ILTA Voices

In this Voices episode, the speakers explored LDI—a new organization and framework designed to showcase how data skills and approaches transcend traditional boundaries. They also discussed how leveraging data strategies can unlock value across diverse use cases, driving innovation and adaptability in the legal tech landscape Moderator: Monique Sever, Litigation Support & eDiscovery Supervisor, Harper Grey LLP Speakers: Kelly Friedman, Partner, Heuristica Discovery Paul Park, Director, Data Breach, Cyber and Data eDiscovery Solutions, BDO

Welcome to the kick-off of the 2026 myMentor Program! Registrations are now open. We want you to hear from ILTAns like you about why they joined myMentor, what they found most valuable, and why they think you should participate as well. Part 1 showcases Michael Klavansky and Skip Lohmeyer, and you won't want to miss their insights! If you would like more information about myMentor, please feel free to attend one of the information sessions we are hosting: Dec 11, Dec 12 or Jan 13 - register here or email [email protected]

Join Michael Foster, Laura Wenzel, and Paul Walker as they discuss all things iManage, from Data Management to Generative AI. Want to learn more about iManage? Check out their website at www.imanage.com for more information or to get in contact!

In this Voices episode, the speakers dove into a critical workplace question: Does your employer value your output more than your well-being? They explored the balance (or imbalance) between productivity and employee care, shared insights on company culture, mental health, and what truly drives sustainable success. Moderator: Shannon Stevens, Legal Tech Enthusiast & Experienced Litigation Paralegal Speakers: Donna Medrek, Senior Director, Bluestar Jonathan Sabin, Litigation Partner, Kane Kessler, P.C. Adam Wehler, Director of eDiscovery and Litigation Technology, Smith Anderson

Ambition can be a powerful force—but when myths and missteps fuel it, the climb to the top can feel more like a trap than a triumph. In this episode, we pull back the curtain on executive leadership and ask: What’s really behind the chase for the title? - Why would anyone actively pursue C-Suite roles? - What are the wrong reasons to chase the C-suite—and how can you spot them before they derail your path? - What did we think mattered in landing the role, only to discover it didn’t? - And when the pressure peaks, have we ever considered walking away? What made us stay? This episode hooks aspiring leaders early with honest reflections and hard-earned wisdom. If you’ve ever wondered whether the title is worth the trade-offs, this conversation is for you.

In this podcast, the speakers focused on the strategies and best practices for adopting new technologies within Corporate Legal Departments (CLD). The group explored the dynamics between leadership roles and operational roles, provided insights on managing change, overcoming resistance, and ensuring the successful implementation of new tech solutions. They also touched on project management best practices through the CLD lens. Moderators: Tom Daemen, Associate General Counsel, Microsoft Corporation - Legal and Corporate Affairs Reid Cram, Product Marketing Manager, NetDocuments Speakers: Jaime Emerson, Executive Director within Legal Operations, Wells Fargo Debbie Foster, Chief Executive Officer, Affinity Consulting

In this ILTA Just-in-Time podcast, hear from a leading expert on Denmark's groundbreaking new law designed to protect individuals' images and voices from misuse by AI. The discussion also examined how the United States was addressing similar challenges—and what these developments could mean for the future of digital rights. Moderator: @Corey Thomas - Chief Technology Officer, Lightfoot, Franklin & White, L.L.C. Speaker: @Jack Sharman - Partner, Lightfoot, Franklin & White, L.L.C. Recorded on 11-19-2025.

In this third installment of the podcast series, the speakers explored what it takes to build an AI-ready workforce—examining emerging roles, evolving skill sets, and how existing talent is reshaping the future of work. Moderator: @Elizabeth Suehr - Director of Legal Risk Systems & Strategy, Jenner & Block LLP Speakers: @Reggie Pool - Principal, Practical IG LLC @ Sumit Tenaja - SVP & Global Head of AI Consulting and Implementation, EXL Recorded on 11-07-2025. About the Speakers @Reggie Pool is the founder of Practical IG, where he helps law firms and corporate legal teams modernize their information governance programs for the era of Microsoft 365 and AI. With more than 25 years in legal technology and compliance, he focuses on making governance practical, defensible, and future-ready. Reggie believes AI isn’t replacing IG—it’s redefining it, and IG professionals need to evolve their skills to stay at the center of that transformation. Sumit Tenaja leads EXL’s AI Consulting practice, driving innovation by integrating AI across business operations and reimagining customer journeys to enhance experience and outcomes. With over 25 years of experience across Insurance, Healthcare, Banking, and Energy, he is recognized for thought leadership in transformation, process excellence, and delivering impactful, scalable solutions.

Erika Emrick talks with Jennifer Arnott, a research librarian at Hayes Library at the Perkins School for the Blind, about the tangible effects of accessibility in the real world. Since everyone may experience a disability at some point, whether temporary or permanent, designing inclusively benefits everyone. From glasses and hearing aids to screen readers and curb cuts, these modifications help a wide variety of people and have a broad impact on society. Whether you're new to accessibility or looking to deepen your understanding, this conversation will inspire you to see inclusion in both your work and daily life differently. Want to learn more about DEI at ILTA? Visit https://www.iltanet.org/resources/dei for more resources or to get involved. #DEI #Accessibility #advocacy

In this episode of ILTA Voices, host Michael Foster sits down with Ben Legge, Senior Data Architecture Manager at global law firm BCLP, to explore how the firm turned fragmented, siloed data into a strategic advantage. From overcoming challenges around compliance, visibility, and speed, to implementing Denodo’s data virtualization for a unified, AI-ready data foundation, BCLP has transformed how it leverages information across multiple jurisdictions. Tune in to hear how trusted, connected data is driving faster insights, smarter decisions, and enhanced client service—and setting the stage for the next wave of legal innovation with AI and predictive analytics.To learn more about Denodo, visit: https://bit.ly/43NSQFJ

In this podcast, discover how to best navigate California's new employment AI regulations that recently went into effect on October 1st. The speaker highlighted how the usage of Automated Decision Systems, which includes AI, when making employment decisions, can directly violate California law if these tools are found to discriminate against employees or applicants, either directly or indirectly, on the basis of already protected characteristics such as race, age, gender, etc. In addition, they highlighted other recent AI regulations taking place around the world, such as the EU AI Act and more. Moderator: Adam Wehler, Director of eDiscovery and Litigation Technology, Smith Anderson Speaker: Kassi Burns, Senior Attorney, Trial and Global Disputes, King & Spalding

Join Cecy Graf, Jim McKenna, Michael Bruckner, Skip Lohmeyer, and Adam Cain in the first episode of "So You Want to Join the C-Suite." In this episode, our panel discusses ways to lead without losing your mind. Executive leadership isn’t just about navigating today—it’s about anticipating tomorrow. In this forward-looking first episode of our series, we explore the shifting landscape of the C-suite and what it takes to stay ahead of the curve. - We unpack how executive roles are evolving—and why the next wave of leadership demands more than just experience. - We examine the gap between aspiring leaders and the reality of executive life, offering candid reflections on what we’d do differently if starting today. - We challenge conventional wisdom by spotlighting the skills executives may need to unlearn to lead effectively in what’s coming next. Expect deeper insights and real-world strategies! Listen now—and join us live to shape what’s next.

Lots of GenAI tools are starting out with "summarization" because it's an easy thing for GenAI to do, but was anyone asking for summaries in the first place? In this podcast, the speakers discussed the value of summarization to discovery work and trial prep (relevance summaries, chronologies, translation summaries), while also highlighting the challenges we have encountered with GenAI in achieving good quality summaries. Moderator: Monique Sever, Litigation Support & eDiscovery Supervisor, Harper Grey LLP Speakers: Stu Craft, Managing Director, FTI Consulting James MacGregor, Managing Director, Ethical Discovery

Gen AI tools can run skills in minutes, but is that the time savings that counts? Or should we think about the whole process from question to final work product. How much time does it really take to “verify” your results. And where should that time be spent? Tune in to this podcast to explore the answers. Moderator: @Christiane Matuch - Legal Innovation Manager, Greenberg Traurig, LLP Speaker: @Tyler Alexander - Director, AI Reliability, Thomson Reuters Recorded on 10-02-2025.

In this podcast, the speaker shared key predictions on cybersecurity threats in 2025 and offered practical suggestions for staying well-informed amid constant changes. Moderator: @Kevin Foster - Director Cybersecurity Operations, White and Williams LLP Speaker: @Jeffrey Wheatman - SVP, Cyber Risk Strategist, Black Kite Recorded on 09-26-2025.

Wish You Were There? We Saved You a Seat! Hear from Both Sides of the Mic as Session Panelist and Audience Participant Share Insights from Black Affinity Group’s Session, “Breaking Barriers: How Technology Is Shaping the Future for Black Lawyers and Tech Professionals,” at ILTACON 2025. #BlackAffinityGroup #DEI

In this podcast the speakers discuss law firms' challenges when introducing new processes or technologies, such as AI or document automation, They also highlight the importance of buy-in from senior partners, clear communication, and phased implementation. Moderator: Tanya Pereira, Business Transformation Specialist, Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP Speakers: Ali Avink, Legal Operations + Innovation Manager, Warner Norcross + Judd Julia Montgomery, Director of Practice Enablement King & Spalding

In this podcast, the speakers provide a clear and concise breakdown of Microsoft's upcoming cloud application updates. The speakers also translate the technical jargon and explain how these updates might impact your legal practice. Stay informed and make informed decisions about adopting new features or adapting your workflows. Moderators: Aaron Barbee, HR Tech Administrator, Husch Blackwell LLP Melissa Ballesteros, Manager of AI and Legal Technology Adoption, Holland & Knight LLP Speaker: Jonathan Woolley, Cloud Engineer, Husch Blackwell

In today's world of instant gratification, ever-evolving technology, and 24/7 internet accessibility, how do we allow ourselves to "power down" and practice self-care including a mental reset while still advancing and growing in our career. Moderator: @Shannon Stevens - Legal Tech Enthusiast & Experienced Litigation Paralegal Speakers: @Helen Stocklin-Enright - Legal Project Manager, Perkins Coie @Melanie Prevost - Senior Director of Infrastructure and Technical Support Services, Vinson & Elkins, L.L.P. @Adam Wehler - Director of eDiscovery and Litigation Technology, Smith Anderson Recorded 8-27-2025

Join Michael Foster and Rutvik Rau as they discuss Vecflow. Want to learn more about Vecflow? Visit https://www.vecflow.ai/ and make sure to stop by the ILTACON Startup Booths to meet the team!

In this two-part follow-up podcast series, we took a candid look at how AI is reshaping legal pricing and legal services delivery in 2025. We looked into real-world use cases, evolving legal operations, and how both law firms and in-house teams are adapting skillsets, structures, and expectations around AI. Moderator: @Damian Priamurskiy - Legal Project Manager, Investment Management at Lowenstein Sandler LLP Speakers: @Sergey Mezhiritskiy - Associate Director of Pricing, McDermott Will & Schulte LLP @Jonathan Selvadoray​ - Founder, CEO, Zaven Legal Recorded on 08-04-2025.

In this two-part follow-up podcast series, we took a candid look at how AI is reshaping legal pricing and legal services delivery in 2025. We explored how firms are navigating today’s pricing challenges—from AFAs to rising tech costs—and what AI means for the future of the billable hour. Moderator: @Damian Priamurskiy - Legal Project Manager, Investment Management at Lowenstein Sandler LLP Speakers: @Sergey Mezhiritskiy - Associate Director of Pricing, McDermott Will & Schulte LLP @Jonathan Selvadoray​ - Founder, CEO, Zaven Legal Recorded on 08-04-2025.

Join Michael Foster and Trevor Bell as they discuss how Hercules.ai helps you do more with AI. Want to book a demo for ILTACON? Visit https://www.hercules.ai/ilta-demo to learn more!

A candid conversation unpacking the practical realities of DSARs today—from personal experiences to legal nuances and how organisations handle these ever-present privacy requests in the UK and Ireland. Moderator: James MacGregor - Founder & Managing Director, Ethical eDiscovery Speaker: Dina Hetherington - Founder, DKH Legal Tech Consulting

An insightful exploration of how document review has transformed from manual efforts to advanced AI-driven workflows reshaping eDiscovery. Moderator: James MacGregor, Founder & Managing Director, Ethical eDiscovery Speaker: Dina K. Hetherington, Founder, DKH Legal Tech Consulting

A candid conversation uncovering the core skills, challenges, and evolving role of eDiscovery project managers driving successful legal tech projects today. Moderator: James MacGregor, Founder & Managing Director, Ethical eDiscovery Speaker: Dina K. Hetherington, Founder, DKH Legal Tech Consulting

Another tech rollout. Another merger. Another industry upheaval. Change is constant, but your team and your firm’s performance doesn't have to suffer. Stop managing disruption and start leveraging it. This analysis will examine key patterns that distinguish resilient teams from those that falter strategic approaches for converting uncertainty into competitive advantage. In addition, this podcast will share research-backed methods for building highly adaptable performing teams and practical frameworks for maintaining momentum through major transitions. Creator: Dr. Melissa L. Brown, Learning & Development Manager, Holland & Hart

Most law firms have a retention policy on paper—but how are those policies playing out in practice? In this session, the speakers dive into the real-world application of client record retention: from managing physical and electronic files, to the complexities of client communication. Are firms only focused on boxes in storage, or are they embracing a full-spectrum approach? How are they also navigating the sensitive task of reaching out to clients when records are set to be destroyed? Tune in for a practical conversation on turning retention policies into meaningful action and more. Moderator: @Madeleine La Cour - Director, Risk and Compliance Operations, Baker Botts L.L.P. Speakers: @Christiana Naeser - Sr Manager Information Governance, DLA Piper LLP (US) @Doug Smith - Assistant Director of Records, Crowell Recorded on 07-23-25.

Join Michael Foster and Josh Schwartz as they discuss phaselaw. Want to learn more about phaselaw? Visit https://www.phase.law/ and make sure to stop by the ILTACON Startup Booths to meet the team!

Join Michael Foster and Nitin Wagh as they discuss Karini AI. Want to learn more about Karini AI? Visit https://www.karini.ai/ and make sure to stop by the ILTACON Startup Booths to meet the team!

Join Michael Foster and Matthew Rasmussen as they discuss ModeOne. Want to learn more about ModeOne? Visit https://modeone.io/ and make sure to stop by the ILTACON Startup Booths to meet the team!

Join Michael Foster and Matthew Schmitt as they discuss Confidencial. Want to learn more about Confidencial? Visit https://www.confidencial.io/ and make sure to stop by the ILTACON Startup Booths to meet the team!

Join Michael Foster, James MacGregor, and David Wilkins as they discuss the Active Learning Best Practice Guide.

Join Michael Foster and Wanne Pemmelaar as they discuss filerskeepers. Want to learn more about filerskeepers? Visit https://www.filerskeepers.co/ and make sure to stop by the ILTACON Startup Booths to meet the team!

Join Michael Foster and Amy Swaner as they discuss Lexara. Want to learn more about Lexara? Visit https://lexara.com and make sure to stop by the ILTACON Startup Booths to meet the team!

Join Michael Foster and Jaron Luttich as they discuss Element Standard. Want to learn more about Element Standard? Visit https://www.elementstandard.com/ and make sure to stop by the ILTACON Startup Booths to meet the team!

Join Michael Foster and Wanne Pemmelaar as they discuss Lawstronaut. Want to learn more about Lawstronaut? Visit https://lawstronaut.com/ and make sure to stop by the ILTACON Startup Booths to meet the team!

Join Michael Foster and Franklyn Jones as they discuss AllRize. Want to learn more about AllRize? Visit https://allrize.ai/ and make sure to stop by the ILTACON Startup Booths to meet the team!

Join Michael Foster and Tali Green as they discuss Goodfact. Want to learn more about Goodfact? Visit https://www.goodfact.co/ and make sure to stop by the ILTACON Startup Booths to meet the team!

Join Michael Foster and Caleb Harris as they discuss &AI. Want to learn more about &AI? Visit https://tryandai.com/ and make sure to stop by the ILTACON Startup Booths to meet the team!

Join Michael Foster, Justin Brownstone and Peipei Fiore as they discuss Fileread. Want to learn more about Fileread? Visit https://fileread.com/ and make sure to stop by the ILTACON Startup Booths to meet the team!

Join Michael Foster and Arvind Sujeeth as they discuss Billables.ai. Want to learn more about Billables.ai? Billables AI is an automated legal time-tracking platform, personalized and powered by AI. It integrates directly with workflows (like Microsoft, Zoom, Adobe) to capture time passively, creating an end-to-end billing report with client-matter matching, auto-generated narratives and precise durations to help lawyers recover incremental billable time and increase realization rates. Visit https://billables.ai/ and stop by the ILTACON Startup Booths to meet the team!

Join Michael Foster and Hilary Bowman as they discuss Querious.ai. Want to learn more about Querious.ai? Visit https://www.querious.ai/ and be sure to stop by the ILTACON 2025 Startup Booths to meet the team!

Legal Halo is a referral-only membership cohort for change leaders in legal, and ILTA was invited by Alt-V Law to collaborate on this special live event in front of an audience of 50 change makers in legal. Together, we explored the real challenges of driving change in law firms with honesty, humour, and some healthy debate. Brilliantly moderated by Rupert Collins-White of Briefing Magazine, the panel featured: Adam Curphey, Mayer Brown Kevin O’Sullivan, Baker McKenzie Nina Gratrick, Herbert Smith Freehills Sian Ashton, TLT Angela Cotton, Shoosmiths Robert Rowland Smith, University of Oxford They didn’t hold back and explored “The Psychology of Resistance”—unpacking the chaos, comedy, and courage it takes to lead transformation in legal. Two heavyweight teams, Lean Zeppelin and The Kaizen Chiefs, faced off in a hilarious round of “Have I Got Legal News For You”, proving transformation doesn’t have to be dull. Expect sharp thinking, bold opinions, and yes—plenty of bad puns. Candid conversations and comedy—what more could you want? The podcast is now live—go give it a listen. Look forward to more collaborations with Alt-V Law & ILTA in the future! If you want to be in the live audience for the next one reach out to ILTA for more details.

With changes to the DEI landscape rapidly evolving, many companies and organizations are choosing to reverse or eliminate corporate DEI initiatives and programing. In this podcast panel discussion, the speakers discuss the DEI community’s current response and action plan to this trend. Panelists will also speak on their own behalf based on their experiences within the DEI space. Moderators: Ravan L. Roddy, eDiscovery Manager, Zoetis M. Kara Hill, Project Manager, Eversheds Sutherland Speakers: Darwin Conner, Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer (US), Eversheds Sutherland Kori Carew, Esq., Chief Catalyst Officer and Founder of Bridge 68 LLC

Join ILTA's WWL (Women Who Lead) as they dive into the successes, struggles, and strategies for women in the C-Suite.

What if AI could think like a legal professional—breaking down complex tasks, making decisions, and even taking action autonomously? In this sneak peek of ILTA’s Just-In-Time Roundtable Encore to Evolve: Agentic AI and the Possibilities for Legal, industry expertsndive into the game-changing potential of Agentic AI—where AI evolves from a chatbot to a proactive teammate. Spoiler: The billable hour might never be the same. Moderator: Josh Lazar, Founder and CEO, TechThinkTank LLC Speakers: Reanna Martinez, Director of Innovation, Systems, and Data, Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP Sara Miro, Director of Knowledge Solutions, Sullivan & Cromwell LLP Rob Saccone, Chief Technology Officer, Lega Inc.

In this session, the speakers explored how law firms and legal professionals can safeguard sensitive data and systems by implementing AI-specific security strategies and effective governance controls. It also builds on part one, diving deeper into practical approaches for mitigating risk in an AI-driven environment. Moderator: Elizabeth Suehr, Director of Legal Risk Systems & Strategy, Jenner & Block LLP Speakers: Morgan Llewellyn, Director, AI Practice Hike2 Chris Hockey, Manager, Information Risk and Governance Alvarez & Marsal

In this session, the speakers explored how data-driven decision-making can empower KM, legal technology, and legal services teams to extract meaningful insights from overwhelming volumes of information. Moderator: @Alejandro Vallellanes - Former Senior Manager, Research and Information Alerts, Baker McKenzie Speakers: @Kris Sales - Innovation Product Analyst, Linklaters LLP @Natasha Tucker - Director, Business Development Operations, Bennett Jones LLP @Cem Uçan - Legal Engineer, Legora Recorded on 06-13-2025.

Challenge traditional onboarding assumptions by exploring optimal training timeframes for legal professionals. This data-driven session will reveal how to create streamlined, effective onboarding programs that prevent information overload while ensuring competency. Listeners will learn practical strategies for prioritizing Day 1 essentials, structuring follow-up training, and measuring onboarding success through concrete metrics. In addition, they will receive real-world examples from firms that successfully shortened their onboarding while improving results. Moderator: @Jeffrey Roach - Partner, EncoreTech Speaker: @Daniel Kent - Training Manager, Foley Hoag Recorded 6-3-2025