Most litigation funding applicants naturally tend to focus on the merits of their case when talking to funders. After all, anyone motivated to initiate a lawsuit likely believes that their case is extremely strong. Application packages tend to focus on the plaintiff’s allegations against the defendant, and documents meant to prove those allegations. The problem […]
All attorneys know the adage “they sure don’t teach that in law school.” Well, if law schools do not teach attorneys how to file a pleading with the court or deal with difficult opposing counsel, they certainly do not teach us how to present a case to a litigation funding company for funding. Following these […]
Litigation funding is a fast-growing industry, and one that is slowly gaining acceptance in jurisdictions across the United States. However, a recent study from the American Bar Association notes that the acceptability of litigation funding is a “developing area” of law. This is why it is important for attorneys who are seeking funding or represent clients […]
Law firm funding is a secure financing alternative that enables partners to avoid exposing their personal assets.
Legal representation of government entities requires in-depth knowledge of the unique issues these clients face.
Cash flow limitations constrain law firms and prevent the realization of full business potential.
Law firms of all sizes and specialties struggle with financial constraints due to inadequate access to working capital.
Attorneys and their law firms have more options than ever before for raising capital to supplement or grow their practices. Traditional capital sources like institutional loans involve a cumbersome application process and are hard on the firm and partner balance sheets. After investigating alternative sources of capital for law firms, an increasing number of attorneys […]
More attorneys and law firms are realizing the many benefits of law firm funding, and the service is becoming more common across the globe. This demand has resulted in an influx of funding providers to the market, but the offerings and abilities of these companies vary. Attorneys considering law firm funding solutions must choose the […]
Law firms often walk a precarious financial line, balancing the potential for large settlements or judgments in the future against the time and expense needed to build a winning case. Discerning law firms know how to leverage pre-settlement funding to support current litigation and firm health and growth. Collateralizing winning cases before they’re resolved allows […]
Demand for law firm funding is growing. As more attorneys and firms recognize the business and legal advantages of this type of financing, investors are discovering the benefits of investments in law firm funding.
Corporate counsel work under immense pressure to protect and advocate for the companies they serve.
Civil defense law firms provide legal guidance and services to businesses and individuals with a lot at stake.
International arbitration provides a time-tested forum to resolve contractual disputes between entities in different countries.
Insolvency law is a highly specialized field, and serving insolvent clients or their creditors requires a range of skills.
Class action lawsuits provide an efficient way for courts to decide disputes that might otherwise go unaddressed, benefitting plaintiffs and defendants alike. Unfortunately, these cases often take years to conclude. And they often require infusions of time and money that are beyond the reach of many law firms. Class action litigation funding fills this gap […]
Plaintiffs asserting claims against big business face an uphill battle. Cases involving commercial litigation, patent claims, antitrust and competition claims and more often present a David-and-Goliath scenario. Adding to that the typical contingency fee arrangement in plaintiff cases, many law firms struggle financially to see meritorious cases through. But there is an answer to that […]
