Epiq Expert to Speak at the 11th Annual Private Antitrust Enforcement Conference

ATLANTA, Nov. 07, 2017 -- Epiq, a leading global provider of integrated technology solutions and services for the legal profession, today announced its sponsorship of the 11^th Annual Private Antitrust Enforcement Conference. The conference features a series of panels led by experts in the fields of antitrust law and business from a variety of industries in Washington, D.C. on Nov. 7.

Lauren McGeever, director of class action solutions at Epiq, will speak on a panel entitled “International - Private Antitrust Enforcement Around the Globe,” on Nov. 7 at 3:30 p.m. The panel will address developments in the prosecution and defense of private antitrust actions in areas outside the U.S. Discussion topics will include: emerging venues of choice, including pleading standards, and jurisdiction and statute of limitation considerations; availability of class or collective litigation; challenges presented by differing approaches to discovery, contingent fee representation, the “loser pays” rule, and litigation funding; and managing and settling multi-jurisdiction litigation, including notice and settlement administration.

In addition to McGeever, the panel is moderated by Jay Himes, partner at Labaton Sucharow LLP, and other panel members include:

• J. Clayton Everett, Jr., Partner, Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP
• Brian A. Ratner, Partner, Hausfeld LLP
• Aviva Will, Managing Director, Burford Capital

“We are pleased to participate in this conference which provides an opportunity for peers to candidly discuss developments on the horizon related to antitrust actions,” said McGeever. “It’s imperative for legal practitioners to stay ahead of these complex issues.”

About Epiq

Epiq is a leading global provider of integrated technology and services for the legal profession, including eDiscovery, managed services, bankruptcy, class action and mass tort administration, federal regulatory actions and data breach responses. Our innovative solutions are designed to streamline the administration of litigation, investigations, financial transactions, regulatory compliance and other legal matters. Epiq’s subject-matter experts bring clarity to complexity, create efficiency through expertise and deliver confidence to our clients around the world. For more information, visit us at www.epiqsystems.com.

About the American Antitrust Institute

The American Antitrust Institute is an independent, nonprofit organization devoted to promoting competition that protects consumers, businesses, and society. We serve the public through research, education, and advocacy on the benefits of competition and the use of antitrust enforcement as a vital component of national and international competition policy. The American Antitrust Institute is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization.

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