Lawyers for civil justice
Shaping the future
of litigation.
LCJ brings together leading corporations, preeminent law firms, and national defense bar organizations to collaborate on initiatives to improve the procedural fairness and efficiency of the U.S. civil litigation system. Overly burdensome and unbalanced litigation rules hamper the just resolution of disputes by adding unnecessary costs and creating uncertainty for litigants. LCJ leads efforts to improve rules related to civil litigation by proposing rule amendments and engaging in the rulemaking process conducted by the U.S. Judicial Conference Committee on Rules of Practice and Procedure and its advisory committees on civil, evidence, and appellate rules.
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Six New Rule Proposals Coming Soon for Public Comment
Six proposed amendments to federal procedural rules—including new provisions to govern remote testimony, corporate disclosures, and an all-new rule on machine-generated evidence—will be published in August and open for public comment through February 2026.
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New Expert Admissibility Decisions Reflect LCJ’s FRE 702 Advocacy
Two new federal circuit decisions apply amended FRE 702’s standards on the admissibility of expert evidence as LCJ urged in recent amicus briefs. LCJ’s efforts to urge proper application of amended Rule 702 also include four new amicus briefs. Also: Oklahoma becomes the 7th state to update its expert evidence rule.
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LCJ Urges Court to Uphold FRE 502(d)’s Protection Against Waiver
LCJ is defending Federal Rule of Evidence 502(d)’s protection against privilege waiver in a new LCJ amicus brief filed with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit.
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TPLF Disclosure Rule Urged by Alex Dahl in WSJ Letter
LCJ General Counsel Alex Dahl makes the case for third-party litigation funding transparency and the need for a uniform disclosure rule in a letter published by the Wall Street Journal.
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New President Scott Kreamer Announces LCJ Priorities
Newly installed LCJ president Scott Kreamer announced our organization’s advocacy priorities for the year ahead at our Spring Membership Meeting annual dinner on May 8th. Scott Kreamer leads a roster of new and returning officers and Board members.
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LCJ Recognizes Jim Beck with Founders Award
LCJ recognized James M. Beck with its highest achievement award, the LCJ Founders Award, at our Spring Membership Meeting. Jim received the LCJ Founders Award for his profound contributions to our advocacy program and his tireless work to improve civil litigation.
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LCJ Seeks FRCP Rules for Navigating Privacy Rights and Cyber Risks
The Federal Rules of Civil Procedure do not provide sufficient direction to courts and parties for navigating the intense conflicts between discovery demands and protecting personal and confidential information. The need for guidance is urgent. LCJ’s new FRCP proposal offers straightforward improvements to key rules for proactively managing the duties and burdens of protecting the personal and confidential information of litigants and non-parties.
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LCJ Opposes Remote Testimony Proposal, Recommends New Rule 45 Protections
LCJ is urging the Advisory Committee on Civil Rules not to proceed with three FRCP 45 amendments under consideration: expanding the reach of subpoenas for remote testimony, loosening the rules for methods of service of subpoenas, and delaying or even eliminating the tendering of witness fees.
Together we’re making a difference
LCJ advocates for improvements to procedural and evidentiary rules through the federal civil litigation rule amendment process. LCJ members work together to identify critical issues, develop proposals, and organize advocacy initiatives, as well as amicus and communications programs. Together, LCJ members have built an unparalleled record of success and continue to advance impactful new proposals.
Establish Rules for MDLs
Multi-district litigation is now over 70% of federal cases. LCJ seeks dedicated MDL rules to improve clarity, fairness and certainty.
Modernize Privilege Logs
LCJ advocates for rule amendments to improve currently burdensome privilege log processes.
Change Expert Evidence Practices
FRE Rule 702 amendments clarify the standards for expert evidence and the role of judges as gatekeepers on evidence admission decisions.
Ensure TPLF Disclosure
Third-party litigation funding impacts litigation but is largely conducted in secret. LCJ seeks to ensure disclosure of TPLF agreements for the courts and parties.
Improve Cyber Security
Litigation discovery can expose confidential and private data to theft. LCJ seeks to improve cyber security and address privacy rights in discovery.
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Members are encouraged to deepen their involvement through committee participation.
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