ALM General Counsel Conference East
Herrick partner, John H. Chun, moderated a panel discussion at ALM's General Counsel Conference East titled "The Top Litigation Costs in 2026 - and How the Smartest GCs Are Cutting Them."
The panelists discussed practical approaches for reducing expenses through smarter data management, innovative cost-sharing agreements and technology-driven efficiencies. Attendees gained a clearer understanding of where to focus their cost-control efforts to achieve meaningful savings while maintaining high-quality legal outcomes.
Discussion topics included:
- The biggest cost drivers in litigation today, including discovery, expert fees and eDiscovery, to understand where budgets are most impacted.
- Cost-control tactics, such as optimizing data management, using technology to streamline workflows and structuring effective cost-sharing agreements.
- How to implement proactive strategies for predicting and mitigating litigation costs, allowing for better budget management and financial oversight.
Speakers:
- Matt Kalinowski, Global Head of Litigation - Computershare
- John H. Chun, Partner - Herrick Feinstein LLP