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.
Mr Arumugam is a Quantity Surveyor with more than 20 years of experience in construction industry, specialising in forensic quantum analysis and evaluation of claims involving contract termination, variations, delay and disruption, and expert report preparation for international arbitration, litigation and adjudication.
Mr Arumugam is a Quantity Surveyor with a civil engineering background and more than two decades of experience across diverse sectors of the construction industry. Over the past ten years, he has focused on dispute resolution, working on high-value infrastructure and building projects in Hong Kong and internationally. Now based in the United Kingdom, he continues to support the preparation of expert reports and quantum assessments in arbitration and litigation contexts.
Mr Arumugam’s work involves close collaboration with lead Expert Witnesses, contributing to forensic analysis and quantum-related input on complex disputes. His project portfolio includes major civil, tunnelling, and oil and gas developments, where he previously held contractor-side roles managing a range of commercial and contractual responsibilities.
In addition to his project and dispute work, Mr Arumugam has advised contractors and subcontractors on contract administration and claims strategy and has supported legal teams through various stages of formal dispute proceedings.
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.