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Since the Supreme Court handed down its judgement on litigation funding agreements last week, there has been much discussion of the difficulties that funders may face to survive in an…

In a briefing from Clifford Chance analyzing the nature and long-term effects of the Supreme Court’s decision, Claire Freeman and her co-authors examine the background to the case, breakdown the…

As LFJ continues to report on industry reactions to the UK Supreme Court’s decision on litigation funding agreements (LFAs) being classified as damages-based agreements (DBAs), we are finding varied perspectives…

With funding for patent litigation facing a barrage of disclosure requests in the US, and funding agreements in class action claims facing new challenges, funders are keen to keep an…

Whilst it has only been a matter of days since the landmark decision from the UK Supreme Court, with a judgement establishing that litigation funding agreements (LFAs) should be classified…

One of the stories that will be important to monitor throughout 2023 is how each country within the European Union will handle the implementation of the EU’s Representative Action Directive,…

As LFJ recently reported, the aftermath of the Covid-19 pandemic is proving to be fertile ground for lawsuits, including litigation being brought by university students who argue that they did…

The topic of funding disclosure in patent litigation has continued to be one of the most pressing issues in the US market, driven by ongoing efforts in Delaware to put…

One of the most significant court rulings for litigation funders in the UK was handed down today, as the Supreme Court announced its decision in the case of R (on…

An area of litigation and arbitration that has become increasingly associated with funded claims is the world of international investment treaties, and claims brought by corporations against governments for being…

As the litigation finance industry continues to mature, there will naturally be an expectation that the industry should move towards standardized approaches and methodology. Reflecting this trend, Burford Capital’s CEO…

Over three years after the outbreak of Covid-19, claims are still being brought by individuals or groups who suffered losses due to actions taken by organizations during the pandemic. In…

The Camp Lejeune tainted water scandal has been previously discussed as one of the most promising opportunities for mass claims in the US, with new reporting suggesting that the scale…

Although the use of litigation funding continues to increase in many jurisdictions, both in terms of the volume of funded disputes and in the value of the legal actions being…

The combination of class actions and litigation funding has proven to be an incredibly powerful tool in holding large corporations to account, providing the needed capital to balance the scales…

Ireland’s President has approved legislation that allows third parties to finance international commercial arbitration. Historically, Ireland has enacted a very restrictive approach to third party funding vehicles to finance litigation…

Large scale class action claims remain a top priority for many leading funders, providing an opportunity to give significant volumes of consumers access to justice and seek compensation from large…

Among the discussion of new regulations which could affect litigation funding, one of the most important angles to consider is how each country’s implementation of the EU’s Representative Action Directive…

As LFJ outlined in an article last week, one of the key challenges facing the litigation funding market over the coming years is going to be uncertainty in the global…

One of the largest areas of growth for litigation funders in the next decade could be through funding law firms, either via broader portfolio funding structures or the more emergent…

The future growth and potential scope of the litigation finance market is often discussed in the context of specific sectors or geographic markets in which third-party funding could see increased…

2023 continues to be a strong growth year for the market’s leading litigation funders, as the established industry names continue to record impressive results and grow their footprints in target…

The benefits of litigation funding are often discussed in singular terms, such as how outside capital can benefit a corporate legal department or how it can act as a powerful…

Litigation funding is useful for both claimants and law firms who wish to offset the financial cost and associated risks of pursuing meritorious lawsuits. However, it can also provide added…

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….