Article  |  March 25, 2025

Personal and Ephemeral Messaging Platforms: A Priority Target for Enforcement and Regulators

In their recent article, “Personal and Ephemeral Messaging Platforms: A Priority Target for Enforcement and Regulators,” David Craig and Michael Koenig (Secretariat), along with Mark Rosman (Proskauer Rose), explore evolving challenges. They present a risk-based investigative discovery approach to help organizations navigate regulatory scrutiny and minimize the risks of spoliation, sanctions, and obstruction. 

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News  |  March 24, 2025

ACEDS and Secretariat Launch “Code & Counsel: Women in Legal & AI” Working Group 

The Association of Certified E-Discovery Specialists (ACEDS), the world’s leading organization for e-discovery training and certification, has announced the formation of its first working group, “Code & Counsel: Women in Legal & AI.” This new initiative, developed in partnership with the expert and forensic advisory firm Secretariat, seeks to bridge the gender gap in AI adoption within the legal profession. Collectively the working group will explore ethical and innovative applications of AI across legal technology—including e-discovery—advance inclusive practices, and provide legal professionals with practical tools to integrate AI into their daily work.

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News  |  March 12, 2025

Secretariat Experts Featured on 2 Guys, a Girl, and F1 Podcast 

Shalabh Gupta, Amran Nawaz, and Daniel Nazareth joined the 2 Guys, A Girl, and F1 podcast to discuss their article “Demystifying Andretti’s Failed F1 Application” and share valuable insights on the F1 business landscape, Andretti’s application, and anti-dilution fees. The experts also discuss the motivations behind GM Cadillac’s successful F1 application and its broader impacts on the sport.

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News  |  March 11, 2025

Game (Almost) Over: A Damages Expert’s Perspective on Income Losses in Sport

This article dives into the ever-growing area of personal injury damages in sports and the economic theory behind it. We discuss current and historical cases from the United Kingdom, United States, Canada and the Court of Arbitration for Sport, their applicable judgements, and how a damages expert’s evidence (or lack thereof) can impact the monetary damages an athlete may be awarded.

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News  |  March 7, 2025

Secretariat Promotes 64 Professionals Across the Firm

We are proud to highlight these promotions, which exemplify the wealth of experience offered by our global professionals and span across 18 offices: Atlanta, Boston, Brisbane, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Dubai, Hong Kong, Houston, London, Los Angeles, Mumbai, Munich, New York, San Diego, San Francisco, Toronto, and Washington, DC.

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Article  |  March 5, 2025

Trump Tariffs Raise False Claims Act Risks as Customs Enforcement Increases

During his 2024 presidential campaign, Donald Trump made tariffs a cornerstone of his foreign and domestic policy. With new 25% tariffs now imposed on Mexico and Canada, along with an additional 10% tariff on imports from China, the threat of additional tariffs against these, and other countries and trading partners, has not subsided. In addition to these measures, President Trump has announced a policy to charge reciprocal tariffs, meaning to tax foreign goods at the same rate other nations apply to American products.

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Article  |  March 5, 2025

Mitigating AI Risks: Insights from Regulatory Guidance and Enforcement

AI is transforming industries, boosting efficiency, and creating new opportunities. But with rapid adoption comes heightened regulatory scrutiny. The DOJ and SEC are zeroing in on AI governance, risk, and compliance — meaning businesses must act now. In our latest white paper, we discuss the key takeaways from the latest DOJ and SEC guidance and share key questions organizations must be prepared to answer to help avoid investigations.

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Report  |  February 28, 2025

Rebuilding Ukraine — February 2025 Edition

By highlighting the resilience and determination of Ukraine and the global community’s commitment to its support, we look to provide a broad overview of the progress being made, the road ahead and emerging risks. Stay informed with our insights on Ukraine’s Emerging Risks, Funding and International Support, and Sanctions and Export Controls, providing a view of the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead.

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Article  |  February 27, 2025

The Future of Law: Navigating Change in 2025

2024 witnessed a seismic shift in the legal industry, driven by the rapid adoption of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI). Surprisingly, law firms, particularly those engaged in litigation, have spearheaded AI adoption, surpassing corporate legal departments, likely due to several factors, including the surge in post-pandemic data, the sector’s complex yet repeatable processes, and its substantial market size.

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Event  |  April 7, 2025 – April 11, 2025

Paris Arbitration Week 2025

Secretariat is a proud sponsor of the 9th Edition of Paris Arbitration Week.

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Article  |  February 26, 2025

Litigating the Impact of Race: Lessons from SFFA v. U.S. Naval Academy

The recent ruling for defendants Students for Fair Admissions v. The United States Naval Academy, et al. (“SFFA v. USNA”) underscores the limitations of regression analysis when applied to complex, multifaceted decision-making processes like college admissions. Regression analysis is used to quantify the impact of alleged gender, ethnic, or racial discrimination on outcomes beyond college admissions, such as hiring decisions or loan approvals.

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Article  |  February 18, 2025

Navigating the Murky Waters: Charting a Course for Internal Investigations with eDiscovery & Digital Forensics

The corporate landscape is fraught with potential pitfalls, and internal misconduct continues to threaten organisations. Investigations into these matters, often highly confidential and fuelled by vast amounts of digital evidence, pose significant challenges for legal teams navigating eDiscovery and digital forensics, and the stakes are higher than ever. This article delves into the complexities of internal investigations, explores the evolving threats around access to sensitive data, and equips legal teams with best practices to navigate these choppy waters effectively.

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