[jsprogrammer]

NPM doesn't need to send a lawyer or any representative.

KIK must prove infringement to get a court order and they won't be able to because they claim no Trademark protection in any goods or services that `kik` deals in.

NPM could have been a dispassionate observer, but decided to take it upon themselves to arbitrate a Trademark dispute. To me, this opens them up to liability if they make any incorrect decision or findings. Why would they want to take on this liability?

There is no pressing need for them to become involved. They should have let Trademark courts handle Trademark disputes.