how technology has reshaped workflows, what skills will be critical in the next phase, and how professionals can embrace what’s to come. Expert Panelists + Doug Austin - Editor, eDiscovery Today + Dennis Kiker - Senior Attorney, DLA Piper + Hon. Judge Young Kim - Magistrate Judge, Northern District of Illinois + Mary Mack - CEO, Chief Legal Technologist, EDRM + Adam Rubinger - Chief Client Experience Officer, HaystackID + Caroline Sweeney - Director, Knowledge Management and Innovation, Dorsey & Whitney LLP + Mary Bennett - Senior Director, Content Marketing, HaystackID; Senior Director, Content and Community Initiatives, EDRM Source: EDRM and HaystackID