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Dr. Richard Manning provided trial testimony that contributed to a decisive legal victory for biotech startup Inhibrx in a $460 million trade secrets case. Dr. Manning was engaged by law firms Potter Anderson?and Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati?to provide expert testimony and respond to the damages claims for this case. On November 1, 2024, a federal jury in the US District Court for the District of Delaware unanimously sided with Inhibrx, rejecting all allegations of misappropriation and awarding the plaintiff $0 in damages, based in part on Dr. Manning’s testimony. Read more: https://lnkd.in/e2AC3UVS

On 20 November, Director Sue Kim will speak at the Adjudication Society 23rd Annual Conference, leading “Workshop 1 Stream A: Bias.” Moderated by?Carly Thorpe (Walker Morris), the workshop will also inlcude?Karen Gidwani (Fenwick Elliott) and?Kevin Madden (Logic Commercial). Learn more:?https://lnkd.in/eBb923zg

Managing Director?Robert Stoner and Director?Jéssica Dutra have recently published?The US Music Industries: Jobs & Benefits — 2024 Report?for the?Recording Industry Association of America? (RIAA) of America where they measure the music industries’ economic impact nationwide, which overall contribute $212 billion to the GDP and account for 2.5 million jobs. Their report?also provides a detailed state-by-state breakdown, giving an even sharper window into how this economic engine ripples through the broader ecosystem from sources such as music venues, festivals,?brick-and-mortar stores, and artists’/songwriters’/music schools’ digital platforms, to name the most significant. Read the report:?https://lnkd.in/eQmcfKsh

Managing Director Amy Peevey will give a talk entitled “Lessons Learned from Building Enclosure Delegated Design Disasters” at the American Society of Civil Engineers — Structural Conference (Iowa Chapter) on November 19. ? The presentation will offer effective strategies for managing delegated designs in building enclosures, with insights on minimizing risks through clear definitions, integration, and coordination from design to construction. ? Learn more:?https://lnkd.in/gJERqHEB

Secretariat recently closed out Australian Arbitration Week with an inspiring panel discussion on arbitration across generations. A huge thank you to our insightful panellists — Lucy Martinez, Mark Dempsey SC, and Emily O'Brien and our Secretariat team John Lancaster PhD CEng and Joel Glover for their perspectives on how mentorship, technology, and diversity intersect in arbitration. Key insights included the push toward digitalisation, the nuances of generational communication styles, how diversity enhances arbitration, and the importance of mentoring the next generation. Read the full recap here:?https://lnkd.in/ehGmf7WG #ACICA?#internationalarbitration?#arbitration?#arbitrationaustralia

Secretariat is excited to welcome renowned material sciences and engineering expert Dr. Eric Guyer as the newest Managing Director and member of the Atlanta office. Dr. Guyer is a recognized leader in complex product failure analysis and investigations, known for his expertise across multiple industries analyzing the root causes of product fracture, fatigue, and corrosion. With the addition of Dr. Guyer, Secretariat is establishing a new Engineering & Scientific Consulting practice. The practice will be a new market leader providing the critical research, analysis, and investigations expertise necessary to solve challenging scientific, engineering, and regulatory questions behind why products fail and the implications for consumers, businesses, and investors.? Read the press release to learn more about Dr. Guyer and our new Engineering & Scientific Consulting practice: https://lnkd.in/gUHGGpkv

Secretariat are proud to stand alongside organizations worldwide as a supporting partner of International Fraud Awareness Week. According to the?Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE)’s 2024 Occupational Fraud Report, global losses arising from fraud exceeded $3.1 billion with organizations losing an estimated 5% of their annual revenue — averaging $1.7 million per case. Disturbingly, more than half of these cases resulted from a lack of internal controls or the override of existing safeguards. With 84% of fraudsters displaying at least one behavioural red flag, proactive measures and vigilance are crucial. This important awareness initiative underscores the need for ongoing efforts to mitigate fraud risks impacting businesses and communities globally. If you suspect your company may be affected by fraud, we can help. Reach out to us today. https://lnkd.in/e9dwpVjD #FraudAwareness #FightFraud #IFAW24 #fraudweek

The recent GRC Summit 2024, proudly hosted by Secretariat in collaboration with The Wealth Today, brought together more than 300 attendees and 40 speakers to discuss crucial topics about governance, risk, and compliance. To capture the insights and diverse perspectives that emerged from our discussions, we've compiled key takeaways from our esteemed participants. Read the article: https://lnkd.in/eC9Fzv54 Thank you to all the speakers and attendees who contributed to this impactful event. We are grateful for the opportunity to collaborate on the program with?The Wealth Today?and look forward to next year's summit. Greg Hallahan Mrinal Jain May Mhanna Stephen Millington Bhavin Shah Ralph Stobwasser

On 14 November, Managing Director Ian Greenhough will speak on a panel at Limeslade’s Construction and Law Masterclass, exploring AI and technology in construction disputes Delving into key questions on how AI is transforming construction and dispute resolution, the latest tools available, and the potential for automation in the field, the panel will also include Michael Wheater KC (Gatehouse Chambers), and Nick Oury (Herbert Smith Freehills). Learn more:?https://lnkd.in/eXV4_FM2

Stephen Millington?and Ralph Stobwasser?will be speaking alongside Ben Jones?(Greenberg Traurig) and Florence Jerome-Ball?(Greenberg Traurig) on a panel titled “Criminal Law and Enforcement Considerations in Arbitral Proceedings” on 13 November as part of Dubai Arbitration Week 2024. ? The panel will discuss key white-collar crime considerations in arbitrations, highlighting the interplay between criminal proceedings and arbitration proceedings, and present considerations from an enforcement and asset recovery perspective. ? Register for the event?here:?https://lnkd.in/e_JgMTSs