The collaboration will deliver expert education and practical tools to help in-house counsel navigate legal data, e-discovery, and technology-driven transformation.
June 16, 2025 – Dallas, TX – The Association of Certified E-Discovery Specialists (ACEDS), the world’s leading e-discovery training and certification professional association and part of BARBRI Global, and Today’s General Counsel today announced a strategic partnership designed to equip in-house legal leaders with the advanced insights, practical tools, and expert guidance needed to excel in today’s rapidly evolving legal and technological landscape.
This collaboration brings together ACEDS’ globally recognized expertise in e-discovery, information governance, and legal technology with Today’s General Counsel’s dedication to delivering timely, practical, and forward-thinking content tailored specifically for corporate legal departments and general counsel offices.
Through this partnership, ACEDS and Today’s General Counsel will co-create a robust slate of expert-led webinars, thought leadership articles, and targeted educational programming. These resources will help general counsel and legal departments deepen their command of e-discovery, legal data strategies, and information governance while connecting these competencies to broader business priorities such as compliance, risk mitigation, and enterprise innovation.
“We are excited to partner with ACEDS,” said Amanda Kaiser, Editor-in-Chief of Today’s General Counsel. “This partnership aligns perfectly with our mission to equip in-house legal leaders with actionable knowledge and strategies that enable them to not only manage but lead transformative change. By integrating ACEDS’ world-class training in e-discovery and information governance, we are providing our audience with essential tools to stay ahead of the curve in today’s dynamic legal environment.”
Today’s General Counsel delivers authoritative content created by and for corporate legal professionals, addressing critical issues such as data privacy, cybersecurity, regulatory compliance, legal operations, and strategic risk management. With candid insights from experienced general counsel, legal experts, and industry thought leaders, the publication serves as an indispensable resource for navigating the evolving demands of corporate legal leadership.
“This partnership with Today’s General Counsel is a strategic step forward in expanding ACEDS mission to elevate the knowledge and capabilities of legal professionals into the office of the general counsel where e-discovery expertise increasingly plays a critical role beyond traditional litigation,” said Maribel Rivera, VP of Strategy and Client Engagement at ACEDS.
“Whether supporting investigations, managing data across jurisdictions, or safeguarding intellectual property, GCs need a strong foundation in legal data strategy to lead effectively in today’s digital-first environment. We’re excited to deliver resources that not only educate but also connect GCs to a community of peers and experts committed to advancing legal excellence.”
ACEDS is internationally recognized for its Certified E-Discovery Specialist (CEDS) credential and comprehensive training programs that empower legal professionals to develop, validate, and advance their expertise in e-discovery and legal data management. The organization continues to lead the way in professional development for legal technology and information governance.
At the heart of this partnership is a shared vision: to prepare the next generation of legal leaders with the data literacy, technological fluency, and strategic mindset necessary to thrive. By bringing world-class training and thought leadership into the hands of in-house counsel, ACEDS and Today’s General Counsel aim to raise the bar for what it means to lead in the modern legal landscape.
This partnership reflects a shared commitment to providing in-house legal teams with the knowledge, resources, and community necessary to lead confidently amid growing regulatory complexity and technological innovation.
About Today’s General Counsel
Today’s General Counsel is the leading publication for corporate legal leaders, delivering strategic insights, practical guidance, and expert analysis on critical topics including legal operations, compliance, risk management, and technology. The publication empowers general counsel and senior legal executives to navigate complex challenges and lead their organizations effectively. Learn more at todaysgeneralcounsel.com.
About ACEDS
The Association of Certified E-Discovery Specialists (ACEDS), part of leading legal education provider BARBRI Global, is the world’s leading organization for training and certification in e-discovery, information governance, and related disciplines. ACEDS provides training to corporate legal departments, law firms, the government, service providers, and institutions of higher learning. Our flagship CEDS certification is recognized worldwide and used to verify skills and competence in electronic discovery for organizations and individuals through training, certification, and continuing education. The CEDS credential is held by practitioners at the largest Fortune 500 companies, Am Law 200 firms and government agencies. ACEDS has 30 chapters in most major US cities, Canada, the UK, Ireland, the Netherlands, South Africa, and Australia. Our goal is to help professionals and organizations reduce the costs and risks associated with e-discovery while helping to improve and verify their skills and advance their careers and overall technology competence in e-discovery and related fields.
About BARBRI
BARBRI is the global leader in technology-enabled legal education with leadership positions in the US and the UK. Dedicated to providing unparalleled innovation and excellence in legal education, BARBRI delivers outstanding success to learners by providing the most trusted and industry leading products under one unified experience and across every step of the legal learner’s path. Building on the success of its core bar courses, which have helped more than 1.5 million lawyers around the world pass a U.S. bar exam, BARBRI offers a comprehensive suite of learning solutions for higher education institutions and law-related businesses empowering every step of legal learning journey. Founded in 1967, BARBRI is headquartered in Dallas, Texas, with offices throughout the United States and around the world.
ACEDS Media Contact
Katie Saylor
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