Now that Litigation Finance has established itself as a viable industry, laws are being written to clarify finer points and add consistency to laws across jurisdictions. One area of focus is how costs are handled, both in terms of the UK adverse costs regime, and in possible new requirements for third-party funders wishing to obtain securities for cost.
There are a multitude of ways to structure an affirmative recovery program, but the central guiding principles remain the same. It’s vital to make any new initiatives company-wide so everyone is involved and participating in the same goals. It’s equally important to know that focusing on the legal department doesn’t have to mean enlarging your staff.
