Every year, Relativity Fest brings together the people shaping what’s next in legal data intelligence. It’s where ideas become conversations, conversations become partnerships, and possibilities become reality.
This year, we’re inviting the Relativity community to See What’s Possible.
From September 29 through October 1, CDS will be in Chicago showcasing how AI, automation, and real expertise come together to solve today’s most complex legal data challenges. Whether you’re looking for fresh ideas, practical solutions, or meaningful conversations, we hope you’ll stop by and see what’s possible with CDS.
Because while AI might feel like magic, the people and results are real.
Your Relativity Fest Checklist
Before Fest is over, make sure you’ve experienced everything CDS has planned:
- Visit the CDS Booth for live demonstrations, conversations, and hands-on innovation.
- Vote for CDS in the Relativity Innovation Awards.
- Attend a CDS Speaking Session to hear practical insights from our experts.
- Join the CDS Speakeasy for an evening of conversation, connection, and possibility.
Experience What’s Possible
Technology is powerful. Seeing it solve real problems is even better.
Visit the CDS booth to discover how organizations are putting Relativity to work in smarter, more efficient ways. Our team will be sharing practical examples of how clients are:
- Accelerate investigations with AI powered workflows
- Simplify data migration and modern communications review
- Improve review efficiency through automation
- Turn complex data into meaningful insights
- Extend the power of Relativity with Vision and Convert
Whether you’re looking for a quick conversation or a personalized demonstration, our team will be there to answer questions, share real client stories, and explore what’s possible together.
Five Innovations. Five Categories. One CDS.
Innovation has always been part of how CDS partners with Relativity, and this year’s nominations reflect that commitment.
We’re honored to be the only organization recognized across all five categories in the 2026 Relativity Innovation Awards—demonstrating the breadth of our innovation and our commitment to solving real client challenges.
Our nominations include:
Discover
CDS Vision AI Search Assistant
Transforms natural language and case documentation into defensible Relativity searches, helping review teams find what matters faster.
ACT
CDS Vision Load File Utility
Simplifies load file preparation and quality control, reducing manual effort while improving consistency before production.
Organize
CDS Vision AutoScripts
Automates repetitive script execution directly within Relativity workflows, saving time and improving operational efficiency.
Beyond
CDS AI-Powered Forensic Triage
Transforms forensic data into structured, review-ready information that accelerates investigations and downstream analysis.
Workflow
DACH Intelligent Investigations
Extends Relativity aiR capabilities to address the unique legal and regulatory requirements of investigations across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
Curious how these solutions came to life? Stop by the booth to see them in action, meet the people behind them, and learn how clients are already putting these innovations to work.
And if you haven’t cast your vote yet, we’d certainly appreciate your support.
See What’s Possible When Training Scales With You
At Relativity Fest Chicago, CDS’ Michelle Broxman, Senior Consultant, will join the “Build a Relativity Training Program That Scales: An RCT-Inspired Playbook for Customer Enablement” panel to face the challenge of turning expert knowledge into scalable, repeatable training that helps teams get more from Relativity.
Michelle and fellow panelists will explore how to define roles and workflows, build competency-based training, and create modular resources that can be delivered consistently across teams. They wi’ll also share practical ways to improve onboarding, reduce repetitive support questions, and measure training impact.
September 30 | 2:15–3:00 p.m. CT
Breakout Session featuring Michelle Broxman
See What’s Possible When You Choose the Right AI for the Job
Additionally, CDS’ William Wallace Belt, Esq. will join the “How to Choose the Right AI Tool for the Job in Litigation Workflows” panel to tackle a question legal teams are increasingly facing: with more AI tools than ever available, how do you know which one is right for the task?
Bill and fellow panelists will explore how different AI tools can support common litigation workflows, from drafting and analysis to data investigation, timeline building, deposition preparation, and trial readiness. They’ wiil also discuss where Relativity aiR fits best, when other tools may have a role, and how quality control, validation, and human oversight factor into each use case.
September 30 | 2:15–3:15 p.m. CT
Breakout Session featuring William Wallace Belt, Esq.
Connect at the CDS Speakeasy
When the sessions end, the conversations continue.
Join us at the CDS Speakeasy at Untitled Supper Club for an evening of conversation, connection, and possibility.
Enjoy chef-curated food, handcrafted cocktails, live entertainment, and an atmosphere designed to bring together clients, partners, colleagues, and friends from across the Relativity community.
Whether we’ve worked together for years or you’re meeting CDS for the first time, we’d love to welcome you.
Registration is required, so be sure to reserve your spot.
Catch CDS at a Relativity Fest Tech Talk
Join CDS’ Nicole Guyer and Michelle Broxman for a 30-minute Tech Talk on Thursday, October 1, from 12:55–1:25 p.m. during the Relativity Fest lunch break.
The session will take place on the Spotlight Stage in the Community Pavilion (Riverside Expo Hall at the Hyatt), giving attendees a chance to hear practical insights from two CDS AI experts while enjoying lunch.
And there’s a little extra incentive to stop by: attendees will have a chance to win a set of Meta glasses!
See You in Chicago
Relativity Fest is one of our favorite weeks of the year because it’s about more than technology. It’s about the people behind it.
We can’t wait to reconnect with familiar faces, meet new ones, celebrate innovation, and explore what’s possible together.
Be sure to stop by the CDS booth, attend one of our sessions, vote for our Innovation Award nominations, and join us at the CDS Speakeasy.
We’ll see you in Chicago.
