In a post on LinkedIn, The Association of Litigation Funders of Australia (ALFA) announced it will be hosting a conference on class actions in Australia, with the half-day event set…
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Litigation Finance Journal
Litigation Finance Journal, published by Litigation Finance Journal, focuses on the intersection of litigation and finance, covering topics such as litigation funding, investment in legal claims, and the strategic and financial aspects of dispute resolution. The blog discusses developments in patent monetization, investor-state dispute settlement (ISDS) claims, and significant funded legal cases and settlements. It also highlights industry leadership, including profiles of key figures and funders, and tracks trends in litigation finance markets across various jurisdictions. The content is aimed at professionals involved in litigation funding, law firms, investors, and other stakeholders interested in the financial mechanisms supporting legal disputes.
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Member Spotlight: Jeff Zaino
By John Freund
Jeffrey T. Zaino, Esq. is the Vice President of the Commercial Division of the American Arbitration Association in New York. He oversees administration of the large, complex commercial caseload, user outreach, and panel of commercial neutrals in New York. He…
LCM Funding UK Class Action Brought Against Amazon
By John Freund
Whilst funders operating in the UK may be waiting until after July 4 to see how the next government will approach the litigation finance industry, this does not seem to…
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PLA Litigation Funding Appoints Alipio Conde Herrero as Director
By John Freund
An article in Iberian Lawyer covers the announcement of PLA Litigation Funding’s appointment of Alipio Conde Herrero as a director at the company. Before PLA, Conde most recently served as…
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Funding Becomes Mainstream Despite Concerns over Public Perception
By John Freund
The role of third-party funding in the Post Office case triggered a variety of responses from legal industry professionals and outside observers in the UK, with its utility as a…
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Nevada’s Proposed Contingency Fee Cap May Create Opportunities for Funders
By John Freund
When looking at legislative and regulatory developments impacting litigation funders, we must commonly look at those measures specifically targeting third-party funding around issues such as disclosure and transparency. However, a…
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How Quick Should Corporate General Counsel Be to Use Litigation Finance?
By John Freund
IMN hosted its 6th annual Financing, Structuring and Investing in Litigation Finance conference in New York City yesterday. The event was well-attended and featured a diverse array of stakeholders, including…
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An LFJ Conversation with Genevievette Walker-Lightfoot
By John Freund
Genevievette Walker-Lightfoot brings extensive expertise in compliance, risk management, and regulatory affairs. As the Managing Member of The Law Offices of Genevievette Walker-Lightfoot, P.C., she ensures SEC-regulated entities adhere to compliance standards. With ties to FINRA and previous positions at…
Louisiana State Senate Unanimously Passes Litigation Funding Bill
By John Freund
Whilst the UK government has demonstrated support for the litigation finance industry through its legislation, state governments within the US continue to indicate a growing preference for tighter rules and…
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Minnesota Judge Rules Against Burford’s Substitution of Plaintiff Request in Sysco Lawsuits
By John Freund
As LFJ reported in March, attempts made by Burford Capital, and its subsidiary Carina Ventures, to replace Sysco as the plaintiff in its antitrust lawsuits had achieved some success, with…
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