Lawyers for civil justice
Shaping the future of litigation.
The rules that govern civil procedure and evidence profoundly impact how cases are conducted. Lawyers for Civil Justice leads business and defense bar advocacy for improvements to civil litigation rules.
LCJ’s advocacy is focused on the federal procedural rulemaking process governed by the Rules Enabling Act. But our work continues after adoption of rule changes because LCJ also works to ensure the appropriate implementation of rule amendments through amicus briefs, bench and bar education, and support for aligned state rule changes.
The expertise and experience of our corporate and law firm members is the foundation of our effectiveness. LCJ member lawyers collaborate to craft impactful rule proposals and advocate for improved civil litigation fairness and efficiency.
Learn more about our leadership on civil litigation rules reform and the benefits of participating in LCJ:
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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 members work together to identify critical litigation issues, develop proposals, and craft strategies to advance rule reforms. LCJ members drive LCJ’s advocacy agenda, and benefit from their collaboration with leading corporate counsel and law firm litigators.
LCJ’s record of success in shaping the civil litigation landscape is unparalleled, and we continue to work at the vanguard of litigation rules reform. Our members are at the forefront of securing meaningful new rule improvements that impact the fairness and efficiency of litigation.
IMPLEMENT NEW MDL RULES
Multidistrict litigation is now over 70% of federal cases. LCJ seeks to improve clarity, fairness, and certainty of MDLs through the implementation of the new FRCP 16.1.
Modernize Privilege Logs
LCJ is working to reduce the costs and burdens of privilege logs through implementation of new rule amendments.
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.
CLASS ACTION REFORM
LCJ seeks to prevent needless class actions through judicial consideration of non-litigation remedies.
Get Involved
Members are encouraged to deepen their involvement through committee participation.
Interested in membership? Learn more about LCJ member opportunities and benefits.
LCJ’s Fellows program engages rising defense bar leaders in LCJ’s issue development and advocacy work.