Melina Efstathiou

Melina Efstathiou served as the Acting Head of Litigation Technology at Eversheds Sutherland for six years, with jurisdiction over EMEA and APAC. Among a vast array of legal cases, she led complex investigations, cross-jurisdictional disclosure exercises, public inquiries, arbitration cases, and compliance reviews. With over 15 years of experience in legal technology, Melina specializes in Artificial Intelligence Strategy, Data and Information Governance, Data Privacy, and Forensic Technology, covering the entire EDRM and everything west and east of it. She is an expert in navigating high-stakes legal matters with precision and also has a wealth of experience in legal project management. Before transitioning into legal tech, Melina was a criminal defense solicitor, specializing in financial crime and complex fraud investigations. Passionate about innovation, she leverages cutting-edge technology to enhance legal processes and efficiency.