News | March 10, 2026
First Things First: Why Technical Competence Must Precede AI Literacy for Lawyers
We are pleased to support the launch of a new white paper from Code & Counsel, sponsored by Secretariat and ACEDS.
As Director of Global HR Operations, Mr. Belmore leads Secretariat’s global HR operations function, driving payroll, benefits, compliance, onboarding/offboarding, Workday optimization, global mobility, employee relations, and core HR service delivery. He partners with leaders across regions to build scalable processes and strengthen the employee experience as the firm continues to grow worldwide.
Drew Belmore is an accomplished Human Resources executive with more than two decades of experience increasing employee and company performance while limiting liability.
Mr. Belmore has extensive expertise providing corporate guidance on employee Relations, benefits, payroll, federal & state compliance, mergers and acquisitions, safety, workers’ compensation, risk management, recruitment, selection, compensation, classification, training, mentoring, emotional intelligence, and team building. He additionally specializes in professional competencies, learning and development, manager and employee coaching, employee relations, program management & implementation compliance, strategic resource & succession planning, and performance management.
Mr. Belmore is certified as a Professional in Human Resources (PHR) by the Human Resources Certification Institute and a Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) by the Society for Human Resources Management. He has advised clients across industries, including research, software, professional services, small business, manufacturing, distribution, health care, education, and consulting sectors.
First Things First: Why Technical Competence Must Precede AI Literacy for Lawyers
We are pleased to support the launch of a new white paper from Code & Counsel, sponsored by Secretariat and ACEDS.
Political, Economic, and Financial Crime Risk Trends in Latin America
Enforcement and regulatory conditions observed during 2025 continue to influence cross border risk exposure across Latin America in 2026. These conditions are particularly relevant for financial institutions, illicit supply chains, and organized criminal activity, and continue to shape how corporate governance, regulatory exposure, and private sector risk are evaluated.
The Economics of Remedies to Restore Competition in Epic v. Google
Epic Games’ (“Epic”) suit against Google over the Google Play Store (GPS) and its payment system, Google Play Billing (GPB), continues to capture attention as one of the most closely watched recent U.S. antitrust battles. Now, however, the focus of the case has shifted from Epic’s jury win and Judge Donato’s injunction remedies to the parties’ settlement and proposed remedy changes. The parties’ proposal has engendered judicial skepticism, amici involvement, opinions from Court-appointed experts, and economic scrutiny that may derail the parties’ proposed deal.