LexisNexis CEO Sean Fitzpatrick on Growth and Legal Tech

Technology is making disputes more common, more complex, and harder to control. AAA Arbitrator Jiyun Lee sees this happening across every industry, saying that “it no longer matters if a party itself is in ‘tech,’ because we are all consumers of technology.” Learn how tech is driving the next waves of disputes, and what you can do to approach them with ease, on our blog: https://lnkd.in/e-Cyv6-x The Wall Street Journal #Arbitration #Technology #DisputeResolution #ADR

When does information stop being confidential?   The Court of Appeal has handed down an important judgment on the meaning of "public domain" in commercial agreements - confirming that information can remain confidential even if it has been shared with a limited audience.   The decision offers valuable guidance for businesses using NDAs, particularly where commercially sensitive strategies are involved.   Charlie Wall appeared as junior counsel on behalf of Illiquidx, instructed by Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP. More information on his practice can be found below.   Read the full analysis here: https://lnkd.in/edfaRbZq

The USPTO's latest proposed rule could require disclosure of the real party in interest for ex parte reexamination requests. Dr. Jonathan Platt explains the proposal, the reasoning behind it, and what it could mean for future patent challenges. https://lnkd.in/g5MRqGxQ #patentlaw , #usptorules , #intellectualproperty

For decades, ADR didn't need a national platform. Today, it's a different story. Court backlogs are growing, litigation keeps getting slower and more expensive, and as more parties choose private dispute resolution, expectations for speed, technology, and breadth have never been higher. The question isn't whether ADR is growing - it's whether the infrastructure behind it keeps pace. The future of ADR is a platform that adds national reach and resources while strengthening every local firm it touches. That's the Accordia Group model. Read the full article to learn more. https://lnkd.in/guxzw96N

NKF to be the first Tier 1 law firm in Switzerland to roll out Legora firm-wide. This marks another important step in our ongoing commitment to innovation and the integration of cutting-edge technologies, including AI, across our firm. We continue to invest in solutions that empower our lawyers, enhance client service and help shape the future of legal practice.

Today we are partnering with Niederer Kraft Frey (NKF), one of Switzerland’s leading commercial law firms. NKF adopted a paper-free model early, built a culture of structured technology testing, and knew exactly what it needed: not just a tool, but a partner committed to real adoption. Across M&A, capital markets, investigations, and beyond, the way lawyers at NKF are now working has transformed. Querying complex documents in real time, managing large-scale data rooms, and focusing their expertise where it matters most. Full story in the comments.

Super stoked about all the game changing innovation KPMG is doing with Relativity🚀 Our #eDiscovery R&D strategy is centered on: 🪚 Building apps around a leading legal platform instead of trying to pull away from it 🤝 Creating solutions for industry needs that clients are asking for Interested to learn or see more? Let us know!

MoFo’s Ken Kuwayti and Shaelyn Dawson will be featured panelists during the Trade Secrets, Artificial Intelligence & Litigation Conference hosted by Sandpiper Partners on July 15. The program will examine recent developments in trade secrets, artificial intelligence, and litigation. More details can be found here: https://gag.gl/QFlWys

The Court of Appeal has dismissed the Altana and Illiquidx appeal in its entirety. Don McCombie, Jeremy Kosky, Ryan Byrne and I explore the key confidentiality issues arising from the judgment, including when information is in the “public domain” and the practical steps businesses can take to protect proprietary ideas from becoming “generally accessible”. Read the full briefing here: https://lnkd.in/en6THZA7

Tomorrow, the United States marks Independence Day. On July 4, 1776, Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence, one of the most consequential legal documents in the nation's history. At its core, it was an argument about law: that legitimate authority rests on the consent of the governed. That principle still anchors the legal profession today. Every contract, every combination, and every courtroom depends on a system built to honor it. For the lawyers, advisors, and firm leaders who keep that system running, the day carries particular weight. MergerWatch wishes you a safe and reflective Fourth of July. We will return to regular market commentary after the holiday.