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Marcus has established one of the country’s leading practices devoted to drafting and negotiating Enterprise Software related licenses, implementation and SaaS agreements, as well as litigating failed software implementations in courts and before arbitration panels across the country. He is one of the foremost attorneys in the country representing government entities, distributors and manufacturers in recovering damages arising out of failed Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software implementations.

Is it better to arbitrate or litigate digital transformation disputes? Like most things, it depends.

  • Arbitration is usually less expensive and quicker than litigation.
  • You can select an arbitrator with ERP software and technology experience, and the dispute is confidential.
  • In some scenarios, you may have a panel of arbitrators.

Choosing the right arbitrator(s) is

As we often say, the Cloud is not a one-size-fits-all all proposition and it is not a silver bullet. It is a fundamental shift in how companies purchase software. It carries data security risks. If you need to customize the software to meet unique business requirements, the Cloud may not be ideal for your needs.

Over the past 20 years, we have been involved in hundreds of disputes involving failed ERP software implementations and Digital Transformation. While the specific facts are always different, the claims and allegations involving a failed ERP implementation or Digital Transformation are remarkably similar. If you are, or have been, involved in a problematic ERP software

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Technology Transactions

In today’s ever-evolving digital landscape and increasing reliance on technology, it is vital for organizations to have an expert legal team to assist with managing technology transactions. Taft’s Technology Transactions group is fully equipped to assess and manage legal matters related to technology with extensive knowledge, regulatory understanding, and practical

The move to the cloud has been transformative, but negotiating cloud and SaaS contracts presents its own set of challenges.

The legal and business terms presented in cloud contracts are different from those in traditional on-premise software licenses. You have no greater leverage with your vendor to negotiate meaningful concessions than before you commit to

Contact Marcus:

  • Email: mharris@taftlaw.com
  • Work Phone: 312.840.4320

About Marcus

Marcus has established one of the country’s leading practices devoted to drafting and negotiating Enterprise Software related licenses, implementation and SaaS agreements, as well as litigating failed software implementations in courts and before arbitration panels across the country.

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