Kevin F Meade

May 17, 2019 | New York Law Journal

The ultimate “success” of litigation should be evaluated in light of the company's business aims and objectives. Outside counsel can play an invaluable role in helping the company obtain those aims and objectives, but two things are essential for that to occur—(1) early and frank communication between the company and its outside counsel, and (2) an objective and thorough early case assessment as to the risks and probable outcomes of litigation.

By Kevin F. Meade

8 minute read

December 02, 2013 | New York Law Journal

Kevin F. Meade and Arielle Gordon of Weil, Gotshal & Manges, focus on the proposed changes to Fed. R. Civ. P. 26(b)(1) and 37(e), which could have a significant impact on discovery.

By Kevin F. Meade and Arielle Gordon

9 minute read

August 19, 2013 | Law.com

Multinational companies involved in litigation frequently find themselves seeking documents or information located in another country. Companies should have a clear understanding of their rights and obligations before agreeing (or not agreeing) to provide the requested discovery.

By Kevin F. Meade

7 minute read

March 19, 2013 | New York Law Journal

Kevin F. Meade, a senior associate at Weil, Gotshal & Manges, writes that The U.S. circuit courts have shown that they take seriously the Federal Rules of Appellate Procedure's 30-day limitation to file an appeal, and, as recent decisions illustrate, failing to take a timely appeal will result in its dismissal.

By Kevin F. Meade

13 minute read