Litigation Funding
Litigation Support Guide 2024 : Europe-wide
Band 2
Contact number
+44 20 3530 2000About
Provided by Burford Capital
Burford’s team in Europe helps commercial claimants including top businesses and law firms. European litigants often have disputes that cross multiple borders and require highly specialized legal representation and asset recovery expertise. Businesses and law firms use litigation funding to remove the cost and risk of pursuing complex commercial litigation and arbitration. With an office in London and staff on the ground in five countries on the continent, Burford combines local expertise with cross-jurisdictional experience to help our clients achieve the best possible outcomes for their legal matters.
How we add value
- Our staff speaks more than 15 languages, including German, French and Spanish
- Our team includes veterans of Global 100 law firms
- We perform all diligence in-house and respond quickly and efficiently
- We are publicly traded on the LSE and NYSE and have the scale to finance matters of any size through resolution
- In cost-shifting jurisdictions, we offer adverse costs coverage
Chambers Review
Burford Capital is a renowned funder in commercial litigation and arbitration cases. The firm is a growing presence in Europe, financing mass claims as well as securities and antitrust litigation.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Burford has a very knowledgeable and responsive team who are always enjoyable to work with."
"Burford has a very pragmatic approach and an excellent team."
"The Burford teams show deep knowledge of the industry and sophisticated skills in the implementation of litigation financing projects."
"Burford has a very knowledgeable and responsive team who are always enjoyable to work with."
"Burford has a very pragmatic approach and an excellent team."
"The Burford teams show deep knowledge of the industry and sophisticated skills in the implementation of litigation financing projects."
Notable Practitioners
Jörn Eschmentis a director at Burford and is based in Switzerland. He is a former international arbitration and litigation lawyer, and is well regarded for his work in the DACH region.
"Jörn understands both the legal and commercial aspects of cases very well and is a strong communicator. He's someone you are happy to introduce to a client."
"Jörn is an outstanding attorney and a very wise decision-maker."
"Jörn is not only highly competent but also has a keen eye for detail without neglecting the bigger picture."
Mick Smith is a principal in Burford's London office, and has a background in law and investment banking. He is well praised for his knowledge of both the legal and financial markets.
"Mick is a top adviser and a great guy."
"Mick is very good and has a lot of experience."
"Mick is very impressive and has been in this sector for a long time."