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Ben Roe

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Ben is the Lead Knowledge Lawyer (PSL) for Baker McKenzie's Global Disputes and Compliance Group, with responsibility for knowledge management and training for approximately 1,400 litigation, arbitration and compliance lawyers across 74 offices. He manages a team of knowledge lawyers focused on enhancing technical standards and improving efficiency. Prior to his time at Baker McKenzie, Ben spent a decade in private practice. He has broad experience of high-value commercial litigation, along with regulatory and internal investigations. Ben is qualified in England and Wales, where he holds higher rights of audience. He is a CEDR-accredited mediator and an officer of the International Bar Association's litigation committee.

The landscape for disputes in 2025 looks as complex as it has ever been. Our eighth global survey of 600 senior lawyers reveals that businesses are wrestling with numerous external forces that increase the chance of disputes.  Technology issues top that list: cybersecurity and data privacy are the chief concerns, driven by the proliferation of data breaches and a regulatory outlook that is evolving quickly. Digital transformation — including the rapid integration of AI into…

The Year Ahead – our publication looking at key developments in global litigation and arbitration for 2021 – is now available in English, Spanish and Mandarin. COVID-19 and its effects have triggered many disputes, with litigation volumes in some jurisdictions having already doubled, and our clients expect us to help them spot trends and plan for the future. Our report features economic analysis from The Economist Intelligence Unit, and legal analysis from our team of more than…

We are pleased to inform you that The Year Ahead – our publication looking at key developments in global litigation and arbitration for the coming year – is now available to read and download at: https://bakermckenzie.turtl.co/story/the-year-ahead-2020 The report considers the wider global trends driving disputes, including predictions for the global economy, trade wars, sanctions and political developments. It highlights the digital revolution and the sustainability movement. Ten “big themes” for disputes are set out: The globalization…