News and analysis dedicated to the commercial litigation funding sector including regulatory issues, case developments, funding activities, and more.

Calls for an increase in the levels of regulation and oversight of litigation finance across the United States have intensified in recent months, with states throughout the country introducing or…

Although last week seemed to put the dispute between Burford Capital and Sysco Corp to bed, with both firms agreeing to drop all claims, it seems there may yet be…

In the dynamic landscape of litigation finance, funders are constantly navigating various challenges that impact their operations and profitability. This article delves into three key challenges faced by litigation funders…

Last week saw the return of ILFA’s annual litigation finance conference, as leaders from the top funders, law firms, investors and insurers gathered to discuss the most-pressing issues in the…

The intersection of litigation finance and the drive towards progress in the ESG arena are often discussed as a great opportunity for the former, with numerous litigation opportunities arising from…

Litigation and arbitration pursued against national governments has a mixed history, with successful claims brought where governments have harmed companies’ interests through unlawful action, such as the ongoing Sulu dispute….

Whilst funders and claimants almost always have a harmonious and mutually beneficial relationship, there are rare occasions where that partnership breaks down and contentious disputes emerge during the course of…

There are occasions when we see novel approaches to litigation financing, as has been demonstrated by a global social media company providing the financial backing for a lawsuit brought by…

The Chambers & Partners rankings provide an annual guide to the top firms in each region and practice area, as well as highlighting the established industry leaders alongside the rising…

The Information Management Network (IMN) has announced the date for its 2nd Annual International Litigation Finance Forum, which will return to London on 19 October 2023. The event’s inaugural showing…

Litigation Finance Journal recently reported that Coinbase became the first US-based cryptocurrency company to argue a case in front of the Supreme Court. The June decision has been announced, and…

The ongoing saga of the Sulu heirs arbitration case against the Malaysian government, which stands out as one of the high-profile cases of litigation funding in an international dispute, continues…

Analysis of new regulations which affect litigation funding in the European Union has largely focused on the negative impact of potential reforms that may be implemented as a result of…

Critiques of third-party litigation funding tend to focus on two main issues: the perceived lack of transparency around funders’ involvement, and the potential for these funders to unduly influence the…

Consumers who have been the victim of corporate negligence or fraudulent practices by large multinationals have always been at a disadvantage when it comes to seeking justice, overwhelmed by the…

Undertaking litigation poses many risks for small and medium-sized companies that are publicly traded, not only from the specific financial risk that comes from the costly litigation process, but also…

Proposals for increased regulatory measures on litigation finance have become a more common sight in state legislatures across the United States, with such a bill being vetoed by the Louisiana…

Litigation funding has regularly been put forward as a powerful tool in the area of insolvency by providing the necessary capital to pursue litigation. However, a recent ruling from a…

On June 5, 2023, the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) sued the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, Binance, for allegedly misleading investors and regulators while operating an unregistered exchange….

As the litigation finance market continues to grow and mature, established funders are keen to set themselves apart from newer startup funders, with recognition by official regulators playing an important…

Wednesday, June 14th, LFJ hosted a panel of Legal Insurance experts who discussed pertinent issues regarding the intersection of litigation funding and legal insurance. The expert panel included: Stephen Kyriacou,…

LF Dealmakers has announced the agenda for its 6th Annual LF Dealmakers Forum, which promises to cover all the latest developments and trends affecting the litigation finance industry. The event,…

Litigation funding continues to see wider adoption by claimants in a variety of disputes, however, there are jurisdictions that have yet to fully embrace third-party funding. One such country is…

Discussions around disclosure of litigation finance are now becoming a weekly occurrence, spurred on by developments in cases and rulings from courts across the US. However, whilst most of these…