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The prolonged duration of investor-state treaty disputes often means that updates on these claims are few and far between. However, the presence of litigation funding allows these claims to proceed…

One of the common talking points at industry events is the need for increased standardisation in legal funding, with a set of agreed upon best practices often viewed as an…

Alexander Wolfson, a highly experienced barrister of more than 25 years standing, has issued an opt-out class action claim against software giant Microsoft. He is issuing the claim on behalf…

For litigation funders in their early years of growth post-founding, the ability to continue to raise capital and expand to new markets are often key signs of strengths in these…

A statement released by Litigation Capital Management (LCM) offers a response to recent media speculation that the funder is facing a potential investigation by the office of the Dubai Public…

As LFJ reported in February, one legal funder in Germany is seeking to elevate its engagement in the country with a new fund that demonstrates significant ambition for the growth…

Although the presence and visibility of legal funding in India is limited, a recent judgment re-affirming the legality of litigation funding will no doubt be seen as a positive sign…

In January of this year, LFJ covered the launch of Legatus Holdings Limited, with the legal funding venture designed as a one-stop shop offering funding, legal services, insurance and claims…

A patent infringement case being brought against one of the world’s largest streaming companies would on its face be considered a significant matter. However, this case may have added implications…

Among the criticisms leveled at the legal funding industry, one critique that has gained significant traction lately in the United States is the idea that the funding of patent infringement…

As LFJ covered yesterday, the availability of legal funding is having a significant impact on the world of arbitration, with funders offering a variety of services from financing the initial…

As LFJ covered in March of this year, JurisTrade launched the first phase of its Litigation Asset Marketplace offering over $70 million in litigation funding opportunities, with the aim of…

While some funders are looking towards the secondaries market as a way to expand their investment opportunities, one funder is moving in the opposite direction following the closing of its…

With the growing prominence of third-party funding in arbitration proceedings, industry bodies are keen to establish best practices for those involved in funded matters, and to increase the broader levels…

As LFJ reported last month, the finalisation of a deal between Ares Management and Omni Bridgeway to establish a new fund has been hailed by both parties as a landmark…

As LFJ reported in March, an investor-state dispute over the Khemisset Potash Project in Morocco had continued to progress as the mining company bringing the claim began to draw down…

In a post on LinkedIn, the Australian litigation funder Clover Risk Funding announced the appointment of Lisa Brentnall as Chief Investment Officer.  Brentnall joins Clover Risk Funding from CASL, where…

Whilst current levels of global economic instability are unlikely to be celebrated by many, for litigation funders focused on the insolvency market, such economic headwinds present opportunities for strong financial…

Following the signing of a bill by Georgia’s Governor earlier this month on regulating litigation funding, industry observers are eyeing which state will be the next to expand its oversight…

As LFJ covered earlier this month, concerns have been raised that law firms in the housing disrepair claims sector are operating with unsustainable business models propped up by litigation funders….

An insolvent law firm’s administration proceedings in the Insolvency and Companies Court has concluded with the firm’s litigation funder acquiring its assets, whilst preserving funded cases by transferring them to…

Recent years have been described as a time of substantial growth and expansion in the global litigation funding market, yet new reporting suggests that one of the industry’s most well-known…

Whilst funders are often eager to support class actions on behalf of customers who have been harmed by cybersecurity attacks on other companies, a new complaint filed in Florida seeks…

Antitrust and competition claims brought against large multinational corporations often represent lucrative opportunities for litigation funders, and the announcement of a new series of fines being imposed on two of…

As LFJ covered at the end of last month, the first quarter of 2025 had already demonstrated the momentum behind legislative initiatives at the state level aimed at regulating the…

Dubai has enacted Law No. (2) of 2025 which cements the role of the DIFC Courts as a forum for cross-border litigation and arbitration. According to the Government of Dubai’s Official…

The combined strength of experienced law firms and well-resourced litigation funders can be a powerful tool for disadvantaged communities seeking justice and compensation from state authorities. However, a recent settlement…

On Thursday, April 17th, LFJ hosted a virtual town hall featuring key stakeholders in the legal funding for patents and trade secrets markets. The panel featured Anup Misra (AM), Managing…

As LFJ reported last week, Google is the target of a €900 million claim brought against the technology giant in the Netherlands over its alleged anti-competitive behaviour. However, that is…

Ever since the Supreme Court’s ruling in PACCAR, it has become a common sight in group proceedings to see defendants bringing appeals over the funding arrangements in these cases. However,…