Reed Smith LLP

Working for Gravity Stack -- a wholly owned subsidiary of Reed Smith LLP

Sr. Client Technology Solutions Analyst

Sanders Roberts, LLP

Former Manager of eDiscovery and Litigation Support

eDiscovery Manager

Rodarti Law Group - Advisors to the Development and Construction Industry in Orange County

Manager of eDiscovery / Sr. Paralegal

University of California, Irvine Division of Continuing Education

Part-time Instructor in the Paralegal Certificate program, specializing in legal technology and eDiscovery courses.

Instructor / Advisory Board Member

Callahan & Blaine

Senior litigation & eDiscovery paralegal, with a focus on managing complex civil matters, from inception through trial, using the latest technologies and modern efficiencies to achieve excellent results for our clients.

Sr. Litigation & eDiscovery Paralegal

SkylineOmega Discovery Solutions

Worked at Skyline Document Solutions (predecessor to SklineOmega) as the eDiscovery Support Manager. Worked to expand the  services offered by Skyline in the areas of eDiscovery, along the entire EDRM spectrum.

eDiscovery Support Manager

Berger Kahn

Paralegal / Legal IT Specialist (PC / Mac / iOS)

Apple

Worked part-time (nights and weekends) while working at Berger Kahn full-time as a paralegal.

Specialist

Bienert, Miller & Katzman, PLC

Work to create, support and maintain over 120 litigation support databases using Lexis Nexis LAW Prediscovery & Concordance amongst others. Created exhibits for federal trials, including first ever Economic Espionage trial in 2009. Created ESI production sets and sets of scanned documents as well for production requests. Implemented firm wide conflict checking software and procedures; investigated mortgage fraud for the FDIC as outside counsel.

Litigation Support Paralegal

Confidential 

Working as a Paralegal in charge of newly formed Loan Modification division and also responsible for firm-wide IT. Previously responsible for normal paralegal duties in worker's compensation and making appearances as a hearing representative before the WCAB.

Paralegal

Nationally recognized consultant, leader and SME in the following areas: eDiscovery and Litigation Support, Trials and Trial Strategy, Data and Advanced Analytics, AI and Automation, Privacy, Cybersecurity, Training and Leadership. A former senior litigation paralegal and legal technology instructor at UC Irvine, I have built a proven record of accomplishments in various legal-technical and litigation support roles, including:
•	Design, selection, and implementation of better/faster/cheaper legal technologies and methods throughout all phases of the litigation lifecycle for matter management and case development;
•	Fantastic results at arbitration and trial, including a 10-0 record (8 jury trials) just in 2022 alone;
•	Massive cost-savings throughout all phases of eDiscovery & Litigation Support, through use of advanced technologies and related efficiencies, and by use of cutting-edge service providers;
•	Design, selection, and implementation of advanced communications and collaboration systems within law firm environments, to achieve best results within secure compliance frameworks;
•	Up-training of attorneys and partners within the firm to help maximize utilization of firm resources;
•	Design, selection, and implementation of various Office 365 and/or Google Workspace products, including SharePoint and OneDrive, Google Drive, Teams, Slack and / or Messaging to increase efficiencies, project communications and security of client data, throughout all matters and projects.

Further, I have built cohesive teams to consistently accomplish strategic objectives. I am adept at communicating with all parties to coordinate overall efforts, and I excel at using these technologies to our client's advantage, throughout all phases of litigation. 

Lastly, I am currently serving as President of the Orange County Chapter of ACEDS, providing free education, training and networking opportunities to like-minded legal professionals in our area.  

Thank you for taking the time to connect with me.

Grady Glover, CEDS

BlueStar

BlueStar is a global legal service provider helping law firms and corporate legal departments operate more effectively. We provide practical ways to improve efficiency, quality and outcomes through consulting, managed services and technology-powered solutions.

Senior Director, Legal Solutions at BlueStar

Senior Director @ BlueStar | eDiscovery, Legal Consulting | Super Connector | Boy Mom | First Gen

With over 15 years of experience in the legal technology industry, I am deeply committed to leveraging cutting-edge solutions to address complex litigation challenges. As the Senior Director of Legal Solutions at BlueStar, a global legal service provider, I collaborate with a diverse team of professionals spanning computer science, law, law enforcement, information technology, and software development.

Certifications:

-eDiscovery Executive (eDEx): This certification showcases my expertise in navigating the intricate landscape of eDiscovery, a critical aspect of legal technology. It demonstrates my ability to efficiently manage and analyze vast amounts of legal data.

-Reveal AI: As a certified Reveal AI professional, I am proficient in harnessing NLP- Natural Language Processing to enhance legal processes. Whether it’s cognitive analytics, document review, or data extraction, I leverage AI to deliver effective solutions.

-Google and Microsoft AI Micro-Accreditations: My micro-accreditations with Google and Microsoft underscore my commitment to staying at the forefront of AI advancements. These specialized credentials validate my skills in using AI tools and frameworks to address complex challenges.

Client-Centric Approach: At BlueStar, our mission is to empower legal professionals by helping clients find and manage critical information. Whether it’s winning cases, meeting regulatory requirements, or mitigating risks, our expert-driven, technological solutions play a pivotal role. We also provide proprietary technology-driven services, including eCloudCollect (now known as Data Collect Pro), Siemly, and our suite of Next Generation Services.

Ethical Advocacy: I am passionate about identifying legal issues and formulating practical solutions. Additionally, I contribute to the industry by speaking and writing about artificial intelligence and the ethical implications of using advanced technologies in the legal profession.

Industry Engagement: I’ve had the privilege of speaking at prestigious events such as The Master’s Conference, CBA - Chicago Bar Association (Technology Group), and the GCC - General Counsel Conference. Furthermore, I actively participate in various legal technology training and Continuing Legal Education (CLE) programs.

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