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2025 Detroit Symposium (1)

The Premier Midwest E-Discovery Event is Back!

Date: Wednesday, July 23 - Thursday, July 24, 2025
Location: Hollywood Casino at Greektown, Detroit, Michigan

Join the ACEDS Detroit Chapter – the oldest chapter in the ACEDS global organization – as we bring back our highly anticipated Annual Symposium! After a hiatus, we're thrilled to gather the brightest minds in e-discovery from across the Midwest for impactful discussions, insightful workshops, and unparalleled networking opportunities.   

Hosted at the vibrant Hollywood Casino at Greektown Detroit, this event is your essential platform to explore the latest trends, tackle pressing challenges, and connect with peers and leaders shaping the future of legal technology.

Register now to secure your spot!

Why Attend the ACEDS Detroit Symposium?

  • Expert Insights: Hear from leading professionals on navigating the complexities of modern e-discovery.  
  • Cutting-Edge Topics: Dive deep into critical areas like AI, cloud platforms, evidence management, and more.
  • Valuable Networking: Connect with e-discovery professionals and judges from Michigan and the Midwest.
  • Skill Enhancement: Gain practical strategies to effectively manage discovery, leverage technology, and build compelling cases.
  • Community: Engage with the thriving ACEDS Midwest community and contribute to its legacy of innovation.

Continuing Education Credits

This program will be eligible for CEDS CEU by the Association of Certified E-Discovery Specialists.

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*Discounted pricing available to members of ACEDS. Check your email for promo code or chapters@aceds.org to request the code. 

Agenda

Full Agenda Coming Soon!
  • Day 1 (July 23): Evening Cocktail Reception (5:00 PM - 7:00 PM) & Dinner (7:00 PM - 8:30 PM) - Kick off the symposium by connecting with colleagues in a relaxed setting.
  • Day 2 (July 24): Full day of learning and networking.
    • Keynote: Mastering the Promises of AI – Measurable ROI or Hyped-Up Pie in the Sky? Explore how to effectively utilize AI and GenAI tools in e-discovery and communicate their value.
    • Featured Sessions Include:
      • Cloud Seeding: How to Stay Ahead of Constant Change in Cloud Collaboration Platforms: Learn strategies for managing constant updates in platforms like M365 and Google Suite.
      • Maximizing the Impact of your Most Critical Evidence: Discover techniques for identifying, curating, and presenting key evidence effectively.  
      • Managing Electronic Discovery in Small Cases.
    • More Sessions to be Announced!
    • Networking: Opportunities throughout the day, including breakfast, lunch and breaks.

Our Speakers

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Brett Burney

Vice President, eDiscovery Consulting at Nextpoint Law Group
Mike Quartararo of ACEDS

Mike Quartararo

President of ACEDS
Maribel Rivera of ACEDS

Maribel Rivera

VP, Strategy and Client Engagement at ACEDS

Thank You to Our Sponsors

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