Announcing the Finalists for the 2025 Everlaw Summit Awards
For the fourth year in a row, Everlaw is excited to bring together some of the brightest minds and most influential leaders in the legal profession for three days of education, connection, and inspiration at Everlaw Summit ‘25.
The Everlaw Summit Awards recognize the critical work and impressive achievements that are shaping the future of the legal industry. This year's finalists, from rising stars who are trailblazers in their field to the impact agents who are driving organizational change, truly represent the best in the legal profession.
After receiving numerous nominations from across the legal industry throughout May and June, we have selected three finalists in each category. We can't wait to share the incredible work of these individuals and organizations who are leading the way in legal and ediscovery.
The winners will be selected by our esteemed panel of judges, made up of:
Jeff Comeau, Senior Director, Litigation and Antitrust, Align Technology
Gloria Lee, Chief Legal Officer, Everlaw
Stephanie Wilkins, Director of Content, LegalTechnology Hub
Sheneika Hurley, Senior Solutions Architect, Everlaw
Jessica Wan, Partner, Ferguson Case Orr Paterson
The selection process is based on merit and excellence within any given category. This process ensures that the judges’ results are truly reflective of the commitment, excellence, and talent of the winner. The finalists in each category will receive a complimentary 3-day pass to Everlaw Summit. Winners will be announced live at the event.
And now for the finalists in each category:
Corporate Breakthrough of the Year
For corporate legal departments transforming their approach to litigation and investigations in-house.
Nationwide, represented by Joel-Henry Mansfield, Managing Counsel
HP, represented by Thane Vallette, Associate General Counsel
Molson Coors, represented by Collin Johnson, Senior Counsel
Leadership in Generative AI
For leaders in ediscovery that are using technology in innovative ways.
Steve Delaney, Director of Litigation Support, Benesch
Nicole Marie Gill, Chair and Managing Member of CODISCOVR, Cozen O’Connor
Jarrad Smith, Project Attorney, Orrick
James Bekier, Director of Litigation Services, BakerHostetler
Impact Agent of the Year
For paralegals and litigation support professionals making measurable impacts in their organizations.
Julie Brown, Director of Practice Technology, Vorys
Eric Beard, Litigation Support Manager, Barnes & Thornburg
Alicia Stensland, Litigation Support Coordinator, Washington State Office of the Attorney General
Excellence in Legal Mentorship
For those demonstrating a commitment to developing, empowering, and mentoring the next generation of legal professionals.
Randy Abraham, Litigation Support Help Desk Lead, United States Attorney’s Office
Laura Schaefer, Partner, Benesch
Tye Burger, Senior Ediscovery Manager and Counsel, Spencer Fane
Rising Star in Ediscovery
For professionals with seven years or less of legal experience whose early accomplishments distinguish them as future leaders in the profession.
Samuel Marrache, Senior Associate, Hassans
Kasey Reese, Attorney, Wisconsin Department of Revenue
Mared Jones, Operations and Project Manager, XBundle
Everlaw for Good Award
For leaders in nonprofit and pro-bono legal services helping to level the playing field for justice by supporting low income populations, civil liberties, and human, civil, public, and environmental rights.
Legal Aid Society
Disability Rights California
National Health Law Program
Join us in congratulating the finalists on their impactful contributions to the legal and ediscovery fields. It's an honor to recognize the individuals and organizations who are leading the way in innovation and driving change in the profession.
To learn who is named the winner in each category, be sure to reserve your spot at Everlaw Summit, coming to San Francisco October 21-23, 2025. We look forward to hosting you soon.
