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Harbour

Litigation Funding

Litigation Support Guide 2026 : Australia


Harbour

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Litigation Funding - Australia

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Harbour is an established global player in litigation funding. The firm is well regarded in Australia and known for taking on high-end matters both on the plaintiff and defence side.

Strengths

Harbour are exceptionally good to work with. They bring a considerable value-add through their experience in other jurisdictions.

Harbour is always quick to respond and provide certainty.

Harbour is very sophisticated and understands all matters exceptionally well.

Harbour is a sophisticated and competent litigation funder whose people understand the complexities of litigation.

Notable practitioners
Stephen O'Dowd
Stephen O'Dowd is a senior director of litigation funding at Harbour overseeing the firm's operations in Australia. He is well regarded by practitioners within the litigation funding market.

Stephen is a long-term Harbour executive with significant experience in Australia and international markets. He is a seasoned pro and frequently comes in when things are hard and tough calls need to be made.

Stephen is excellent and exceptional in understanding legal and business issues.

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