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As LFJ reported earlier this week, the UK has experienced a surge in class action lawsuits over the last year, and there are no signs that this trend is slowing…

The use of litigation funding has been seen by many as a method for equalizing the balance between plaintiffs and defendants, providing the needed capital to enable parties to seek…

UK-based H2O Asset Management is under regulatory investigation by the French financial crime enforcement auditors. H2O is accused of breaching financial instrument ownership laws.  Read More…

Established litigation funders play an important role in leveling the balance of power in the legal system for those plaintiffs who lack the capital to see their case through to…

With 2023 set to be an important year for regulatory developments in the litigation funding industry, an early sign of progress has emerged in Europe. Whilst the European Union may…

An ongoing dispute between a funder and law firm continues, as Hosie Rice lodges objections to a US Magistrate Judge’s recommendation that Woodsford receive a $1.8 million award. This follows…

Following on from LFJ’s reporting last week that highlighted new research which demonstrated the growth of class actions in the U.S., similar trends are also taking hold in the UK,…

With litigation funding being more widely recognized across the globe as a useful tool for both prospective plaintiffs and law firms, funders are keen to explore jurisdictions that are able…

As intellectual property and patent cases continue to dominate the headlines, the discussion around funding disclosure has been a common through-line in this area, especially in U.S. courts. However, an…

Class action lawsuits have continued to gain interest and investment from litigation funders, with LFJ reporting on two high profile actions in the first week of 2023 alone. This is…

As the litigation finance industry enters another year of expected growth in activity and invested capital, the question remains as to what type of cases will attract the most third-party…

The maturation of the litigation funding industry has not only provided a tool to widen access to justice, but has also begun to offer law firms the capital and resources…

The beginning of the new year appears to have continued where 2022 left off, as third-party funding disclosure in patent lawsuits remains a contentious issue in a number of cases….

Litigation funding of class actions remains a powerful tool for holding large corporates to account, especially within industries such as Healthcare and Insurance, which can see customers outmatched by the…

The ongoing rise and potential continued growth in class actions in Europe was a common topic of discussion in 2022, and it appears that this year will continue that trend,…

The use of third-party funding in international arbitration is on the rise, and as its use grows more commonplace, parties are increasingly keen to understand the nuances of accessing funding…

Patent dispute cases have dominated industry news in recent months, both due to them being among the most active areas for litigation finance involvement, and also due to the number…

Litigation finance represents a potent solution to the access-to-justice issues facing America’s legal system. However, third-party funding still faces barriers to entry, both in terms of a lack of general…

Litigation Finance Journal recently reported on a group of 14 state attorneys general that have called for action from the Department of Justice to review potential threats to U.S. national…

The United States Chamber of Commerce Institute for Legal Reform recently warned that litigation finance is a potential risk to national security. Bloomberg Law has published a rebuttal to such…

As we head into 2023, another new funder has entered the growing litigation funding market. Read More…

As the litigation finance industry continues to grow in both established and nascent jurisdictions around the globe, new funders are launching investment firms dedicating a significant portion of their capital…

Recent discussion around the risks of litigation funding have highlighted the potential threat of foreign actors using third-party funding of lawsuits to harm U.S. national security. This claim, which was…

Regulation will be a key industry focus in 2023, with the stage having been set by the Voss Report passed by the European Parliament in September. However, the report’s proposals…

\Despite the mutually beneficial partnership between litigation finance companies and lawyers, one ongoing dispute in U.S. federal court had placed a spotlight on a strained relationship between a funder and…

Shareholder-led class actions are on the rise, with investors seeking to hold corporations to account where they engage in misleading or deceptive statements, and litigation funders are increasingly eager to…

Disclosure of litigation funding remains one of the most discussed industry topics as we head into the end of the year, with disclosure requirements and disputes occurring in jurisdictions around…

Litigation funding is perhaps at its most impactful when it can be used by individuals or groups of citizens to hold their government to account. A new class action in…

Regulatory developments are at the front of mind for funders around the world, with significant proposals being discussed to place restrictions on third-party funding in the European Union, whilst other…

This Sunday’s “60 Minutes” featured a segment on the growth of litigation funding. Host Leslie Stahl highlighted the industry’s important role within the Legal Services sector, but also pointed out…