Category Archives: Legal Innovation
Lexolent Network Aims to Fill Gaps in the Funding Market

The demand for third-party litigation funding continues to remain high, and there are no shortages of providers out there. However, there are those in the industry who see an opportunity for an intermediary party who can connect funders, investors, brokers and other parties, in order to create more opportunities for access to justice. …
Highlights from the Second Edition of LITFINCON
Broadridge Class Actions Report Finds Massive Growth In Securities Litigation

Class actions remain a popular target for litigation funders as 2023 progresses, driven by developments in countries’ regulatory framework for these actions, as well as particularly active sectors such as securities litigation. A new report by Broadridge Financial Solutions has found that not only is the volume of securities class actions on the rise, but…
Enabling Social Impact Litigation Funding Through Tokenization

The use of the blockchain and the tokenization of litigation funding has been promoted by many parties as the next step in the digital transformation of the industry, unlocking new avenues of access to justice. In a recent post, one industry thought leader puts forward the argument that this technology can also be used to…
Tokenization of Litigation Funding Could Widen Access to Justice
“60 Minutes” Scheduled to Air at 7:30 PM, ET/7:00 PM, PT After Football on the CBS Television Network

Burford Capital will be featured on CBS’ 60 Minutes this Sunday, December 18 at 7:30 PM ET/7:00 PM PT [after to Sunday Night Football (please check local listings)].
Litigation at the Forefront of Future Climate Activism
ME Litigation Funding Recognised as Tech Trailblazer

Litigation funders face similar challenges as big banks and traditional lenders, needing to both fulfill their core financial role to customers while also competing within the rapidly evolving marketplace driven by technology. Therefore, it is no surprise that funders who are able to demonstrate the agility of a fintech are being recognized for their digital…
GLS Capital Recognized in 2022 Global IP Strategist List
Bloomberg Research Indicates Litigation Finance Industry Set to Grow in 2023

Despite global economic instability, litigation finance has been touted by industry leaders as a resilient industry that remains insulated from market fluctuations, and stands out as a lucrative alternative investment. New research from Bloomberg indicates that the industry is still in a period of growth with further room to expand, but in doing so, will…