Litigation Support Guide 2026 : USA - Nationwide
Ranked Individuals
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GLS Capital is a notable funder of single-matter and portfolio arrangements, and provides funding for commercial litigation, arbitrations and complex intellectual property cases.
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GLS provide extreme professionalism. They are responsive, straight-forward and easy to work with. They are available when you need them, but do not dig too deep into what you are doing, allowing you to perform within your lane.
GLS has a unique combination of sophistication, nimbleness and efficiency. GLS possesses particular skill in understanding complex legal matters. They craft unique and mutually beneficial investment structures that best serve the interests of its investors and the firm or client seeking funding. They are also able to move very quickly and do not get bogged down in internal bureaucracy.
GLS is staffed by elite litigators with excellent judgement. When we discuss a case, I trust that their advice is directed at what is best for our client.
The case we handled with GLS could not have turned out better. They negotiated a great agreement for all parties, participated without being controlling or demanding and were flexible as new issues arose.
GLS stand out for their professionalism, deep understanding of plaintiffs' side and complex litigation. They are responsive and flexible with respect to funding arrangements and their pricing is also very competitive.
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Adam Gill is a founder and managing director at GLS Capital. Gill draws on substantial experience from his former positions at Gerchen Keller and Burford Capital in his role at GLS Capital, and he is an acknowledged expert in intellectual property matters.
Adam Gill is a leader and visionary in the industry of litigation finance.
Adam Gill is really clever. I like working with smart people, so working with him is a blessing. I think one of the great things about litigation funding is that a client who is not sophisticated in litigation can partner up with someone like Adam and get both funding and strategic guidance.
Adam Gill is the best of the best. He is not only a true professional, but also very relatable.
Adam Gill is one of the most impressive people I’ve encountered. His background as a patent attorney certainly gives him a deep understanding of the legal, technical, and strategic dynamics that drive complex intellectual property disputes. That experience allows him to engage with cases at a level that goes well beyond surface-level underwriting.
Adam Gill is a leader in the litigation finance IP space. He is well respected by his peers and one of the most experienced principals in the industry. He is smart, decisive and focuses on achieving results for GLS and his counterparties.
David Spiegel is a very skilled litigation finance professional.
David Spiegel has always been thoughtful, well-prepared and focused on understanding the key issues at hand. He engages carefully with the materials and discussions, and his questions tend to reflect a clear grasp of both the legal framework and the practical considerations surrounding the dispute.
David Spiegel has a strong understanding of overall industry trends.
David Spiegel's fair, diligent and collaborative approach to funding has made GLS the first call for my, and several other people's, investment opportunities. He's a pleasure to work with.
Jeffery Lula is a principal at GLS. Formerly a litigation partner at Kirkland & Ellis, Lula has impressed market sources with his resourcefulness, knowledge of commercial litigation and responsiveness in formulating and monitoring litigation funding arrangements.
Jeffery Lula shows the highest level of understanding of our business model and responsiveness. I would recommend him without reservation to anyone in my field.
Jeffery Lula is very thorough in his analysis and extremely insightful in his analysis of claims. He also has an excellent ability to keep matters on track and keep momentum going on investments until their conclusion.
He is extremely intelligent, flexible, and responsible.
Jeffery Lula is an all-star. He brings a trial lawyer’s instincts to the litigation funding game. He is an incredible partner in both financial terms and in advancing our chances at trial.
I love working with Jeff. He goes above and beyond at all times.
Joel Merkin is a principal at GLS Capital and former intellectual property partner at Kirkland & Ellis. He has extensive experience leading the underwriting for patent portfolio investments and managing litigation.
Joel Merkin is not only very easy to work with but also very helpful. He has the wisdom to know when his help is needed and will provide the biggest value add to the client.
Joel's background as a practicing IP attorney provides him with a unique perspective to evaluate cases, understand budgetary matters and to work on solutions to achieve the end result. He strives to understand the unique issues from each transaction and develop commercially reasonable solutions.
Joel Merkin is extremely knowledgeable and sophisticated when it comes to patent litigation matters. His advice and recommendations are always well received. He's like an additional member of the litigation team.
Joel Merkin is smart and has a very relaxed temperament that makes him easy to be around in stressful litigation scenarios.
Joel Merkin is attentive to the details of GLS's transactions and provides thoughtful input.
Litigation Funding
Litigation Funding
Litigation Funding: Intellectual Property
Litigation Funding: Intellectual Property
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