Did you ever imagine a career in eDiscovery as you accepted your high school diploma? Probably not. Yet, here we are, navigating the thrilling twists and turns of a dynamic and ever-evolving industry where we can enact change and make our marks. This June, join us for a compelling webcast where seasoned experts will unveil the secrets of their professional journeys and share how they continuously elevate their skills to stay sharp and effective in their roles.
This session is a treasure trove for anyone in eDiscovery aiming to leap forward in their career. Our panel, featuring luminaries from litigation support, eDiscovery, data governance, and cyber incident response, will offer insights into forging meaningful mentorships, embracing continuous learning, and the art of staying relevant in our fast-paced field.
Whether you’re charting your first steps or plotting your next big move in eDiscovery, take advantage of this opportunity to connect, learn, and be inspired. Register now for an engaging exploration of what it takes to thrive in eDiscovery.
If you cannot attend the webcast live, we encourage you to register using the link above. All registrants will receive the webcast transcript and we will publish the transcript on the HaystackID Insights page following the event.
Expert Panelists
+ Stephanie Clerkin
Director of Litigation Support, Korein Tillery
Stephanie Clerkin is the Director of Litigation Support at Korein Tillery, one of the country’s leading plaintiffs’ complex-litigation firms, where she leverages over 15 years of experience in finance, consulting, and data analytics to manage massive litigation projects, as well as the firm’s eDiscovery platform. Working with all departments in the Firm, Clerkin understands how to bridge the gap between the legal teams and IT personnel to streamline discovery efforts and design cost-effective solutions for clients. She is responsible for the processing, analysis, review and production of numerous terabytes of ESI. Clerkin is an ACEDS Certified e-Discovery Specialist and Relativity Expert. She is a Member Liaison for the St. Louis ILTA Community, served on the conference planning committee for ILTACON 2018 and 2019, and is the current Strategic Partner Liaison for ILTA and Relativity. She is also a member of Women in eDiscovery, the Sedona Conference, and is on the Steering Committee for the St. Louis Relativity User Group.
+ Salomon Louis
eDiscovery Program Owner, MassMutual
Salomon Louis is the eDiscovery lead in the Privacy, Data, and AI Governance organization at MassMutual. As lead, he is responsible for the strategy, development, and operationalization of eDiscovery technologies and processes in support of the company’s business stakeholders. He has a history of strong leadership skills in bridging the gap between IT and Legal, and identifying potential risks and process improvement opportunities to ensure the company meets its legal obligations for ESI preservation. Louis is also certified as an eDiscovery professional through the Association of Certified eDiscovery Specialists, and has taught the subject at Western New England University School of Law, and has spoken on the subject at conferences such as the EDI Leadership Summit. He also holds leadership roles at ACEDS and Blacks United in Legal Technology (BUILT).
+ Anya Korolyov
Vice President, Cyber Incident Response and Advanced Technologies Group, HaystackID
Anya Korolyov, the Vice President of Cyber Incident Response and Advanced Technologies Group at HaystackID, has 18 years of experience in the legal industry as a licensed attorney, including 15 years of experience in eDiscovery, focusing on data mining, complex integrated workflows, and document review. In her role at HaystackID, Korolyov works on developing and implementing the strategic direction of Cyber Incident Response. She is one of the industry’s leading experts on Data Breach Incident Response, Notification, and Reporting, with a solid understanding of machine learning, custom object development, regular expressions manipulation, and other technical specialties.
+ Vazantha Meyers, Esq.
Vice President of Discovery Services, HaystackID
Vazantha Meyers has over 18 years of extensive experience in all matters of discovery and has led managed review operations for the last 13 years. Meyers’ teams have managed traditional first-pass reviews, complex issue coding and privilege reviews, and technology-assisted reviews, including predictive coding and continuous active learning. Meyers has developed standard operating procedures, discovery manuals, playbooks, and countless educational presentations related to discovery practices and managed review. Meyers also consults with over a dozen corporate clients on electronic discovery best practices, data preservation, and managed review workflows. She is a member of HaystackID’s Corporate Consulting Group, leads the company’s Diversity and Inclusion Group, and participates in the company’s Mentorship Program as a mentor. Before joining HaystackID, Meyers worked as a litigation associate at Mayer Brown LLP, where she was a member of the eDiscovery and Records Management Group.
+ Adam J. Rubinger, JD
Chief Client Experience Officer, HaystackID
Adam Rubinger is currently the Chief Client Experience Officer at HaystackID. In this role, Rubinger works directly with HaystackID’s corporate clients on their eDiscovery team as the executive sponsor. He provides guidance, consultation, and advice to the teams in all areas of the process, from collections to production. He is highly involved in most aspects of the portfolio and works at all levels of the organization. Given both his legal and technical background, he is an excellent liaison between the HaystackID team, the client, and their outside counsel. Prior to NightOwl merging with HaystackID in 2022, Rubinger held various positions at NightOwl including the Director of Discovery Management and the Chief Client Officer at NightOwl Global. Rubinger has over 20 years of experience and proven leadership in litigation support and information governance, as well as managing large-scale electronic discovery projects. He’s a technologist, lawyer, and expert in the area of electronic discovery, predictive coding, analytics, discovery workflow, and matter management.
+ Mary Bennett (Moderator)
Director of Content Marketing, HaystackID
Mary Bennett, HaystackID’s Director of Content Marketing, focuses on the power of storytelling to educate the legal technology industry on pressing issues impacting practitioners. With nearly 10 years of content marketing experience, Bennett joined HaystackID after working at an agency to help B2B tech startups grow their marketing engines through content that drove audiences through the marketing funnel. Before her agency experience, Bennett worked at Chicago-based Relativity as a Senior Producer on the Brand Programs team. She was a founding member, host, and producer of Relativity’s Stellar Women program and producer of the company’s documentary series, On the Merits. In her role, Bennett crafted and socialized important stories that elevated the eDiscovery community and illustrated technology’s potential to make a substantial impact.
