Poyner Spruill LLP is proud to announce that partners J.M. Durnovich, Eric Stevens, and Nick Tosco were featured speakers at the SCG Legal 2025 Annual Meeting, held earlier this month. The event brought together legal professionals from across the globe to discuss emerging trends, legal challenges, and policy developments shaping the future of law and governance.
J.M. Durnovich, who concentrates his practice on complex business disputes and high-stakes government conflicts, was a panelist in a session titled “From Boardroom to Browser: Navigating the Evolving Litigation Landscape.” Durnovich addressed the growing risks associated with digital platforms and the broad impacts of AI in litigation. He shared practical strategies for managing litigation exposure and preparing clients for today’s rapidly changing legal environment.
Eric Stevens, a seasoned intellectual property attorney, moderated the “Intellectual Property Trends, Risks & the Road Ahead” breakout session. Stevens led a dynamic discussion on the future of IP law, including the impact of AI-generated content, high-profile entertainment disputes, and evolving enforcement strategies. He also guided the conversation on safeguarding IP assets and navigating the complexities of IP litigation.
Nick Tosco, who focuses his practice on local government law, land use, zoning, and complex civil litigation, participated in the session titled “Navigating Change: Forecasting the Trump Administration’s Impact on Local, State, and Federal Governments.” Tosco contributed on a panel that explored the potential implications of a second Trump administration on issues such as regulatory rollbacks, tariffs, constitutional challenges, and international trade.
SCG Legal is a global network of independent law firms, and Poyner Spruill is the sole representative law firm for North Carolina.
